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On the recordMay 24, 2012
I ask for a second reading, the purpose of which is to place this joint resolution on the calendar under the provisions of rule XIV, but after having said that, I object to my own request. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The joint resolution will be read the second time on the next legislative day. ____________________
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Harry Reid
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