“This bill importantly invests in a host of domestic priorities, including medical research, agriculture, local infrastructure and rural communities,” said Mr. Shelby, who is not seeking reelection this year.
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“I guess you could say ‘We’re going to do a holiday on all income taxes’ sure would be popular,” said Sen. Richard C. Shelby, Alabama Republican and chairman of the Appropriations Committee.
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