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On the recordMarch 14, 2024
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the privileges of the floor be extended for the balance of the day for my intern, Lucas Rigsby. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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