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Cord Byrd: We are creating a brand spanking new, big, massive Department. In this package, we are going to make a massive transfer…

On the recordNovember 14, 2002
We are creating a brand spanking new, big, massive Department. In this package, we are going to make a massive transfer of power to the executive branch. I plead to Senators that they not vote for cloture on this tomorrow. At least give us another week.
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Cord Byrd
Florida

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Discussing the need for more time before voting on a bill to create a new department.

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