Political Quotes

“Simply to note that I think we have had a very good discussion today. I think we have raised a lot of relevant points. We have covered a lot of ground and some good amendments. We have worked our way through this process. This is a step in the great legislative effort that ultimately leads to good legislation. Some of my freshman colleagues might not be aware of this, but recently I was involved in a process that took 2\1/2\ years to ultimately come up with a bill. I hope that not every piece of legislation requires 2\1/2\ years to accomplish, but I would say this: regular order, respecting the input of all Members, both sides of the aisle, both ends of the Chamber, ultimately leads to a better legislative product to the benefit of everyone. And I think we are once again embarking on that effort, so I respectfully ask my colleagues to reject this amendment and pass the underlying bill. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Oregon (Ms. Bonamici). The amendment was rejected. Amendment No. 2 Offered by Mr. McKinley The CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on the amendment offered by the gentleman from West Virginia (Mr. McKinley) on which further proceedings were postponed and on which the ayes prevailed by voice vote. The Clerk will redesignate the amendment. The Clerk redesignated the amendment.…”