John W. Olver: “I am not sure whether this is on the point of order, but I would just like the body to know that there would be no…”

“I am not sure whether this is on the point of order, but I would just like the body to know that there would be no objection on this side of the House to having this item made in order. Notwithstanding the comments by the chairman here, if that manages to keep this issue in the forefront, even though he is suggesting and has suggested that the final actions on this legislation would not occur for 3 months, if that manages to keep the issue before the body, it is important enough that that in itself would be valuable, that it be kept there so that we do indeed find a fast way of dealing with the matter. The CHAIRMAN. If no other Member seeks recognition on the point of order, the Chair is prepared to rule. The Chair finds that this amendment includes an emergency designation. The amendment, therefore, constitutes legislation in violation of clause 2 of rule XXI. The point of order is sustained, and the amendment is not in order. The Clerk will read.…”