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Governor Smith Explains Banking Bill Stance and Session Pace
Gov. Preston Smith details his position on the Banking Bill and the Bank Deposit Insurance issue, recounting several Texas Legislature sessions. He defends the speed of HB72 and HB73 in 1969 and notes the role of Lt. Gov. Barnes and Senate committees amid public scrutiny.
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