On the recordFebruary 15, 2012
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 903, after line 22, insert the following new paragraph: (3) Restriction on use of eminent domain.--Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), a permit shall not be issued or deemed to have been issued under this subsection absent a condition that prohibits the permit recipient from initiating or threatening to initiate proceedings to invoke the power of eminent domain for the purpose of taking ownership, rights- of-way, easements, or other access or use of private property in the United States, for purposes of constructing or operating the Keystone XL pipeline, against the will of the property's owner. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 547, the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Rush) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Illinois. {time} 1610
