I have been involved in some discussions concerning one of the appropriations bills that remains to be acted on. I was listening to the debate here. I find that we are discussing, are we, the amnesty provision?
Cord Byrd: “I have been involved in some discussions concerning one of the appropriations bills that remains to be acted on. I was…”
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Discussing appropriations bills and the amnesty provision during Senate floor debate.
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