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On the recordJune 28, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Begich). Without objection, it is so ordered. Surface Transportation
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Barbara Boxer
Democratic · California

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