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On the recordOctober 12, 2013
I ask for its second reading and object to my own request. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection having been heard, the joint resolution will be read for a second time on the next legislative day. ____________________
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Harry Reid
Democratic · Nevada
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Oct 12, 2013

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