On the recordApril 16, 2019
we have to do our jobs irrespective of what the other body may do once they get their chance to look at it.
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Clyburn asserts the importance of Congress fulfilling its responsibilities regardless of the actions of the other legislative body.
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I thank the gentlewoman for her comments. It is my pleasure now to yield to the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Figures).
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