On the recordJune 14, 2011
Madam President, following any leader remarks, the Senate will be in morning business until 11 a.m. this morning. The majority will control the first half, the Republicans will control the final half. At 11 a.m., the Senate will be in executive session to consider the Cecchi and Salas nominations, with 1 hour of debate. At noon, there will be up to two votes on confirmation of the Cecchi and Salas nominations. Following the votes, the Senate will recess for the weekly caucus meetings until 2:15 p.m. At 2:15 p.m., there will be an additional rollcall vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Coburn amendment No. 436 regarding ethanol. Finally, following the cloture vote, Senator Rubio will be recognized to give his maiden speech to the Senate. Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that morning business consist of 1 full hour equally divided rather than ending at 11 a.m. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
