I thank the gentleman from Oregon, and I reiterate his strong arguments. Madam Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Vermont (Mr. Welch). The amendment was rejected. Amendment No. 20 Offered by Ms. Sewell of Alabama The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 20 printed in part B of House Report 114-325.
On the recordNovember 3, 2015
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