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On the recordJune 23, 2011
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Under the previous order, the question occurs on agreeing to amendment No. 499, offered by the Senator from Louisiana, Mr. Vitter.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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