Dennis Heck: “I would respectfully request that during your deliberation on the point of order that you consider the fact that in the…”

“I would respectfully request that during your deliberation on the point of order that you consider the fact that in the second session of the 111th Congress, a similar provision was passed by this body in H.R. 5866. The Acting CHAIR. The Chair is prepared to rule. The Chair finds that this amendment includes language imparting direction. The amendment therefore constitutes legislation in violation of clause 2 of rule XXI. The point of order is sustained, and the amendment is not in order. The Clerk will read. The Clerk read as follows: Advanced Research Projects Agency--energy For necessary expenses in carrying out the activities authorized by section 5012 of the America COMPETES Act (42 U.S.C. 16538), $100,000,000, to remain available until expended. Amendment Offered by Mr. Schiff”