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On the recordMarch 3, 2010
But, in the end, it all comes back to Congress, because all capital is subsidized by Congress, in one fashion, form, or another.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

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Funding for Amtrak's capital needs ultimately relies on Congressional support.

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