On the recordMay 7, 2009
They didn't change the law, they actually recognized there was a case of first impression here that had to be decided.
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congress.govThey didn't change the law, they actually recognized there was a case of first impression here that had to be decided.
Senator Hatch clarifies that the Supreme Court recognized a significant case rather than changing existing law.
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