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On the recordMarch 11, 2021
There appears to be a consensus--a bipartisan consensus on the absolute urgency of following through on the recommendations that you make.
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont

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Welch emphasizes the urgent need for bipartisan action on recommendations.

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