The Senate convened for a pro forma session at 10:00 a.m. Senator Van Hollen presided and no business was conducted.

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Except for pro forma sessions the Senate is adjourned until Monday, September 9 at 3:00 p.m. At that time, following any Leader remarks, the Senate will resume consideration of the nomination of Adam Abelson to be a District Judge for the District of Maryland.
At approximately 5:30 p.m., the Senate will vote on cloture on the Abelson nomination.