On the recordSeptember 16, 2010
I yield myself such time as I may consume. In agriculture, we've learned the hard way, Mr. Chairman, that carve- outs and programs generally reduce the effectiveness of the programs. It's a simple economic principle. By focusing on the beneficiary instead of the results, the marginal utility is lowered. Now, having said that, I can think of no more deserving group than the brave men and women of our Armed Services to be prioritized in any Federal program. Yes, I support and encourage my colleagues to support this amendment. I yield back the balance of my time. Mrs. McCARTHY of New York. I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from New York (Mrs. McCarthy). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment No. 4 Offered by Mr. Butterfield The CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 4 printed in part B of House Report 111-594. Parliamentary Inquiry
