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On the recordJuly 18, 2011
Mr. President, I would object to any further proceedings on this bill at this time. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Objection is heard. The bill will be placed on the calendar under the provisions of rule XIV. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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