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On the recordJuly 11, 2011
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum required under rule XXII be waived with respect to both cloture motions. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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