originally we were planning to vote at 5:30 p.m. The distinguished ranking member has no objection. I ask unanimous consent that the time be divided between now and 5:30 p.m. in the normal fashion and the votes be at 5:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.
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