Celia Israel: “I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is…”

“I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 7, strike lines 3 through 7, and insert the following: ``SEC. 3024. EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS. ``In awarding grants under this part, the Attorney General shall ensure equitable distribution of funds based on the following: ``(1) The geographic distribution of grants under this part, taking into consideration the needs of underserved populations, including rural and tribal communities. ``(2) The needs of communities to address the problems related to opioid abuse, taking into consideration the prevalence of opioid abuse and overdose-related death in a community.''. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 720, the gentleman from New York (Mr. Israel) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from New York.”