Reducing our deficit and balancing our budget is a goal for every Member on this panel, and I worry that we get distracted by the title of these amendments without having any serious discussion about whether the proposed provisions will actually help balance the budget.
Scott emphasizes the importance of serious discussion on budget amendments.
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