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On the recordJuly 28, 2010
Mr. President, I now ask for its second reading and object to my own request. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The bill will be read for the second time on the next legislative day. ____________________
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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