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On the recordFebruary 14, 2013
at the request of the Republicans, I ask unanimous consent that at 4:15 today, the Senate proceed to vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Hagel nomination; that the time until 4:15 be equally divided between the two leaders or their designees. My designee is Senator Levin. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection?
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Feb 14, 2013

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