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Tom Latham: “I make a point of order against the amendment because it provides an appropriation for an unauthorized program and…”

On the recordJune 27, 2012
I make a point of order against the amendment because it provides an appropriation for an unauthorized program and, therefore, violates clause 2 of rule XXI. Clause 2 of rule XXI states in pertinent part: ``An appropriation may not be in order as an amendment for an expenditure not previously authorized by law.'' Madam Chairman, the amendment proposes to appropriate funds for a program that has not been authorized. The amendment, therefore, violates clause 2 of rule XXI. I ask for a ruling from the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any Member seek to be heard on the point of order? The gentlewoman from Hawaii is recognized.
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Tom Latham
Iowa
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Jun 27, 2012

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