On the recordApril 17, 2012
I yield the balance of my time to the gentleman from New Mexico (Mr. Heinrich). The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from New Mexico is recognized for 2\3/4\ minutes.
I yield the balance of my time to the gentleman from New Mexico (Mr. Heinrich). The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from New Mexico is recognized for 2\3/4\ minutes.
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