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On the recordJune 23, 2010
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from Iowa. ____________________
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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