I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum under rule XXII be waived, and a vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to S. 2343 occur at noon on Tuesday, May 8, 2012. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from Massachusetts.
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