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On the recordJune 27, 2011
I now ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until tomorrow morning, Tuesday, June 28, at 10 a.m.; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed expired, and the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day; that following any leader remarks, the Senate proceed to executive session under the previous order; and that following disposition of the Cole, Seitz, and Monaco nominations, the Senate recess until 2:15 p.m. for the weekly caucus meetings; finally, that at 2:15 p.m., the Senate resume consideration of the Presidential Appointment Efficiency and Streamlining Act. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Jun 27, 2011

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