Quite simply, I support the gentleman's amendment. While I believe that the bill is clear that the grants provided under the bill would be competitive and, therefore, not subject to earmarking, I can understand the gentleman's need for wanting to clarify that these funds cannot be used for earmarks. Therefore, I support the amendment, and I would urge an ``aye'' vote.
The speaker expresses support for an amendment clarifying that funds cannot be used for earmarks.
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