I accede to the request of my chairman, but I ask unanimous consent upon the completion of that vote I be recognized to offer an amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The question is on agreeing to division II of the Coburn amendment. Division II of amendment (No. 3641) was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Cornyn). Under the previous order, the Senator from West Virginia is recognized. Amendment No. 3709
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