I hope we can have an agreement that, based on the new concept of an open rule, that the majority will not impose time restrictions on reasonable debate on the amendments to be offered.
Paul E. Kanjorski: “I hope we can have an agreement that, based on the new concept of an open rule, that the majority will not impose time…”
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Discussing the importance of open debate on amendments during a bill's consideration.
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