Joe Barton: “We do not have in the manager's amendment the words ``unconscionably…”

On the recordOctober 7, 2005

We do not have in the manager's amendment the words ``unconscionably excessive.'' We do not have the words ``gross disparity.'' I am not disputing the intent. I understand that. I do question the advisability of putting that in statute when it is not defined. That is my question. Can the gentleman answer questions about the strategic reserve?

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