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On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 3, line 22, strike ``and''. Page 3, line 23, redesignate paragraph (2) as paragraph (3). Page 3, after line 22, insert the following: (2) is consistent with established and widely accepted scientific methods applicable to the field of study of exploration; and The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 609, the gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. Jackson Lee) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Texas.
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Sheila Jackson Lee
Democratic · Texas
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