On the recordDecember 15, 2011
I think one on our side. While we are talking about rays of lightness, we thank Senator Hagan, our Presiding Officer, who is a member of our committee. She provides a ray of light--one of the many rays of light on our committee. I see her presiding and smiling over this effort, and I wanted to acknowledge that she is an important part of it and to recognize her contribution as well. Mr. McCAIN. I happen to know for a fact that Senator Hagan is a strong defender of the men and women who serve her State, which has a very large military presence. I know they are very appreciative of her advocacy and service. Before we get too hokey around here, maybe we should suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll.
