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William F. Smith: “There is nothing more germane to the security of the American people than to take up the Senate bill as quickly as…”

On the recordFebruary 26, 2008
There is nothing more germane to the security of the American people than to take up the Senate bill as quickly as possible. Now I would like to reiterate my disappointment that the majority has raised a point of order against this motion to recommit.
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William F. Smith
Texas

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Discussing the urgency of a Senate bill related to national security.

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