Dan Crenshaw: “I make a point of order against the amendment because it proposes to change existing law and constitutes legislation in…”

“I make a point of order against the amendment because it proposes to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill and, therefore, violates clause 2 of rule XXI. The rule states, in pertinent part: ``An amendment to a general appropriation bill shall not be in order if changing existing law.'' This amendment directly amends existing law. I ask for a ruling from the Chair. The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania). Does any other Member wish to be heard on the point of order? If not, the Chair is prepared to rule. The Chair finds that this amendment directly amends existing law. The amendment, therefore, constitutes legislation in violation of clause 2 of rule XXI. The point of order is sustained, and the amendment is not in order. The Clerk will read. The Clerk read as follows: Sec. 626. None of the funds made available by this Act shall be used by the Securities and Exchange Commission to finalize, issue, or implement any rule, regulation, or order regarding the disclosure of political contributions, contributions to tax exempt organizations, or dues paid to trade associations. Sec. 627. Section 2(c) of the Multinational Species Conservation Fund Semipostal Stamp Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-241; 39 U.S.C.…”