If you're committed to having it happen, I assume that it wouldn't be a problem to use the 'shall' language.
Mike Lee: “If you're committed to having it happen, I assume that it wouldn't be a problem to use the 'shall' language.”
On the recordJune 22, 2011
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congress.govEditor's note · Context
Emphasizing the importance of using 'shall' for commitment in legislation.
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