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On the recordAugust 21, 2016
The House Science Committee must focus on its role promoting science and ensuring that America is the global leader in research and development rather than scoring cheap political points.
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Don Beyer
Democratic · Virginia

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Beyer emphasizes the committee's duty to prioritize science over political agendas.

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