Sam Farr: “I make a point of order against the amendment because it proposes to…”

On the recordJune 3, 2015

I make a point of order against the amendment because it proposes to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill and, therefore, violates clause 2 of rule XXI. That rule states in pertinent part: ``An amendment to a general appropriation bill shall not be in order if changing existing law'' One of the provisions is that it ``requires a new determination.'' I ask for a ruling from the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any other Member wish to be heard on the point of order? The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Colorado.

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Sam Farr

Democratic · California

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Jun 3, 2015

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