But the President proposed and insisted it be in the Budget Control Act, but you haven't talked to him about the ramifications.
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Latham questions the lack of communication with the President regarding budget cuts.
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The gentleman makes a very compelling argument, and we would accept the amendment.
The gentleman's amendment would shut down Amtrak. I concede that Amtrak could be more efficient. However, it has made significant improvements in this area recently, and it is moving in the right direction. The bill provides $340 million…
I reserve a point of order on the gentleman's amendment. The Acting CHAIR. A point of order is reserved. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes. {time} 2130
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…





