Joseph Knollenberg: “By the way, let me thank Mr. LaTourette for suggesting the 20-minute situation divided by two. I appreciate that very…”

I now yield the remaining time in my allotment to the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Mica).

Well, the whole point is that it isn't just one thing; it is two or three things that are the problem. Already, they are down $12 million. Then there is the possibility that yours would strike some more money. Finally, what do they do…

This will be a tremendous step toward protecting the American traveling public. It will move us away from a system of faith-based regulation and protection to one based on the rule of law and regulations.

I am happy to respond. I share your concerns. And I thank my colleague for raising this very important issue today. He correctly points out that the bill includes $227 million for HIDTA, the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program…