Phil Gingrey: “I will close this debate by again thanking Chairmen Sensenbrenner and King for their work on this important conference…”

“I will close this debate by again thanking Chairmen Sensenbrenner and King for their work on this important conference report. This bill is a testament to our open legislative process. Conservatives, liberals, moderates, Democrats, Republicans, Independents, the ACLU, the Department of Justice and various other organizations have all had the opportunity to voice their thoughts and concerns on the underlying bill. I believe, Madam Speaker, the final product is solid and legal, does not violate our constitutional rights guaranteed by the fourth amendment, and will serve as an important framework to fight terrorism, protect civil liberties and thereby further strengthen America. Again, I want to encourage all of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support both the rule and the underlying bill. Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time, and I move the previous question on the resolution. The previous question was ordered. The resolution was agreed to. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. {time} 1215”