And the gentleman from Texas [Mr. Gonzalez] has never hesitated to hold hearings despite the fact that his leadership did not particularly agree with him. So, I mean I can take him at his word that, if he says there are going to be hearings held on this matter before the end of this congressional session, I think it is clear that the gentleman from Texas will probably hold those hearings.
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