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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Nov 3, 1993
Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture (Secretary) to enter into agreements with other Federal agencies to acquire firefighting goods and services without regard to certain commercial contracting provisions. Directs the Secretary to report to the Congress on Forest Service and Department of Agriculture firefighting capabilities and methods.
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Rep. Gallegly, Elton [R-CA-23] · R–CA
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Specialty Crops and Natural Resources.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2768)
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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