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Senator Klobuchar Statement on Bush Veto of Water Infrastructure Bill
President blocks vital funding for Minnesota water infrastructure projects
November 2, 2007
Washington, D.C. – Senator Klobuchar issued the following statement regarding President Bush’s veto of the Water Resources Development Act which would make critical investments in Minnesota’s infrastructure.
“The President’s veto of this bill is absolutely indefensible,” said Klobuchar. “Unfortunately the President chose to play politics and block over $82 million in projects that would protect Minnesota’s environment, economy, and even basic needs such as drinking water. Communities across our state, from Willmar to Roseau, are counting on us. I will vote to override the President’s veto and fight to deliver these needed funds to our communities.”
The WRDA bill passed the Senate in September by a vote of 81-12. The Senate is expected to vote to override the President’s veto in the coming weeks.
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