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On the recordAugust 2, 2011
I ask unanimous consent the nomination be confirmed, the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table, there be no intervening action or debate, and any statements related to this matter be printed in the Record; that the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action, and the Senate resume legislative session. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The nomination considered and confirmed is as follows: national transportation safety board Deborah A. P. Hersman, of Virginia, to be Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board for a term of two years. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Aug 2, 2011

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