Spencer Bachus: “I am concerned about the impact of the merger, and we have had some conversations with both sides on this...”

I would simply recognize Mr. Petri's and Ms. Tsongas' contributions in helping Mr. Kilmer with this amendment--and there may be others. I want to express to the full committee chair our appreciation for supporting this amendment, and I…

The intent of Operation Choke Point may have carried a purpose that we would all agree with, and that is to prevent financial fraud.

However, my continued concern is that the program threatens to dry up legitimate sources of credit and financing.

If you are imposing costs on the system, you should have to internalize them.