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On the recordApril 26, 2010
I would like to thank Chairman Harkin and Ranking Member Enzi for holding this hearing on strengthening enforcement and creating a culture of compliance at mines and other dangerous workplaces.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

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Senator Webb thanks colleagues for addressing mine safety and compliance.

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