I think that. consistent with our responsibilities as an authorizing committee. there ought to be a ceiling on this bill so that. in the event an additional amount Is needed. we can play a role in scrutinizing the requests. The ceiling I suggest is $507 millionthe amount the President requested. r. 2t z. ka Some people may say that the amount authorized should be the amount suggested by the Appropriations Committee. I disagree. The Appropriations Committee has suggested $405 million. but that is based on certain assumptions with respect to the number of refugees coming into this country. I think the assumptions may be wrong. and I agree with the statements that have been made that the situation is in a state of flux. We need to allow ourselves some leeway which my amendment accomplishes.
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