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On the recordJune 17, 2010
Mr. President, at this time, I ask that the amendment be divided in the form I now send to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator has a right to have his amendment divided. The Senator from Oklahoma is recognized.
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Tom Coburn
Republican · Oklahoma

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