Mr. Chairman, as my colleague has said, his amendment makes technical changes to the legislation, but it leaves in question and very much in doubt--although it says the 40-year rule in Western water is standard--but is this in perpetuity? I would like a response on that, if I may involve myself in a colloquy with my colleague, Mr. Chairman. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman may proceed.
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