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On the recordMay 10, 2012
I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until 2 p.m., on Monday, May 14; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of Proceedings be approved to date; the morning hour be deemed expired and the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use until later in the day; and that the majority leader be recognized; further, that when the Senate resumes legislative session following the votes on the Russell and Tharp nominations, the Senate vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to H.R. 2072. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island
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May 10, 2012

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