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“Mr. Chairman, I raise a point of order against the following provision of H.R. 3354 for failure to comply with clause 2 of rule XXI: Beginning with the semicolon on page 535, line 12, through ``(12 U.S.C. 3907(b)(2).'' on page 536, line 14. This provision proposes to change existing law by altering the Federal Reserve's conduct of the Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review regime. This constitutes legislation on an appropriations bill in violation of clause 2 of rule XXI. I ask for a ruling from the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any other Member wish to be heard on this point of order? If not, the Chair is prepared to rule. The Chair finds that this provision directly amends existing law. The provision, therefore, constitutes legislation in violation of clause 2 of rule XXI. The point of order is sustained, and the provision is stricken from the bill. Are there any other points of order against the bill? For what purpose does the gentleman from Texas seek recognition? Point of Order”