On the recordMarch 15, 2011
It is a fairly sloppy drafting job, and I appreciate the Committee's willingness to hold a hearing on it so at least the American public can hear the consequences of this poorly drafted bill.
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Thompson expresses concern over the bill's poor drafting and its potential consequences.
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