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Alan Simpson: “The amendment proposes to amend portions of the bill not yet read. The amendment may not be considered en bloc under…”

On the recordMay 24, 2016
The amendment proposes to amend portions of the bill not yet read. The amendment may not be considered en bloc under clause 2(f) of rule XXI because the amendment proposes to increase the level of outlays in the bill. I ask for a ruling from the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any other Member seek to be heard on the point of order?
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Alan Simpson
Wyoming
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May 24, 2016

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