On the recordJuly 11, 2011
Mr. President, I object to any further proceedings with respect to the bill. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Objection is heard. The bill will be placed on the calendar under the provisions of rule XIV.
Mr. President, I object to any further proceedings with respect to the bill. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Objection is heard. The bill will be placed on the calendar under the provisions of rule XIV.
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