Since the amendment, which was offered by Senator Warner and myself, was acted upon in the committee and has reached the floor, several Senators have indicated concern with respect to the certification process set forth in that amendment. Out of respect for those who are concerned about that certification process, and in an effort to improve the legislative product, Senator Warner and I have discussed this matter, and we are willing to reduce the numbers set forth in the certification language. We think that would improve the product and would also meet the concerns of Senators who have raised them. I was just seeking to include in the unanimous consent request a request that we might be able to include such an amendment.
Cord Byrd: “Since the amendment, which was offered by Senator Warner and myself, was acted upon in the committee and has reached the…”
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Addressing concerns about the certification process in an amendment during Senate floor debate.
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