I just might mention that during the time that the chairman and I have worked together in the Appropriations Committee, we have talked many a time about process where we both happen to think it is very important. But the fact is that all three of these bills, the Defense bill, the MILCON and veterans bill, indeed, Labor-HHS, all passed this House separately. We could carry these bills in regular order. It is frankly a sham to suggest that it is a requirement to bring these packages together.
Jerry Lewis: “I just might mention that during the time that the chairman and I have worked together in the Appropriations Committee…”
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Discussing the legislative process regarding appropriations bills.
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