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On the recordApril 13, 2011
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the period of morning business for debate only be extended until 7 p.m. tonight, with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes each, and that at 7 p.m. I be recognized. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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