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Floor SpeechNeutral2026-04-30

PERSONAL EXPLANATION

Elijah Crane
Elijah Crane
RAZ-2 · Representative
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On 2026-04-30, Representative Elijah Crane (R-AZ-2) delivered a floor speech titled "PERSONAL EXPLANATION" in the House. It referenced legislation: HR7567.

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PERSONAL EXPLANATION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E398] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. ELIJAH CRANE of arizona in the house of representatives Thursday, April 30, 2026 Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, I unintentionally voted against the Bentz Amendment No. 2 to H.R. 7567, Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. I want to reflect that I support this amendment and intended to vote YES. ____________________

Referenced legislation: HR7567
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