Steny Hoyer actually said...

Let me be clear at the outset that there is no substitute for the personal interaction of members in a committee room or on the House floor. But when that is not possible because it poses a mortal danger to the health of Members, staff, press, and the public, we must provide for alternative ways to do the people's business.

05/19/2020

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