Mark Warner: “I find it very awkward to be in a position to be in opposition to my friend, but the rules are quite clear of the House…”

“I find it very awkward to be in a position to be in opposition to my friend, but the rules are quite clear of the House that it is a matter of privilege of the House regarding the constitutional provision as it relates to taxation. It has been a matter of privilege since the inception of this Republic. That privilege is determined by the House in the course of resolutions. If this bill goes over, then they adopt a resolution. We know from consultation there are Members of the House who will absolutely take that resolution to the floor, and there is no doubt that this bill will be blue-slipped, and it will be torpedoed and go to the bottom of Davy Jones' locker.”