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Congressman Jason Chaffetz tells Utah legislators federal spending 'dire'; answers questions on Fast and Furious and local impacts
Summary
U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz addressed the House in a committee of the whole on federal deficits, Social Security and immigration, urged returning program control to states, and responded to member questions about the ATF 'Fast and Furious' operation and federal funding risks to Utah.
U.S. Rep. Jason Chaffetz addressed the Utah House of Representatives in a committee of the whole and delivered an extended statement warning that "the nation's fiscal situation is dire," outlining federal property disposal proposals, workforce reductions, Social Security reforms and proposals to transform some federal programs into state block grants.
Chaffetz urged states to consider reclaiming local control over funding streams and…
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