John Parker Sweeney: “Once again I reiterate the opposition by the committee to this amendment. It is unnecessary and is an unneeded…”

“Once again I reiterate the opposition by the committee to this amendment. It is unnecessary and is an unneeded complication. But I would make the final point that already in existing appropriations the problem of the first quarter of next year will be satisfied with $25 million that has been appropriated next year, which will overlap between the 2007 and 2008 cycle, meaning this amendment is not only unnecessary but wouldn't have the impact which is already covered in the bill, in prior bills passed. I urge my colleagues to vote ``no.'' I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIRMAN. The question is on amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. Jackson-Lee). The question was taken; and the Acting Chairman announced that the noes appeared to have it.”