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Thomas Foley: “It is essential they be forthcoming, because after I have asked for that commitment of resources, that is the largest…”

On the recordMarch 5, 1996
It is essential they be forthcoming, because after I have asked for that commitment of resources, that is the largest single appropriation ever in our Federal history toward the Everglades, the dollar amount. Two hundred was allocated by the Senate, Mr. Dole specifically, and Senators Mack and Graham, both Florida members Democrat and Republican, led the initiative in the Senate. Of course, we had a bipartisan coalition in the House. I think they deserve the followup to that expenditure, to see that the dollars they spend in fact are working. I know they will.
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Thomas Foley
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Discussing the importance of accountability for federal funding allocated to the Everglades.

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