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On the recordSeptember 18, 1997
The information to be gathered by any such inquiry would be very costly and time-consuming to develop, so I would hope that a more focused effort could be considered. The Senator is correct that cost-saving measures are important during tight budget times, and I appreciate his interest in this matter.
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T. Gorton
Republican · Washington

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Discussing the importance of cost-saving measures in relation to budget constraints.

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