Celia Israel: “I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from New York is recognized for 5…”

The distinguished leader of the subcommittee, the gentleman from Idaho, and the ranking member from Minnesota agree that this amendment would have a misguided outcome. I urge my colleagues to oppose the amendment. I yield back the balance…

May I ask how much time I have remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from New York has 2\1/2\ minutes remaining.

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