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Chris Van Hollen: But, Mr. Speaker, a privileged resolution, as cited in rule XXII, clause 4, of the standing rules of the House would…

On the recordOctober 12, 2013
But, Mr. Speaker, a privileged resolution, as cited in rule XXII, clause 4, of the standing rules of the House would allow any Member of the House to offer that resolution; is that right? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair will not give an advisory opinion.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland
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Oct 12, 2013

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