Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, and the motions to reconsider be laid upon the table. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The resolution (S. Res. 584) was agreed to. The preamble was agreed to. The resolution, with its preamble, reads as follows: S. Res. 584 Whereas the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games will be held in Lincoln, Nebraska, from July 18 to July 23, 2010; Whereas nearly 4,000 athletes and coaches from 49 State delegations will participate in the Games; Whereas approximately 30,000 people, including families and friends of the athletes, and enthusiastic supporters, are expected to visit or attend the Games; Whereas more than 8,500 volunteers will contribute time and talent to make the Games a success; Whereas, for decades, the Special Olympics has provided athletes with a unique opportunity to participate in athletic competition while developing confidence, skill, and determination; Whereas the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games continues the great tradition begun by Eunice Shriver in 1968, and proves the belief of Ms.…
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