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On the recordJune 25, 2015
Mr. Chairman, other than to say that I will continue to press every opportunity I have to find a way to help these communities. I understand the gentleman's point of order, and I will continue to work with him and any other Member of this body that will help me find a path forward to help communities like this community of Flint that is really struggling to deliver clean water to its residents. The Acting CHAIR. Does any other Member wish to be heard on the point of order? If not, the Chair is prepared to rule. The Chair finds that this amendment includes language requiring new determinations, such as levels of population loss and housing vacancy. The amendment, therefore, constitutes legislation in violation of clause 2 of rule XXI. The point of order is sustained, and the amendment is not in order. The Clerk will read. The Clerk read as follows: Administrative Provisions--Environmental Protection Agency (including transfer and rescission of funds) For fiscal year 2016, notwithstanding 31 U.S.C.…
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Dan Kildee
Democratic · Michigan

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