Mr. Speaker, I would be remiss if I did not extend to Representative MacArthur my appreciation for his leadership and for bringing the bill to this point as well. I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from New York (Mr. Nadler), whom I thank for his leadership and hard work in getting this bill to this point.
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