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On the recordJuly 9, 2012
This evening, I was called away on personal business. I regret that I was not present to vote on H.R. 4155, H.R. 4367, and H.R. 5892. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on these bills. Personal Explanation Mr. DesJARLAIS. Mr. Speaker, due to airplane maintenance issues affecting flight schedules, my arrival into Washington was delayed this evening. I was unable to cast a vote on rollcall votes No. 1452 (H.R. 4155), No. (H.R. 4367), and No. 454 (H.R. 5892). Had I been present, I would have voted aye on each of those votes. ____________________
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John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan
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Jul 9, 2012

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