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On the recordJuly 12, 2016
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. Ayotte). Without objection, it is so ordered. Climate Change
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
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Jul 12, 2016

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