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Maxine Waters: “Yes, Mr. Chairman. On the point of order, I would object to the characterization of this program as unauthorized. {time}…”

On the recordJune 13, 2006
Yes, Mr. Chairman. On the point of order, I would object to the characterization of this program as unauthorized. {time} 2015 As a matter of fact, it is my understanding that the program indeed is authorized. It is couched in something called consolidation, which means that it really is authorized, and I would challenge the gentleman on the opposite side of the aisle for thinking or saying that this is an unauthorized program. And if that is his reason for objecting to the program, I would ask that you certainly make a ruling based on the facts and we could move forward with including funding for this program to make sure that it is retained. The Acting CHAIRMAN (Mr. Goodlatte). Does any other Member wish to be heard on the point of order?
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Maxine Waters
Democratic · California
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