Steny Hoyer said "I appreciate the gentleman's observations. I would simply say, Mr. Speaker, that in that spirit, there are 240 people in this House who think the Ex-Im Bank ought to be extended and reauthorized. I hope we will follow that process. I would reiterate, yes, I am willing to work with the gentleman on highways or on anything else which will benefit the American people and our country. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. ___________________

On the recordJune 18, 2015

I appreciate the gentleman's observations. I would simply say, Mr. Speaker, that in that spirit, there are 240 people in this House who think the Ex-Im Bank ought to be extended and reauthorized. I hope we will follow that process. I would reiterate, yes, I am willing to work with the gentleman on highways or on anything else which will benefit the American people and our country. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. ____________________

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