There are two different situations. The names on the list are those of groups that requested to appear before the committee. The committee must decide at some point—perhaps not today—if it will accept briefs or briefing notes from groups that are unable to appear before the committee. That is another aspect of the discussion. In all probability, we will not make that determination today, but it is up to the committee.
On November 9th, 2006. See this statement in context.