I have never done this before on the House floor with anyone in my 18 years, but I am going to ask this of Chairman Filner: Would the gentleman ask that this legislation be pulled from the floor at this time so we may work out the details rather than having this heated debate?
The speaker is addressing concerns about legislation related to veterans' benefits and calling for a hearing.
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