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On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
Well, I believe in deadlines, and excuses are going to have to be valid if there is to be an extension considered.
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Jim Sensenbrenner
Republican · Wisconsin

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Sensenbrenner emphasizes the importance of valid reasons for extending deadlines.

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