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On the recordNovember 14, 2011
I object to the vote on the ground that a quorum is not present and make the point of order that a quorum is not present. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, further proceedings on this question will be postponed. The point of no quorum is considered withdrawn. ____________________
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Elijah Cummings
Democratic · Maryland
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Nov 14, 2011

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