I think that self-imposed standard that we have to do this in the next 2 weeks is unacceptable. This has to be done, yes, but it ought to be done when we have had an opportunity to view all the pieces and understand the implications of all the pieces. By trying to do this between now and what happens to be President's Day is arbitrary and does not serve the interests of our public and does not serve our ability to represent our constituents.
Discussing the timeline for legislative action in relation to President's Day.
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