Legislation: The Westsylvania Referendum Act of 1790 (Withdrawn)

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Mr. Speaker,

As is known to most of the media and the members here, I right now am attempting negotiations with the Government of Pennsylvania and the Westsylvanian protestors. I believe it to be prudent to allow these negotiations to proceed first and foremost before we move forward with any sort of resolution, as to not force either side into a rash decision.

Furthermore, I believe, with my fervent belief in states' rights and the rights of the citizen, that members of both factions should have input on the terms of a referendum before the federal government pushes a referendum through.

I yield.

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Mr. Speaker,

I request the that the time for debate be extended on this bill by another 72 hours if possible due to the current situation in Pennsylvania.

I yield.

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Mr. Speaker,

I ask that the sponsor withdraw this bill so that I can introduce a new bill that reflects the terms of the Westsylvanians.

I yield the remainder of my time.