I rise in deep sadness about the way this House is being run. A rule which denies the ranking member of the Committee on Ways and Means an opportunity to offer a serious, responsible amendment on an issue as important as this is should embarrass all of us who care about this House.
Expressing concern over the House's procedural rules regarding amendments.
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