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On the recordMay 25, 2011
On May 25, 2011, I was not present to vote on H.R. 1216. Had I been present, I would have voted, ``no.'' Additionally, I inadvertently cast a ``nay'' vote on the Motion to Recommit H.R. 1216. I intended to vote, ``yea.'' ____________________
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan

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