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On the recordNovember 15, 2011
I have a motion to recommit the bill with instructions. That is also at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the motion. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Nevada [Mr. Reid] moves to recommit the bill (H.R. 2354) to the Committee on Appropriations, with the instructions to report back forthwith, with amendment numbered 962. The amendment is as follows: At the end, add the following new section: Sec. _. This Act shall become effective 3 days after enactment.
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Nov 15, 2011

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