member. robert j. jackson, jr., of new york to be a member. mr. mcconnell: i ask unanimous consent the senate vote on the nominations en bloc with no intervening action or debate, that if confirmed, the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table en bloc, the president be immediately notified of the senate's action, that no further motions be in order, and that any statements relating to the nominations be principled in the record. the presiding officer: without objection. the question is on the nominations en bloc. all those in favor, say aye. all opposed, say no. the ayes appear to have it. the ayes do have it. the nominations are confirmed en bloc. mr. mcconnell: i ask unanimous consent the senate proceed to the en bloc consideration of the following nominations -- executive calendar 545, 546, and 576. the presiding officer: without objection. the clerk will report. the clerk: department of energy, linda capuano of texas to be administrator of the...