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Cord Byrd: I do have a measure to the bill, to the ISTEA bill. I would like them to take a look at my amendment when it is ready.…

On the recordOctober 8, 1997
I do have a measure to the bill, to the ISTEA bill. I would like them to take a look at my amendment when it is ready. ... I hate that item veto with a passion. But it is there, until the Supreme Court knocks it down. I cannot see how the Supreme Court can avoid knocking that--killing that bill which most Senators voted for, which most Members voted for, but it is coming home to roost now.
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Cord Byrd
Florida

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Discussing his amendment to the ISTEA bill and concerns about the item veto.

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