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On the recordJuly 7, 2009
You are not misreading that, but as Director Berry indicated, in their review of the legislation, OPM has come up with a number of technical recommendations, and that would be one.
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Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Baldwin clarifies the eligibility of retirees for same-sex benefits under the legislation.

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