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Major Non-Nato Ally Terror Threat Assessment Act

A bill to require another pointless assessment of terror threats from countries that are major non-NATO allies. Both parties agreed and congratulated each other, but no real substance was discussed.

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Andrew R. Garbarino

Republican
“I want to pass a bill to require an assessment of terrorism threats from certain countries. The government should do this assessment.”
Our translation 66% shorter

Andrew R. Garbarino

Republican
“I want this bill to pass. It will make the government assess threats from terrorist groups in some countries. These countries are allies but not in NATO. The bill will give the government more oversight.”
Our translation 84% shorter

Andrew R. Garbarino

Republican
“I want to cheer for a new Member's first bill. I want this bill to pass. That's all I have to say.”
Our translation 54% shorter