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On the recordApril 26, 2012
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate resumes legislative session, the period for debate only on S. 1925 be extended until 2:30 p.m. today, with the time equally divided between the two leaders or their designees and that I be recognized at 2:30 p.m. today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Under the previous order, the question is, will the Senate advise and consent to the nomination of David Campos Guaderrama, of Texas, to be United States District Judge for the Western District of Texas? The nomination was confirmed. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, the motions to reconsider are considered made and laid upon the table. The President will be immediately notified of the Senate's action. ____________________
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