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David Obey: I reluctantly must concede the point of order. I would have preferred that the gentleman had not made the point of…

On the recordMay 18, 2006
I reluctantly must concede the point of order. I would have preferred that the gentleman had not made the point of order, but given the fact he has done it, the rule under which this bill is being debated precludes the inclusion of this amendment. I very much regret that. The CHAIRMAN. The point of order is conceded and sustained. The amendment is not in order. Amendment Offered by Mr. Dent
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David Obey
Wisconsin

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