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John Conyers: “I thank the gentlewoman very much because this is an important amendment. It doesn't gut the bill, and it isn't a…”

On the recordMarch 12, 2014
I thank the gentlewoman very much because this is an important amendment. It doesn't gut the bill, and it isn't a loophole. This is a narrow amendment that only ensures that the President can comply with court decisions. The separation of powers principle is very important, and this amendment clarifies and adds to it.
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan
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Mar 12, 2014

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