Well, I hope that can happen. We certainly, on this side-- I am sure on your side--hope that can happen as well so that we can get home to our families and celebrate Christmas. The gentleman does not expect any further votes after the flood vote; is that correct? Mr. McCARTHY. The gentleman is correct. The only votes further will be on flood, and, after that, the only vote I see coming forward would be on funding of the government. When the Senate acts, I will give ample time for Members to be able to have that vote.
On the recordDecember 21, 2018
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