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On the recordJanuary 27, 2011
My understanding now is that as soon as the clerk announces the order for the day, the 8 hours will begin to run; is that right, Mr. President? The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The majority leader is correct. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada

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