Mr. Speaker, I must admit I am somewhat baffled by the comments of my distinguished chairman. If it is in the interest of this body to enact legislation quickly, then we should just take the Senate bill and ratify the Senate bill and send it to the President, and we can get it signed. It seems to me that is the easiest way for us to work this out for our military.
Discussing the urgency of enacting military legislation during a House floor debate.
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