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On the recordFebruary 28, 2011
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Under the previous order, the nomination of Amy Totenberg, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Georgia is confirmed. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the nomination of Steve C. Jones, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Georgia?
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