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Adam Schiff: “I want to say the gentleman from California [Mr. Waxman] has clearly stated his position that he does not believe…”

On the recordJanuary 31, 1995
I want to say the gentleman from California [Mr. Waxman] has clearly stated his position that he does not believe judicial review should apply at all, and I understand the position and I respect the reasons he has given. However, I believe no judicial review ultimately means no enforcement. However, the concerns that have been raised have been legitimate concerns. And I think the gentleman from Virginia [Mr. Moran] in his amendment has tried to tighten this bill and tighten judicial review, so we hope to avoid even the prospect of some of the problems that might have arisen due to judicial review, as remote in my judgment as they may have been. I think the amendment strengthens the bill, and I support the amendment of the gentleman from Virginia.
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Adam Schiff
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the implications of judicial review in relation to a bill during House floor debate.

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