Dick Durbin said "I ask for its second reading and object to my own request. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The bill will have its second reading on the next legislative day. ___________________

On the recordSeptember 6, 2011

I ask for its second reading and object to my own request. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The bill will have its second reading on the next legislative day. ____________________

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Dick Durbin

Democratic · Illinois

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Sep 6, 2011

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