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On the recordJanuary 31, 1995
I have reviewed the amendment and support it. As I said earlier, congressional oversight of agency compliance with title II is an important mechanism that should be used to make title II effective. It is a less costly and more effective oversight tool than the courts. I recognize it is not being offered as a substitute for judicial review, but I still support it as a useful amendment.
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Cardiss Collins
Democratic · Illinois

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Supporting an amendment related to congressional oversight of agency compliance with title II.

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