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On the recordJuly 19, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Steven Kirby, a member of my staff who is serving as an intern this summer, be granted the privilege of the floor for the balance of today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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