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James A. Leach: “The gentleman has raised probably the most controversial section of the bill in terms of subtleties of language. I share…”

On the recordMay 13, 1998
The gentleman has raised probably the most controversial section of the bill in terms of subtleties of language. I share some of his concerns, and I will assure the gentleman, as we move forward there, this language will be carefully reviewed. I cannot guarantee an outcome because there are people on all sides of this issue, but I do believe that a careful review is warranted, and I assure the gentleman that we will continue to look at that precise language.
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James A. Leach
Iowa
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Addressing concerns about controversial language in a bill during a House floor debate.

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