On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
It is customary, however, for the Senate to confirm noncontroversial cabinet nominations at the beginning of a new Administration by unanimous consent without first referring them to committee.
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congress.govIt is customary, however, for the Senate to confirm noncontroversial cabinet nominations at the beginning of a new Administration by unanimous consent without first referring them to committee.
Bingaman explains the Senate's practice for confirming cabinet nominations.
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