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On the recordJanuary 29, 2015
I ask unanimous consent that the 60-vote affirmative threshold be vitiated, and I urge its adoption by voice vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Is there further debate on this amendment? If not, the question is on agreeing to the amendment. The amendment (No. 245), as modified, was agreed to.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska
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Jan 29, 2015

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