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On the recordJune 15, 2011
Mr. President, following any leader remarks, the Senate will be in morning business until 2 p.m. today. The first hour is equally divided and controlled, with the Republicans controlling the first half and the majority controlling the second half. We continue to work through amendments on S. 782. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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