I must concede that under the rule that brought this bill to the floor, this amendment is not in order. I regret it. I think the country would be a whole lot better off if we passed the amendment. But I concede the point of order. The Acting CHAIRMAN. The point of order is conceded and sustained. The amendment is not in order. Amendment Offered by Mr. Obey
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