Political Quotes

Adam Schiff: “I just want to say in conclusion once again that it was our belief we would be debating these amendments for the entire…”

On the recordFebruary 13, 1995
I just want to say in conclusion once again that it was our belief we would be debating these amendments for the entire 10 hours of this bill, which essentially made the same point over and over again, which we think we have recognized in accepting the amendments we have offered. More importantly, Mr. Chairman, I believe this particular amendment offered by the gentleman from North Carolina [Mr. Watt] inadvertently, I am sure, would have precluded legitimate uses of law enforcement money.
Said by
Adam Schiff
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Discussing concerns about amendments related to law enforcement funding during a bill debate.

Share

More from Adam Schiff

Sep 25, 2026

“For years, I’ve been championing a federal film tax credit to stop the exodus of tv and film production leaving the United States for countries offering higher incentives. Now, we have the best opportunity in decades to get it done. The…

scott.senate.gov
Oct 3, 2026

“English Learners are among the fastest-growing groups of students in the country, especially in California, and it is crucial that they have qualified, passionate teachers in their classrooms,”

padilla.senate.gov
Oct 8, 2026

Oil companies can’t just walk away from abandoned oil and gas wells and leave taxpayers to bear the cleanup costs.

lujan.senate.gov
Sep 7, 2026

We refuse to tolerate these efforts to target law firms and organizations based solely on who their clients may be or their practice areas.

padilla.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation