Earl Blumenauer: “But in terms of redefining what the terms are going to be, it is, in effect, sidestepping us.”

I seek the time in opposition to the amendment, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.

We should better safeguard people's rights and data while still protecting the global internet.

These things aren't going to get enacted into law, they are not going to make a difference to the American people. It is a distraction, it is a sideshow.

I have 190 days left in Congress, so I have been spending time on issues that bring people together rather than divide them.