This is simply an opt-out, it is not a mandate. It gives the States the discretion to do it. The States would be required to support the highway system. It is a different vote from the previous amendment. I urge my colleagues to support this commonsense approach to make sure we get more money into our roads and bridges. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the amendment.
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