Alan Simpson: “I claim the time in opposition, although I do not oppose the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the…”

I have listened very carefully so far. So far I haven't heard anything that is not a policy difference. Again, I will repeat: Elections have consequences. Again, I will tell you I don't think this is constitutional. I don't believe it has…

Reclaiming my time, I thank the gentleman for drawing the House's attention to the Department of the Interior and Bureau of Land Management's responsibilities under the Mineral Leasing Act. I would be pleased to continue to work with him…

I was recorded as ``no,'' but I intended to vote ``aye'' on rollcall No. 113. Amendment No. 5 Offered by Mrs. Torres of California The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on the amendment offered by the…

I guess it is time I got off my rear-end here and talked a little bit. I want to let people know why I have opposed all the Holman rule amendments that have come before us. I think I screwed up on one and voted the wrong way, but I have…