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On the recordFebruary 15, 2012
I now have a second-degree amendment which is at the desk that I ask to be reported. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The assistant legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Nevada [Mr. Reid] proposes an amendment numbered 1634 to amendment No. 1633. The amendment is as follows: At the end, add the following: (e) Effective Date.--This division shall become effective 4 days after enactment. Motion to Recommit With Amendment No. 1635
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Feb 15, 2012

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