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On the recordApril 17, 2012
I have made GMNF land acquisition a priority during my entire time in the U.S. Senate
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Patrick Leahy
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Leahy emphasizes his long-standing commitment to land acquisition in the Green Mountain National Forest.

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