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Cord Byrd: “I wish to go forward with the amendment protecting the powers of the Congress, striking broad new executive authorities.”

On the recordOctober 17, 2003
I wish to go forward with the amendment protecting the powers of the Congress, striking broad new executive authorities.
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Cord Byrd
Florida

Editor's note · Context

Discussing an amendment related to congressional powers during floor debate.

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