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Richard K. Armey: “I understand the gentleman from Vermont intends to withdraw the amendment after he and I discuss a few points. I wonder…”

On the recordJuly 11, 1996
I understand the gentleman from Vermont intends to withdraw the amendment after he and I discuss a few points. I wonder if I might... the majority leader will act in all good faith and intention to accomplish precisely what I have said. But as the gentleman understands, that will be done in full consideration of the rights of any committee of jurisdiction to which jurisdiction has been assigned. And I pledge to the gentleman my cooperation and my support and my encouragement in this effort at each juncture along the line.
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Richard K. Armey
Texas
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Discussing the progress of a bill and cooperation with a colleague during House debate.

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