I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. (The Remarks of Mr. Durbin are printed in today's Record under ``Morning Business.'') ____________________
On the recordDecember 20, 2012
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