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“PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR” mentioning the U.S. Dept of State was published in the Senate section on pages S4522 on April 21, 2009.
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PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR
Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Andrew Keller, who is detailed to the Foreign Relations Committee from the State Department, be granted privileges of the floor for the duration of the debate on the Christopher Hill nomination.
The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered.
Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Craig Bryant, a fellow in my office, be granted the privilege of the floor for the remainder of the day.
The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
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