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David Thomas: in referring to those that I cannot refer to, in examining the legislation offered as a motion to recommit, simply look…

On the recordApril 2, 2004
in referring to those that I cannot refer to, in examining the legislation offered as a motion to recommit, simply look at page 108. What was legal will not be legal. Someone who took actions by virtue of something that if it were criminal would be unconstitutional is in this legislation. Let us make law. Let us not make political points. Vote down this motion to recommit, and together let us move solid legislation that we can turn into law, much-needed law, as soon as possible. I thank the gentleman for yielding me this time.
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David Thomas
New York

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Discussing a motion to recommit legislation during a House floor debate.

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