the way you discern the intent of the legislature is by the language that they use.
Mike Lee: “the way you discern the intent of the legislature is by the language that they use.”
On the recordSeptember 18, 2012
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congress.govEditor's note · Context
Emphasizes the importance of language in statutory interpretation over legislative intent.
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