On the recordDecember 28, 2012
I thank the Senator from Montana for withdrawing his amendment. We are mindful of the issue of fires facing western Senators. We look forward to working with Senator Tester and other colleagues affected to really deal with this problem in a sensible way that meets the needs of local communities and our serious budgetary constraints. Mr. President, I also urge a return to regular order and ask that we move our amendments as expeditiously as we can and stick to 15-minute votes so we can get as much done as we can before we adjourn for lunch and visits to the White House. I wish to thank the minority for their excellent cooperation in doing what we have done already. Amendment No. 3368 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, there will be 4 minutes of debate equally divided prior to a vote in relation to amendment No. 3368, offered by the Senator from Oklahoma. The Senator from Oklahoma is recognized.
