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On the recordDecember 19, 2024
I ask unanimous consent that all postcloture time on the motion to proceed to H.R. 82 be considered expired following the remarks of Senator Lee for up to 30 minutes; further, that following the motion to proceed vote, the Senate proceed to executive session; and further, that the cloture motions with respect to the Cheeks and Murillo nominations ripen at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 20. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from Utah. H.R. 82
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont
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Dec 19, 2024

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