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Celia Israel: “I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is…”

On the recordMay 12, 2016
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 7, strike lines 3 through 7, and insert the following: ``SEC. 3024. EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS. ``In awarding grants under this part, the Attorney General shall ensure equitable distribution of funds based on the following: ``(1) The geographic distribution of grants under this part, taking into consideration the needs of underserved populations, including rural and tribal communities. ``(2) The needs of communities to address the problems related to opioid abuse, taking into consideration the prevalence of opioid abuse and overdose-related death in a community.''. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 720, the gentleman from New York (Mr. Israel) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from New York.
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May 12, 2016

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