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On the recordMay 7, 2010
I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of H. Con. Res. 247 which was received from the House and is at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the concurrent resolution by title. The legislative clerk read as follows: A concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 247) authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby. There being no objection, the Senate proceeded to consider the concurrent resolution.
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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