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Richard K. Armey: As the gentleman may recall from his own experience as being the majority leader, the press often knows better than we.…

On the recordJanuary 27, 1995
As the gentleman may recall from his own experience as being the majority leader, the press often knows better than we. I will check with my sources for the press and try to confirm any story you have read. To my knowledge, there is no such legislation scheduled for the floor.
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Richard K. Armey
Texas

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Responding to inquiries about potential legislation during a floor discussion.

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