Tom Latham: “I make a point of order against the amendment because it proposes to…”

On the recordJune 9, 2014

I make a point of order against the amendment because it proposes to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill and, therefore, violates clause 2 of rule XXI. The rule states in pertinent part: ``An amendment to a general appropriation bill shall not be in order if changing existing law.'' The amendment requires a new determination with respect to the calculation of a per-passenger subsidy. I ask for a ruling from the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any other Member wish to be heard on this point of order?

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Iowa

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Jun 9, 2014

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