Chris Dodd: “my colleague from Delaware has asked to be recognized. Before he does that, I am going to send a modification--an…”

“my colleague from Delaware has asked to be recognized. Before he does that, I am going to send a modification--an amendment on behalf of myself, Senator Santorum, and Senator Obama to the desk and ask for a modification to be accepted of that amendment. I ask unanimous consent to temporarily lay aside the Reid amendment for purposes of considering this amendment and then we will go right back to the Reid amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment is as follows: (Purpose: To strike the meals and refreshments exception for lobbyists) On page 8, strike lines 8 through 16. Amendment No. 2942, as Modified The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, the amendment is modified. The amendment (No. 2942), as modified, is as follows: (Purpose: To strike the meals and refreshments exception for lobbyists) On page 8, strike lines 6 through 16 and insert the following: ``(B) This clause shall not apply to a gift from a registered lobbyist or an agent of a foreign principal.'' Amendment No. 2932”