The problem is the $1.3 billion from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission is not realizable until the year 1999. But I agree with what Senator Kohl said about working hard to try to find them. But if we do not find them, I do not believe it is realistic to send to the House legislation which is based upon anything but hard cuts which come within the timeframe that we are talking about here. I thank my colleague for engaging in this discussion.
Discussing funding issues related to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
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