On the recordSeptember 19, 2012
I now move to withdraw my motion to proceed to Calendar No. 499. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator has that right. The motion is withdrawn. ____________________
I now move to withdraw my motion to proceed to Calendar No. 499. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator has that right. The motion is withdrawn. ____________________
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