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On the recordMarch 23, 1994
Although I do not generally favor waiving the 3-day layover requirement--particularly on comprehensive bills such as this--it is necessary for both Houses to complete action on this conference report expeditiously. Funds have been appropriated for fiscal year 1994 for this program, and this bill must be signed into law before April 1 in order to use these funds for the purposes provided by this bill. Therefore, I will not oppose this rule. This bill sets out to improve the quality of education for all students while maintaining the principle that although education is a major Federal concern, it is primarily the responsibility and function of State and local government. Thus, the opportunity to learn standards contained in Goals 2000 would be voluntary, and States can establish their own standards.
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James Quillen
Republican · Tennessee

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Discussing the Goals 2000: Educate America Act during House floor debate.

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