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David Obey: “let me point out that we are not eliminating the hurricane-seeking capability that the gentleman is talking about. They…”

On the recordJune 13, 1996
let me point out that we are not eliminating the hurricane-seeking capability that the gentleman is talking about. They can use existing aircraft for that, and the Air Force testified to that. All we are saying is if we are going to buy new replacement airplanes, wait 1 year so that we can save $8.5 million a copy. Given the squeeze on the budget, I do not think that is an unreasonable request since the agreement has already been reached that any planes that are bought next year will be $8.5 million cheaper.
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David Obey
Wisconsin
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Discussing budgetary considerations for purchasing new aircraft.

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