There's no doubt about that.
But he apperently wants a deal with the Speaker "and others" first.
I suspect he got the promise from the WH but knows that will be defunct unless the Speaker promises to help uphold that EO somehow later.
But if she gives that promise, will DeGette bolt?
202-225-4735 Stupak’s office. They are answering and recording Yes/no votes. (For what it is worth)