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Charles T. Canady: “This issue of entitlement, we have discussed that and I understand the concern. But I want to point out in section 7 of…”

On the recordMarch 2, 1995
This issue of entitlement, we have discussed that and I understand the concern. But I want to point out in section 7 of my substitute amendment, there is language that makes clear beyond any doubt that we are not creating an entitlement in this bill. It is simply not so that we are creating an entitlement. You may disagree with the bill, but let me read again the clear language here: ``Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any obligation of the United States to make any payment under this act shall be subject to the availability of appropriations.'' We must appropriate the money.
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Charles T. Canady
Florida
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Editor's note · Context

Discussing entitlement language in a substitute amendment during a legislative debate.

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