Jeff Bingaman: “this is a good amendment. I congratulate the Senator from Oregon for his leadership in bringing this amendment to the…”

“this is a good amendment. I congratulate the Senator from Oregon for his leadership in bringing this amendment to the Senate and for us to consider it as part of this bill. It has been cleared on both sides. I am authorized by the Republican manager as well to indicate that. There is a lot already in the bill that protects consumers. Obviously, a main theme of this bill is to empower and protect consumers. This will add to that and further strengthen the bill. We very much appreciate the cooperation of the other side in having this amendment added. I urge all colleagues to support the amendment.”