Political Quotes

“The amendment proposes to amend portions of the bill not yet read. The amendment may not be considered en bloc under clause 2(f) of rule XXI because the amendment proposes to increase the level of outlays in the bill. The object being increased has first year outlays of $72,500,000. The objects being decreased have decreased first year outlays of $71,250,000, leading to a net outlay increase of $1,250,000. I ask for a ruling of the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any Member wish to be heard on the point of order? If not, the Chair is prepared to rule. To be considered en bloc pursuant to clause 2(f) of rule XXI, an amendment must not propose to increase the levels of budget authority or outlays in the bill. Because the amendment offered by the gentleman from New York proposes a net increase in the level of outlays in the bill--as argued by the chairman of the Subcommittee on Appropriations-- it may not avail itself of clause 2(f) to address portions of the bill not yet read. The point of order is sustained. The amendment is not in order. Amendment Offered by Mr. Takano”