first, I want to state that I understand very clearly what the majority leader has said, and it is our intention to finish this bill today. Anyone who does leave leaves at his or her peril, to offer amendments as well as to such votes as may occur.
Jeffords emphasizes the importance of completing the bill and the consequences of leaving during the process.
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