Mr. William M. Cowan, from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
called the Senate to order at 9:30 a.m., the Chaplain offered a prayer,
and Mr. Cowan 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 (Wednesday, April 10)
S. 649 (Sen. Reid):
To ensure that all individuals who should be
prohibited from buying a firearm are listed in the national instant criminal
background check system and require a background check for every firearm
sale, and for other purposes.
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Motion to proceed to measure considered in Senate.
S.Res. 95 (Sen. Isakson):
A resolution recognizing linemen, the profession of
linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect the
public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2013,
as National Lineman Appreciation Day.
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and
with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Executive Business (Wednesday, April 10)
PN135:
Sarah Jewell, of Washington, to be Secretary of the
Interior
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By unanimous consent agreement, debate and vote today.
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Considered by Senate per previous unanimous consent agreement.
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Confirmed by the Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 87 - 11. Record Vote Number:
94
Adjournment
By unanimous consent, on the request of Mr. Harry Reid,
at 6:45 p.m., the Senate adjourned, under its order of today,
until 9:30 a.m. tomorrow.
