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On the recordMay 18, 2015
Reserving the right to object. I have no intent to object at this point. I just want to say this, to me, seems like a very balanced package. We have three amendments on each side raising important issues. Chairman Hatch has indicated, and I support him on this, that we are ready to go again first thing in the morning. I think that is what it is going to take to ensure that all sides feel that they have a chance to have their major concerns aired, have their amendments actually voted on. I withdraw my reservation and I commend Chairman Hatch for working with us cooperatively so we can have this balanced package go forward. With that, I withdraw my reservation. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendments Nos. 1312, as modified, and 1226 to Amendment No. 1221
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon
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May 18, 2015

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