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   Mr. MACK. Mr. President, today the Senate will resume consideration of the pending Harkin amendment to the partial-birth abortion ban bill. By previous consent, there are 2 hours of debate on the amendment. Therefore, Senators can anticipate a vote at approximately 11:30 a.m., unless the time is yielded back on the amendment. Senators should be aware future rollcall votes are expected in an attempt to complete action on the bill prior to adjournment today.

   Following the completion of the partial-birth abortion ban bill, the Senate may begin consideration of any legislative items on the calendar or any conference reports available for action.

   I thank my colleagues for their attention.

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