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Marcy Kaptur: “It is my intention, Mr. Chairman, to withdraw this amendment this year, in hopes that final resolution can be reached on…”

On the recordJuly 13, 2000
It is my intention, Mr. Chairman, to withdraw this amendment this year, in hopes that final resolution can be reached on such matters as Land O'Lakes and Pioneer Seed; but I reserve my rights to attach this amendment to subsequent legislation, including perhaps legislation emanating from the gentleman's commitment at the appropriate point.
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Marcy Kaptur
Democratic · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the withdrawal of an amendment related to agricultural matters.

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