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Mark Hatfield: In effect, those the Senator has identified as requiring a period of time for debate--we both understand we do not know…

On the recordFebruary 10, 1994
In effect, those the Senator has identified as requiring a period of time for debate--we both understand we do not know precisely how much time, but we know it is controversial enough that it will elicit debate--none of those amendments really are in the process; are they?
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Mark Hatfield
Oregon

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The speaker is discussing the need for debate on certain amendments identified by another senator.

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