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TJ Cox: “That is, again, the correct interpretation. As the gentleman and I have discussed privately, this is a very important…”

On the recordJune 18, 1998
That is, again, the correct interpretation. As the gentleman and I have discussed privately, this is a very important power that the Select Committee will possess. It should be used sparingly, not only after a vote, but after consultation and I would hope deliberation not only of the chairman and ranking member but all of our members.
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TJ Cox
California

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Discussing the powers of the Select Committee and the importance of consultation among its members.

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