[hipaatwo]

t was Spector's package (a bunch of amendments from both sides)

BUT Dodds Amendment

http://cboldt.blogspot.com/
UPDATE @ 17:23 - Found it. Senator Dodd's S.Amdt.4089 contains the following language:


(b) CONSULTATION REQUIREMENT.--Consultations between United States and Mexican authorities at the federal, state, and local levels concerning the construction of additional fencing and related border security structures along the United States-Mexico border shall be undertaken prior to commencing any new construction, in order to solicit the views of affected communities, lessen tensions and foster greater understanding and stronger cooperation on this and other important issues of mutual concern.

30 posted on 05/25/2006 6:29:24 PM EDT by Mo1

[the_Watchman]

Folks, this is not so bad. It depends on how the administration interprets the word "consults". I would have expected any administration to consult with Mexico before building significant sections of wall. It is part of being a good neighbor, whether they are or not.

Remember that "consult" does NOT mean "ask for permission". For instance, a good parent always "consults" with their children before they are spanked.

[SMM48]

(b) CONSULTATION REQUIREMENT.--Consultations between United States and Mexican authorities at the federal, state, and local levels concerning the construction of additional fencing and related border security structures along the United States-Mexico border shall be undertaken prior to commencing any new construction, in order to solicit the views of affected communities, lessen tensions and foster greater understanding and stronger cooperation on this and other important issues of mutual concern.

The government could just ignore this provision like they ignored the enforcement provision of the last Immigration Reform from 20 years ago.