Alan Grayson: “I want to point out that the Supreme Court decision that we are talking about here was decided in 1972. There have…”

“I want to point out that the Supreme Court decision that we are talking about here was decided in 1972. There have already been hearings. There has been plenty of draft legislation. It is hard enough to get anything voted on around here. It is time to vote on this. After 42 years since the Supreme Court first addressed this, we don't have this body on record saying whether or not there should be a Federal shield law. I understand the reservations that have been expressed, but the time is now. The reporters in this country have waited long enough. It is time to be fair and show fealty to the First Amendment and to pass this amendment tonight. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Grayson). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the noes appeared to have it.”