ON THE SENATE FLOOR
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Mr. Richard Blumenthal, from the State of Connecticut, called the Senate to order at 10 a.m., the Chaplain offered a prayer, and Mr. Blumenthal led the Senate in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.The Journal
Pursuant to the order of yesterday, the Journal of the proceedings of the Senate was deemed approved to date.Certain Procedures Dispensed With
Pursuant to the order of yesterday, the morning hour being deemed expired, and the times for the recognition of the two leaders being reserved.Transaction of Morning Business
Pursuant to the order of yesterday, the Senate proceeded to a period for the transaction of morning business.Legislative Business (Tuesday, July 24)
S. 2090
(Sen. Akaka):
To amend the Indian Law Enforcement Reform Act to
extend the period of time provided to the Indian Law and Order Commission to
produce a required report, and for other purposes.
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Senate Committee on Indian Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
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Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
S. 3412
(Sen. Reid):
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to
provide tax relief to middle-class families.
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Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate.
S.Res. 527
(Sen. Murkowski):
A resolution designating August 16, 2012, as
"National Airborne Day".
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and
with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
S.Res. 528
(Sen. Cardin):
A resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of
the American Podiatric Medical Association, the preeminent organization
representing podiatric medicine and surgery, celebrating its achievements,
and encouraging the association to continue providing guidance on foot and
ankle health issues to the people of the United States and of the world
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and
with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.