109 1 CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 4, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:52 EDT Yes 9:25:40 P.M. - The House adjourned in memory of the late Honorable Robert T. Matsui of California. The next meeting is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 6, 2005. 9:25:35 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:25:00 P.M. - Mr. Wilson (SC) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:49:09 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:47:28 P.M. - CURRENT WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE MEMBERSHIP - The Chair announced that the current whole number of the House was 428. 8:46:49 P.M. - H. Res. 11 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:46:44 P.M. - H. Res. 11 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 8:46:40 P.M. - H. Res. 11 The previous question was ordered without objection. 6:52:49 P.M. - H. Res. 11 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 11. 6:52:10 P.M. - H. Res. 11 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 11 — "Expressing profound sorrow on the occasion of the death of the Honorable Robert T. Matsui, a Representative from the State of California." 6:52:06 P.M. - H. Res. 12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:51:46 P.M. - H. Res. 12 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:50:53 P.M. - H. Res. 12 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 12. 5:50:33 P.M. - H. Res. 12 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 12 — "Expressing condolences and support for assistance to the victims of the earthquake and tsunamis that occurred on December 26, 2004, in South and Southeast Asia." 5:47:36 P.M. - Pursuant to S. Con. Res. 2, 109th Congress, the Chair announced the Speaker's reappointment as Members of the Joint Committee to make the necessary arrangements for the inauguration of the President-Elect and the Vice-President-Elect of the United States on the 20th day of January 2005, the following Members of the House: Messrs. Hastert, DeLay and Ms. Pelosi. 5:47:35 P.M. - Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - Pursuant to clause 11 of Rule 10, clause 11 of Rule 1, and the order of theHouse of today the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Mr. Hoekstra. 5:46:33 P.M. - H. Res. 10 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:46:29 P.M. - H. Res. 10 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:41:13 P.M. - H. Res. 10 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 10 — "Providing amounts for interim expenses of the Committee on Homeland Security in the first session of the One Hundred Ninth Congress." 5:38:25 P.M. - House Office Building Commission - the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the House Office Building Commission to serve with himself: Mr. DeLay and Ms. Pelosi. 5:38:24 P.M. - CLERK DESIGNATIONS - Under the rules of the House the Clerk designated the following people to sign any and all papers and do all other acts in his absence: Mr. Gerasimos C. Vans, Deputy Clerk, Ms. Marjorie C. Kelaher, Assistant to the Clerk, or Mr. Daniel J. Strodel, Assistant to the Clerk. These designations shall remain in effect for the 109th Congress or until modified by the Clerk. 5:37:23 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Tuesday, January 4, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 6, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 5:36:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 2 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:36:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 2 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:34:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 2 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 2 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 5:34:54 P.M. - H. Res. 9 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:34:49 P.M. - H. Res. 9 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:34:16 P.M. - H. Res. 9 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 9 — "Providing for the attendance of the House at the Inaugural Ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States." 5:33:32 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:33:27 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:32:45 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 2 — "To extend the life of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies and the provisions of S. Con. Res. 93 and S. Con. Res. 94 of the One Hundred Eighth Congress." 5:32:41 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:32:36 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 1 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:31:08 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 1 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 1 — "To provide for the counting on January 6, 2005, of the electoral votes for President and Vice President of the United States." 5:30:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:30:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:30:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 1 — "Regarding consent to assemble outside the seat of government." 5:30:11 P.M. - H. Res. 8 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:29:59 P.M. - H. Res. 8 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:29:32 P.M. - H. Res. 8 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 8 — "Fixing the daily hour of meeting of the First Session of the One Hundred Ninth Congress." 5:29:08 P.M. - H. Res. 7 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:29:01 P.M. - H. Res. 7 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:28:40 P.M. - H. Res. 7 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 7 — "Providing for the designation of certain minority employees." 5:28:22 P.M. - H. Res. 6 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:28:17 P.M. - H. Res. 6 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:27:39 P.M. - H. Res. 6 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 6 — "Electing certain members to a standing committee." 5:27:21 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 1, S. Con. Res. 2, and S. Res. 2. 5:27:12 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:27:11 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 195 (Roll no. 6). 5:16:14 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On motion to commit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 196 - 219 (Roll no. 5). 5:04:56 P.M. - H. Res. 5 The previous question on the motion to commit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:03:58 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Ms. Slaughter moved to commit with instructions to a select committee composed of the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader. 5:01:36 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 196 (Roll no. 4). 3:08:19 P.M. - H. Res. 5 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 5. 3:07:56 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 5 — "Adopting rules for the One Hundred Ninth Congress." 3:06:55 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On motion to consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 192, 1 Present (Roll no. 3). 2:30:07 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Point of order raised by Mr. Baird on the content of the measure. Mr. Baird stated that certain proposals contained in the resolution are not supported by Constitutional authority. The Chair subsequently ruled that the point of order was not recognizable and consideration of the resolution was subject to a decision by the full House. 2:29:08 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Mr. DeLay sent to the desk a resolution and asked for its immediate consideration. 2:28:52 P.M. - H. Res. 4 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:28:48 P.M. - H. Res. 4 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:28:34 P.M. - H. Res. 4 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 4 — "Authorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk." 2:28:08 P.M. - H. Res. 3 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:27:54 P.M. - H. Res. 3 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:27:33 P.M. - H. Res. 3 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 3 — "Authorizing the Speaker to appoint a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the Congress." 2:27:30 P.M. - H. Res. 2 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:27:26 P.M. - H. Res. 2 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:26:43 P.M. - H. Res. 2 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 2 — "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk." 2:25:58 P.M. - ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE - The Speaker administered the Oath of Office to the Officers of the House. 2:25:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:25:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:25:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the Menendez amendment; Failed by voice vote. 2:25:08 P.M. - H. Res. 1 Amendment offered by Mr. Menendez. 2:23:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the portion of the resolution electing the Chaplain Agreed to by voice vote. 2:22:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1 DIVISION OF THE QUESTION - Mr. Menendez demanded that the question be divided in order to act upon the election of the Chaplain as a separate matter. The question was divided. 2:22:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1 — "Electing officers of the House of Representatives." 2:21:01 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT OF LEADERSHIP POSTS - Mr. Menendez of New Jersey notified the House that, at the direction of the Democratic Caucus, Ms. Pelosi had been elected as the Minority Leader and Mr. Hoyer of Maryland had been elected Minority Whip. 2:20:01 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT OF LEADERSHIP POSTS - Ms. Pryce of Ohio notified the House that, at the direction of the Republican Conference, Mr. DeLay of Texas had been elected as Majority Leader and Mr. Blunt of Missouri had been elected as Majority Whip. 2:17:00 P.M. - ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH OF OFFICE - The Speaker administered the Oath of Office to the Members-elect of the 109th Congress. 2:16:15 P.M. - ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE - The Dean of the House administered the Oath of Office to the Speaker-elect. 1:55:31 P.M. - ADDRESS BY THE SPEAKER-ELECT - The Speaker-elect addressed the House prior to taking the Oath of Office which will be administered by the Dean of the House, Representative-elect John Dingell, Michigan. 1:42:52 P.M. - The Speaker-elect was escorted into the Chamber and introduced by Ms. Pelosi, Democrat Leader, before assuming the Chair. 1:34:59 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO ESCORT THE SPEAKER-ELECT - The Clerk appointed a Committee of Members-elect to escort the Speaker-elect into the Chamber. 1:27:53 P.M. - Roll no. 2 - Election of the Speaker Hastert 226, Pelosi 199, Murtha 1, Present 1 (Roll no. 2). 12:35:24 P.M. - APPOINTMENT OF TELLERS - The Clerk announced the appointment of the following Members to act as Tellers during the Roll Call for Election of Speaker: Mr. Ney, Mr. Larson of Connecticut, Mrs. Johnson of Connecticut, and Ms. Kaptur. 12:32:23 P.M. - NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE OF SPEAKER - Pursuant to law and to precedent, the Clerk announced that the next order of business was the election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives and that nominations would now be in order. Accordingly, the Honorable Deborah Pryce of Ohio placed the name of J. Dennis Hastert into nomination for the Office of Speaker and the Honorable Robert Menendez of New Jersey placed the name of Nancy Pelosi into nomination for the Office of Speaker. No other nominations were put forward. 12:31:51 P.M. - ELECTION CREDENTIALS FOR DELEGATES - The Clerk notified the House that election credentials for all Delegates and Resident Commissioners had been received. 12:31:50 P.M. - Call of the States Quorum responded: 424 present (Roll no. 1). 12:04:44 P.M. - CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION - The Clerk announced that Certificates of Election covering 435 seats in the 109th Congress had been received and the names of those persons whose credentials show that they were regularly elected as Representatives in accordance with the laws of their respective States or of the United States would be called. Without objection, the Representatives-elect were directed to record their presence by electronic device in order to determine whether a quorum was present. 12:03:43 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Clerk led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:58 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:13 P.M. - House convened, starting a new legislative day, pursuant to the 20th amendment to the Constitution and Public Law 108-433. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 6, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:49 EDT Yes 5:42:36 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 2. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 20, 2005. 5:42:35 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:42:22 P.M. - Ms. Jackson-Lee (TX) moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:31:41 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:29:42 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting notification of the extension of the Mutual Fisheries Agreement between the United States and the Russian Federation - referred to the Committee on Resources and ordered to be printed. 5:27:57 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed further one minute speeches. 5:24:09 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 241 and agreed to H. Con. Res. 2. 5:24:08 P.M. - The Chair announced the names of those Members appointed to the Official Delegation to attend the funeral of the late Honorable Robert Matsui, California. 5:22:14 P.M. - The House resumed it sitting. 5:22:13 P.M. - DISSOLVING THE JOINT SESSION - After announcing the results of the certification process, the Vice President announced that the Joint Session was dissolved and that the results of the proceedings had during the Joint Session would be entered into the Journals of both Houses. 5:18:39 P.M. - At the conclusion of counting the Electoral ballots, the Vice President reported to the Joint Session that the votes would be recorded as follows: For the Office of President of the United States, George W. Bush--286; John. F. Kerry--251; John Edwards 1; and for the Office of Vice President of the United States, Dick Cheney--286; John Edwards--252. 5:11:30 P.M. - RESUMPTION OF PROCEEDINGS - The Vice President announced that the House and Senate, not having sustained the objection to the certification of the Ohio Electoral ballots, would resume proceedings in Joint Session and that the original certification submitted by the state of Ohio as regular in form and authentic, would stand. 5:09:01 P.M. - The Vice President directed the tellers to resume their seats at the Clerk's desk. The Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House reported to the Joint Session the results of the proceedings with regard to the objection to the Electoral College votes from the state of Ohio. 5:07:20 P.M. - APPEARANCE OF THE SENATE - The Vice President and the Members of the Senate appeared and were admitted into the House Chamber to meet with the House in a Joint Session for the purpose of resuming certification of the Electoral College ballot count. 4:59:43 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate notified the House that it had disposed of the objection to the certification of the Ohio electoral ballots and was ready to resume proceedings with the House in Joint Session. 4:59:08 P.M. - The Speaker directed the Clerk to notify the Senate that the House had disposed of the objection raised to the certification of the Ohio electoral ballots and was ready to resume proceedings with the Senate in Joint Session. 4:59:07 P.M. - On agreeing to the objection Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 31 - 267 (Roll no. 7). 3:47:39 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - During the roll call by electronic device, Representative-elect Norwood presented himself in the well of the House and took the oath of office as administered by the Speaker. Subsequently, the Speaker announced that the current whole number of the House Membership stood at 430. 3:47:38 P.M. - At the conclusion of debate the Speaker put the question on agreeing to the objection and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Portman demanded the yeas and nays and the vote was ordered taken by electronic device. 1:27:00 P.M. - HOUSE DEBATE - The House resumed its sitting and pursuant to S. Con. Res. 1, and the applicable provisions of the United States Code, the House proceeded with debate on the objection raised against the certified results of the Electoral College balloting in the state of Ohio. Members will be recognized for up to 5 minutes each and may not be recognized more than once. Debate shall continue for not to exceed 2 hours. 1:23:56 P.M. - CONSIDERATION OF OBJECTION - The Senate withdrew from the Chamber of the House and retired to its own Chamber in order to allow each body to separately consider the objection. 1:20:15 P.M. - OBJECTION TO OHIO ELECTORAL BALLOTS - During the course of the proceedings of the Joint Session, an objection was raised against the certified results of the Electoral College ballots of the state of Ohio. The objection, having been raised by a Representative and supported by a Senator, was laid before the Joint Session. 1:05:47 P.M. - CERTIFICATION OF ELECTORAL VOTES - Beginning with the state of Alabama, the tellers proceeded with announcing the results of the Electoral College balloting. 1:04:09 P.M. - JOINT SESSION CALLED TO ORDER - The Vice President called the Joint Session to order, announced the purpose of the Joint Session and directed the tellers on the part of the House and Senate to take seats at the Clerk's desk. 1:00:52 P.M. - APPEARANCE OF THE SENATE - The Vice President and the Members of the Senate appeared and were admitted into the House Chamber to meet with the House in a Joint Session for the purpose of certifying the Electoral College ballot count. 12:58:30 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-elect Shadegg of Arizona presented himself in the well of the House and took the oath of office as administered by the Speaker of the House. Subsequenlty, the Speaker announced that the current whole number of the House Membership was 429. 12:57:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 6. 11:21:59 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:55 P.M. today. 11:21:53 A.M. - H.R. 241 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:21:52 A.M. - H.R. 241 On passage Passed without objection. 11:21:34 A.M. - H.R. 241 Considered by unanimous consent. H.R. 241 — "To accelerate the income tax benefits for charitable cash contributions for the relief of victims of the Indian Ocean tsunami." 11:21:34 A.M. - H.R. 241 Mr. Hayworth asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 11:17:29 A.M. - Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Ms. Harman. 11:17:28 A.M. - APPOINTMENT OF TELLERS - Pursuant to S. Con. Res. 1, 109th Congress, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Chair announced the Speaker's appointment as tellers on the part of the House to count the electoral votes: Messrs. Ney of Ohio and Larson of Connecticut. 11:05:47 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle. 11:05:41 A.M. - H. Res. 33 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:05:36 A.M. - H. Res. 33 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 11:04:28 A.M. - H. Res. 33 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 33 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 11:04:24 A.M. - H. Res. 32 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:04:20 A.M. - H. Res. 32 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 11:03:28 A.M. - H. Res. 32 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 32 — "Electing Members, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners to standing committees of the House of Representatives." 11:03:15 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Clyburn to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:03:10 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 11:01:05 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 11:00:36 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Michael K. Simpson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:31 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 20, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:45 EDT Yes 12:33:01 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Res. 9. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on January 25, 2005. 10:20:20 A.M. - The Members of the House proceeded to the West front of the Capitol to attend the inaugural ceremonies for the President and Vice-President of the United States. Upon completion of the ceremony, pursuant to H. Res. 9, 109th Congress, the House will stand adjourned until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, January, 25, 2005. 10:20:00 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 20. 10:08:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 10:15 a.m. today. 10:07:35 A.M. - The House received a communication from Dr. John Eisold, Attending Physician. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Dr. John Eisold notified the House that he had been served with a civil subpoena for documents issued by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. After consulting with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena would not be consistent with the rights and privileges of the House, and instructed the Counsel to object. 10:07:34 A.M. - The House received a communication from Christopher Shays, Member of Congress. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives Mr. Shays notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the Connecticut Superior Court, Docket at Tolland and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and priveleges of the House. 10:06:30 A.M. - The House received a communication from Patricia Vecchio, District Director, Office of Congressman D ennis J. Kucinich. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Vecchio notified the House that she had been served with a subpeona, issued by the Probate Court of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, for testimony and documents and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpeona was inconsistent with the precedents and priveleges of the House. 10:06:11 A.M. - Pursuant to H. Con. Res. 1 the Speaker notified the Clerk of his designation of Representative Delay to act jointly with the Majority Leader ofthe Senate or his designee, in the event of his death or inability, to notify the Members of the House and Senate, respectively, of any reassembly under any such concurrent resolution. An alternate list of Members of the House listed in a letter placed with the Clerk are designated, in turn, for the same purposes. 10:05:15 A.M. - The Chair announced that on January 19, 2005, the Speaker delivered to the Clerk a letter listing Members in the order in which each shall act as Speaker pro tempore under clause 8(b)(3) of rule 1. 10:04:30 A.M. - Public Interest Declassification Board - Pursuant to section 703(c) of the Public Interest Declassification Act of 2000 (50 U.S.C. 435 note), the Minority Leader appointed David Skaggs of Colorado, to the Public Interest Declassification Board for an initial 2-year term. 10:04:20 A.M. - Joint Economic Committee - Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1024(a), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed Mr. Saxton of New Jersey to the Joint Economic Committee. 10:03:12 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Kline to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:10 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:56 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:01:40 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Michael K. Simpson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 25, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:42 EDT Yes 9:15:25 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 26, 2005. 9:15:24 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:15:11 P.M. - Mr. Jindal moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:41:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:41:07 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 42. 7:21:09 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:19:19 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert requested that Mr. Wolf be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on January 26. 7:16:00 P.M. - H. Res. 39 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:15:59 P.M. - H. Res. 39 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 9). 6:57:56 P.M. - H. Res. 39 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 39 — "Commending countries and organizations for marking the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and urging a strengthening of the fight against racism, intolerance, bigotry, prejudice, discrimination, and anti-Semitism." 6:57:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:57:50 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 392 - 1 (Roll no. 8). 6:35:32 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE AND WHOLE NUMBER ANNOUNCEMENT - During the roll call by electronic device, Representatives-elect Osborne, Honda, Gutierrez and Cannon presented themselves in the well of the House and took the oath of office as administered by the Speaker. Subsequently, the Speaker announced that the current whole number of the House Membership stood at 434. 6:35:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 16 — "Congratulating the people of Ukraine for conducting a democratic, transparent, and fair runoff presidential election on December 26, 2004, and congratulating Viktor Yushchenko on his election as President of Ukraine and his commitment to democracy and reform." 6:35:19 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. 16, as amended, and H. Res. 39 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:33:52 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 21 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:33:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 21 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:33:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 21 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 21 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 6:33:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:33:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 20 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:33:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 20 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 20 — "Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President." 6:32:32 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 25. 3:26:46 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 3:26 P.M. today. 3:26:28 P.M. - H. Res. 39 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:38:22 P.M. - H. Res. 39 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 39. 2:38:19 P.M. - H. Res. 39 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:37:53 P.M. - H. Res. 39 Mr. Hyde moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 39 — "Commending countries and organizations for marking the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and urging a strengthening of the fight against racism, intolerance, bigotry, prejudice, discrimination, and anti-Semitism." 2:37:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:13:42 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 16. 2:13:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:13:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 16 Mr. Hyde moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 16 — "Congratulating the people of Ukraine for conducting a democratic, transparent, and fair runoff presidential election on December 26, 2004, and congratulating Viktor Yushchenko on his election as President of Ukraine and his commitment to democracy and reform." 2:13:12 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:02:37 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:33 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk notified the House that he had received a message from the Senate on Tuesday, January 25, 2005, stating that the Senate had agreed to S. Res. 7. 2:01:45 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cuellar to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:12 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 26, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:38 EDT Yes 2:35:47 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on February 1, 2005. 2:35:45 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:35:34 P.M. - Mr. Paul moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:25:56 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:24:24 P.M. - Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Mr. LaHood, Mr. Cunningham, Mr. Everett, Mr. Gallegly, Mrs. Wilson of NM, Mr. Davis, Tom of VA, Mr. Thornberry, Mr. McHugh, Mr. Tiahrt, Mr. Rogers of MI, Mr. Renzi, Mr. Hastings of FL, Mr. Reyes, Mr. Boswell, Mr. Cramer, Ms. Eshoo, Mr. Holt, Mr. Ruppersberger and Mr. Tierney. 1:24:23 P.M. - H. Res. 40 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:24:18 P.M. - H. Res. 40 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:24:13 P.M. - H. Res. 40 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:16:55 P.M. - H. Res. 40 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 40. 1:16:53 P.M. - H. Res. 40 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 40 — "Honoring the career and philanthropic contributions of Johnny Carson." 1:16:26 P.M. - H. Res. 40 Mr. LaTourette asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 1:15:37 P.M. - H. Res. 51 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:15:32 P.M. - H. Res. 51 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:15:11 P.M. - H. Res. 51 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 51 — "Amending the Rules of the House relating to the composition of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence." 1:14:33 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Wednesday, January 25, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 28, 2005, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its concurrence in H. Con. Res. 21, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution. Agreed to without objection. 1:14:32 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Feb. 2. Agreed to without objection. 1:08:41 P.M. - H. Res. 49 The Clerk was authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make other necessary technical and conforming corrections in the engrossment of H. Res. 49. 1:08:40 P.M. - H.R. 54 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:08:39 P.M. - H.R. 54 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 231 - 173 (Roll no. 13). 12:59:36 P.M. - H.R. 54 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 187 - 217 (Roll no. 12). 12:40:18 P.M. - H.R. 54 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 12:28:20 P.M. - H.R. 54 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Crowley motion to recomit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House forthwith with an amendment which inserts a new paragraph preventing the Secretary from striking a congressional gold medal for presentation posthumously on behalf of any individual except during the 20-year period beginning 5 years after the death of the individual (unless the Act of Congress authorizing the striking of such medal was enacted before the death of such individual). 12:27:48 P.M. - H.R. 54 Mr. Crowley moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 12:27:21 P.M. - H.R. 54 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 12:27:11 P.M. - H.R. 54 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:26:21 P.M. - H.R. 54 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 54. 12:26:15 P.M. - H.R. 54 On agreeing to the Crowley amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 182 - 211 (Roll no. 11). 12:19:13 P.M. - H.R. 54 On agreeing to the Crowley amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 189 - 212 (Roll no. 10). 11:56:37 A.M. - H.R. 54 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:56:10 A.M. - H.R. 54 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Crowley amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Crowley demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:39:54 A.M. - H.R. 54 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 42, the Commitee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Crowley amendment. 11:39:26 A.M. - H.R. 54 An amendment, offered by Mr. Crowley, numbered 3 printed in House Report 109-1 to provide for an equitable distribution of gold medals under the bill between the majority party and the minority party. 11:38:54 A.M. - H.R. 54 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Crowley amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Crowley demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:28:58 A.M. - H.R. 54 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 42, the Commitee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Crowley amendment. 11:28:38 A.M. - H.R. 54 An amendment, offered by Mr. Crowley, numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-1 to increase the limit of gold medals provided for under the bill from 2 per calendar year to 6 per Congress. 11:28:22 A.M. - H.R. 54 On agreeing to the Oxley amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:27:25 A.M. - H.R. 54 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 42, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Oxley amendment. 11:27:07 A.M. - H.R. 54 An amendment, offered by Mr. Oxley, numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-1 to change the effective date of the bill from "after December 31, 2005" to instead make the new limitation on the number of congressional gold medals effective on enactment of the bill. 10:43:50 A.M. - H.R. 54 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 54. 10:43:42 A.M. - H.R. 54 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ray LaHood to act as Chairman of the Committee. 10:43:41 A.M. - H.R. 54 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 42 and Rule XVIII. 10:43:33 A.M. - H.R. 54 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 54 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. 10:43:28 A.M. - H.R. 54 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 42. H.R. 54 — "To amend title 31, United States Code, to provide reasonable standards for congressional gold medals, and for other purposes." 10:43:25 A.M. - H. Res. 42 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:43:20 A.M. - H. Res. 42 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:43:11 A.M. - H. Res. 42 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:27:59 A.M. - H. Res. 42 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 42. 10:27:58 A.M. - H. Res. 42 Mr. Sessions asked unanimous consent that section 2 of H. Res. 42 be stricken. Agreed to without objection. 10:24:59 A.M. - H. Res. 42 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 42 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 54) to amend title 31, United States Code, to provide reasonable standards for congressional gold medals, and for other purposes." 10:24:08 A.M. - Mr. Sessions asked unanimous consent that notwithstanding clause 11(a)(1) of rule XI, during the One Hundred Ninth Congress the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence shall be composed of not more than 19 members, of whom not more than 11 may be from the same party. Agreed to without objection. 10:24:07 A.M. - H. Res. 50 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:24:01 A.M. - H. Res. 50 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:23:35 A.M. - H. Res. 50 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 50 — "Electing a certain Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:23:31 A.M. - H. Res. 49 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:23:27 A.M. - H. Res. 49 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:21:59 A.M. - H. Res. 49 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 49 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:04:39 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches. 10:04:28 A.M. - H. Res. 48 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:04:24 A.M. - H. Res. 48 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:03:39 A.M. - H. Res. 48 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 48 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:02:11 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:02:10 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Chocola to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:11 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:10 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ray LaHood to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 1, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:35 EDT Yes 10:57:56 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 2, 2005. 10:57:55 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:57:36 P.M. - Mr. Tancredo moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:17:48 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:17:24 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 2: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Murphy for 5 min, and Mr. Hunter for 5 min. 7:12:21 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:10:46 P.M. - Mr. Cole (OK) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 59. 7:10:36 P.M. - H.R. 120 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:10:33 P.M. - H.R. 120 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 0 (Roll no. 15). 6:53:30 P.M. - H.R. 120 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 120 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 30777 Rancho California Road in Temecula, California, as the "Dalip Singh Saund Post Office Building"." 6:53:28 P.M. - H. Res. 23 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:27 P.M. - H. Res. 23 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 14). 6:32:59 P.M. - H. Res. 23 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 23 — "Honoring the contributions of Catholic schools." 6:32:47 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfininshed business was the question of adoption of the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 23, and on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 120 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:31:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 39 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:31:02 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 39 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:30:52 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 39 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 39 — "Providing for an adjournment of the House." 6:30:20 P.M. - Mr. Sodrel asked unanimous consent That it be in order at any time to consider in the House a resolution relating to the free election in Iraq held on January 30, 2005; that the resolution be considered as read; and that the previous question be considered as ordered on the resolution and preamble to final adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on International Relations. Agreed to without objection. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 1. 3:20:19 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:20:07 P.M. - H.R. 289 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:19:53 P.M. - H.R. 289 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:19:40 P.M. - H.R. 289 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:11:40 P.M. - H.R. 289 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 289. 3:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 289 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:11:15 P.M. - H.R. 289 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 289 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 8200 South Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles, California, as the "Staff Sergeant First Class John Marshall Post Office Building"." 3:10:36 P.M. - H.R. 120 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:57:04 P.M. - H.R. 120 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 120. 2:55:43 P.M. - H.R. 120 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:55:20 P.M. - H.R. 120 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 120 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 30777 Rancho California Road in Temecula, California, as the "Dalip Singh Saund Post Office Building"." 2:55:08 P.M. - H. Res. 23 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:23:41 P.M. - H. Res. 23 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 23. 2:23:37 P.M. - H. Res. 23 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:23:16 P.M. - H. Res. 23 Mr. Boehner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 23 — "Honoring the contributions of Catholic schools." 2:23:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:08:08 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed with one minute speeches. 2:06:43 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk notified the House that he had received a message from the Senate on January 26, 2005, at 6:10 p.m., stating that that body had agreed to H. Con. Res. 21. 2:04:48 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:04:38 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 20 and S. Con. Res. 7. 2:03:41 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Kucinich to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:03:38 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:57 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 2, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:31 EDT Yes 10:08:41 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 39. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on February 8, 2005. 10:08:09 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:08:01 P.M. - Ms. Foxx moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:07:58 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk notified the House that he had received a message from the Senate on February 2, 2005, at 5:30 p.m., stating that that body had agreed to H. Con. Res. 39. 10:07:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Souder. Mr. Souder submitted his resignation from the Committee on Resources. The resignation was accepted without objection. 10:05:00 P.M. - Mr. Blunt asked unanimous consent that the President's message be referred to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered printed as a House Document (H. Doc. 109-3). Agreed to without objection. 10:05:00 P.M. - JOINT SESSION DISSOLVED - The Speaker declared the Joint Session to be dissolved. 9:08:00 P.M. - STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Con. Res. 20, the House and Senate are meeting in Joint Session to receive the state of the Union address from the President of the United States, George W. Bush. 8:46:00 P.M. - The House is meeting in joint session with the Senate in order to receive a communication from the President of the United States on the subject of the state of the Union. 8:45:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 2. 4:53:13 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess until approximately 8:40 p.m. at which time the House will meet in Joint Session with the Senate to receive a communication from the President of the United States. The next meeting is scheduled for 8:40 P.M. today. 4:51:20 P.M. - H. Res. 66 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:51:15 P.M. - H. Res. 66 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 4:50:50 P.M. - H. Res. 66 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 66 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 4:50:49 P.M. - H. Res. 65 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:50:35 P.M. - H. Res. 65 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 4:50:15 P.M. - H. Res. 65 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 65 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 4:50:10 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 2. 3:41:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:40:28 P.M. - H. Res. 64 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:40:23 P.M. - H. Res. 64 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 3:39:54 P.M. - H. Res. 64 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 64 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 3:02:21 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches which shall not extend beyond 5 p.m., at which time, the Chair will declare the House in recess. 2:59:23 P.M. - Mr. Jenkins requested that Mr. Jones of NC be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 8. 2:59:22 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Wednesday, February 2, 2004, it adjourn to meet at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2005, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate stating that that body has agreed to H. Con. Res. 39, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that resolution. Agreed to without objection. 2:59:00 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Feb. 9. Agreed to without objection. 2:50:25 P.M. - H. Res. 60 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:50:15 P.M. - H. Res. 60 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 404 - 9, 3 Present (Roll no. 19). 2:39:15 P.M. - H. Res. 60 Considered as unfinished business. 2:39:14 P.M. - H. Res. 57 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:39:13 P.M. - H. Res. 57 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 3 (Roll no. 18). 2:31:14 P.M. - H. Res. 57 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 57 — "Urging the European Union to maintain its arms embargo on the People's Republic of China." 2:31:09 P.M. - H. Res. 56 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:31:08 P.M. - H. Res. 56 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 415 - 1 (Roll no. 17). 2:22:52 P.M. - H. Res. 56 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 56 — "Commending the Palestinian people for conducting a free and fair presidential election on January 9, 2005, and for other purposes." 2:22:01 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules and the adoption of a resolution which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:21:23 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:21:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 327 - 84 (Roll no. 16). 1:58:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:26:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the House resumed debate on H. Con. Res. 36. 1:26:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 36 — "Expressing the continued support of Congress for equal access of military recruiters to institutions of higher education." 1:20:27 P.M. - H. Res. 62 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:20:23 P.M. - H. Res. 62 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:20:08 P.M. - H. Res. 62 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 62 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 1:19:42 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Thompson (MS). Mr. Thompson (MS) submitted his resignation from the Committee on Agriculture. The resignation was accepted without objection. 1:19:42 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable John F. Tierney. Mr. Tierney requested a leave of absence (effective immediately) from the House Committee on Government Reform due to his pending appointment to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. 1:18:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 POSTPONED CONSIDERATION - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Chair postponed further consideration of H. Con. Res. 36 until a time designated by the Speaker. 1:11:35 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Con. Res. 36. 1:11:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 Rule provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 36 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. 1:11:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 36 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 59. H. Con. Res. 36 — "Expressing the continued support of Congress for equal access of military recruiters to institutions of higher education." 1:10:45 P.M. - UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST - Mr. Kline asked unanimous consent that during consideration of H. Con. Res. 36, pursuant to House Resolution 59, the Chair may, notwithstanding the operation of the previous question, postpone further consideration of the concurrent resolution to a time designated by the Speaker. Agreed to without objection. 1:10:44 P.M. - H. Res. 59 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:10:38 P.M. - H. Res. 59 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:10:34 P.M. - H. Res. 59 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:43:01 P.M. - H. Res. 59 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 59. 12:42:26 P.M. - H. Res. 59 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 59 — "Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 36) expressing the continued support of Congress for equal access of military recruiters to institutions of higher education." 11:38:20 A.M. - H. Res. 60 POSTPONED ROLL CALL VOTE - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 60 the Chair put the question of adoption of the resolution and by voice vote announced that the yeas had prevailed. Mr. Lantos demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 11:37:20 A.M. - H. Res. 60 The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House. 11:37:19 A.M. - H. Res. 60 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the house proceeded with with one hour of debate on H. Res. 60. 11:37:09 A.M. - H. Res. 60 Considered pursuant to a previous order. H. Res. 60 — "Relating to the free election in Iraq held on January 30, 2005." 11:36:09 A.M. - H. Res. 60 Consideration initiated pursuant to a previous order. 11:36:08 A.M. - H. Res. 57 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 11:06:01 A.M. - H. Res. 57 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 57. 11:05:59 A.M. - H. Res. 57 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:05:49 A.M. - H. Res. 57 Mr. Gallegly moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 57 — "Urging the European Union to maintain its arms embargo on the People's Republic of China." 11:05:28 A.M. - H. Res. 56 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 10:26:35 A.M. - H. Res. 56 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 56. 10:26:33 A.M. - H. Res. 56 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:26:23 A.M. - H. Res. 56 Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 56 — "Commending the Palestinian people for conducting a free and fair presidential election on January 9, 2005, and for other purposes." 10:25:22 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later today. 10:04:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Speaker, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:03:45 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 167. 10:03:30 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Shimkus to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:30 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Aubry L. Wallace, Chaplain, Chilton County Sheriff's Department, Clanton, Alabama. 10:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ray LaHood to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 8, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:28 EDT Yes 11:40:27 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 9, 2005. 11:40:26 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:40:12 P.M. - Mr. Tancredo moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:13:14 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 10:12:52 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 71. 7:29:11 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:28:43 P.M. - Mr. Boustany requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 10: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 7:28:41 P.M. - Mr. Boustany requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 9. 7:21:58 P.M. - H. Res. 68 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:21:53 P.M. - H. Res. 68 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:21:42 P.M. - H. Res. 68 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 68 — "Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 7:20:54 P.M. - H.R. 548 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:20:53 P.M. - H.R. 548 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 0 (Roll no. 22). 7:03:50 P.M. - H.R. 548 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 548 — "To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 200 West 2nd Street in Dayton, Ohio, as the "Tony Hall Federal Building and United States Courthouse"." 7:03:49 P.M. - H.R. 315 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:03:48 P.M. - H.R. 315 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 0 (Roll no. 21). 6:53:09 P.M. - H.R. 315 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 315 — "To designate the United States courthouse at 300 North Hogan Street, Jacksonville, Florida, as the "John Milton Bryan Simpson United States Courthouse"." 6:53:07 P.M. - H. Res. 46 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:06 P.M. - H. Res. 46 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 0 (Roll no. 20). 6:33:00 P.M. - H. Res. 46 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 46 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Mentoring Month." 6:31:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 46 and on the motions to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 315 and H.R. 548 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 8. 3:18:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 P.M. today. 3:17:45 P.M. - H.R. 548 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:57:28 P.M. - H.R. 548 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 548. 2:57:25 P.M. - H.R. 548 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:57:10 P.M. - H.R. 548 Mr. Shuster moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 548 — "To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 200 West 2nd Street in Dayton, Ohio, as the "Tony Hall Federal Building and United States Courthouse"." 2:56:48 P.M. - H.R. 315 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:45:32 P.M. - H.R. 315 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 315. 2:45:28 P.M. - H.R. 315 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:44:52 P.M. - H.R. 315 Mr. Shuster moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 315 — "To designate the United States courthouse at 300 North Hogan Street, Jacksonville, Florida, as the "John Milton Bryan Simpson United States Courthouse"." 2:44:32 P.M. - H. Res. 46 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:23:20 P.M. - H. Res. 46 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 46. 2:23:17 P.M. - H. Res. 46 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:22:56 P.M. - H. Res. 46 Mr. Osborne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 46 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Mentoring Month." 2:22:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:14:10 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the Fiscal Year 2006 Federal Budget. 2:13:58 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk notified the House that he had received a sealed envelope from the White House and said to contain a communication from the President in which he transmitted the Fiscal Year 2006 Federal Budget. 2:03:14 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:54 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Solis to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:43 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:51 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 9, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:24 EDT Yes 9:38:37 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 10, 2005. 9:38:36 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:38:01 P.M. - Mr. Strickland moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:31:37 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:27:38 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 75. 5:27:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:27:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 26). 5:20:50 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 30 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day." 5:20:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:20:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 25). 5:12:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 26 — "Honoring the Tuskegee Airmen for their bravery in fighting for our freedom in World War II, and for their contribution in creating an integrated United States Air Force." 5:11:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:11:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 7 (Roll no. 24). 4:49:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 6 — "Expressing the sense of the Congress that the Department of Defense should continue to exercise its statutory authority to support the activities of the Boy Scouts of America, in particular the periodic national and world Boy Scout Jamborees." 4:48:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:46:32 P.M. - H. Res. 69 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:46:28 P.M. - H. Res. 69 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 4:10:42 P.M. - H. Res. 69 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 69. 4:10:41 P.M. - H. Res. 69 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:10:29 P.M. - H. Res. 69 Mr. Westmoreland moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 69 — "Honoring the life and accomplishments of the late Ossie Davis." 4:09:10 P.M. - H.R. 418 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 418 as unfinished business. 2:18:00 P.M. - At the conclusion of debate on the point of order the Chair put the question on consideration of H. Res. 71 and announced by voice vote that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson-Lee objected to the voice vote and demanded the Yeas and Nays. 1:58:32 P.M. - H.R. 418 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour and 40 minutes of debate on H.R. 418. 1:58:25 P.M. - H.R. 418 The Speaker designated the Honorable John Abney Culberson to act as Chairman of the Committee. 1:58:24 P.M. - H.R. 418 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 71 and Rule XVIII. 1:57:57 P.M. - H.R. 418 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 418 with 1 hour and 40 minutes of general debate. After general debate the Committee of the Whole shall rise without motion. No further consideration of the bill shall be in order except pursuant to a subsequent order of the House. 1:57:52 P.M. - H.R. 418 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 71. H.R. 418 — "To establish and rapidly implement regulations for State driver's license and identification document security standards, to prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum laws of the United States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for inadmissibility and removal, and to ensure expeditious construction of the San Diego border fence." 1:57:15 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting - referred to the Committee on International Relations. 1:57:09 P.M. - H. Res. 71 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:56:59 P.M. - H. Res. 71 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:56:55 P.M. - H. Res. 71 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:50:38 P.M. - H. Res. 71 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 71. 12:50:28 P.M. - H. Res. 71 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 71 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 418) to establish and rapidly implement regulations for State driver's license and identification document security standards, to prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum laws of the United States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for inadmissibility and removal, and to ensure expeditious construction of the San Diego border fence." 12:49:39 P.M. - H. Res. 71 On motion to consider Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 191 (Roll no. 23). 12:00:49 P.M. - DEBATE - The Chair announced that, under section 426(b)(4) of the Budget Act, the proponent and on opponent of the point of order will each be recognized for 10 minutes on the question of consideration. 12:00:48 P.M. - POINT OF ORDER AGAINST CONSIDERATION - Ms. Jackson-Lee made a point of order that the provisions of H. Res. 71 violated section 426(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974. In accordance with section 426(b)(2) of the Act, the Chair announced that the threshold burden to identify the specific language in the resolution on which the point of order was predicated had been met. 11:57:44 A.M. - MOTION TO CONSIDER - Mr. Sessions called up H. Res. 71 and asked for its immediate consideration. 11:54:56 A.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Simmons. Mr. Simmons submitted his resignation from the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The resignation was accepted without objection. 11:54:52 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 11:16:49 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 30. 11:16:46 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:16:18 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Mr. Deal (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 30 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day." 11:16:16 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 10:34:54 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 26. 10:34:52 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:34:35 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 26 Mr. Rogers (AL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 26 — "Honoring the Tuskegee Airmen for their bravery in fighting for our freedom in World War II, and for their contribution in creating an integrated United States Air Force." 10:34:33 A.M. - H. Res. 74 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:33:33 A.M. - H. Res. 74 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:33:10 A.M. - H. Res. 74 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 74 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:33:07 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 10:23:11 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 6. 10:23:10 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:21:53 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 6 Mr. Hefley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 6 — "Expressing the sense of the Congress that the Department of Defense should continue to exercise its statutory authority to support the activities of the Boy Scouts of America, in particular the periodic national and world Boy Scout Jamborees." 10:21:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:21:09 A.M. - H. Res. 73 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:20:55 A.M. - H. Res. 73 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:20:25 A.M. - H. Res. 73 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 73 — "Electing Members and Delegates to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:19:49 A.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Ms. Harris. Ms. Harris submitted her resignation from the Committee on Government Reform. The resignation was accepted without objection. 10:19:49 A.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Pearce. Mr. Pearce submitted his resignation from the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The resignation was accepted without objection. 10:04:34 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:02:29 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pence to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:21 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:41 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. David F. Allen, Pastor, Welcome Baptist Church, Beckley, West Virginia 10:00:32 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 10, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:21 EDT Yes 3:18:56 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on February 14, 2005. 3:18:40 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:18:30 P.M. - Mr. Pallone moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:16:15 P.M. - United States Group of the North Atlantic Assembly - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C 1928a, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the United States Group of the North Atlantic Assembly: Mr. Hefley, Mr. Burton of IN, Mr. Regula, Mr. Gillmor, Mr. Ehlers, Mr. Bilirakis, Mr. Shimkus and Mr. Reynolds. 2:56:36 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:56:22 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Feb. 16. Agreed to without objection. 2:39:09 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, February 14, 2005 it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2005 for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 2:38:09 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, February 10, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, February 14, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 2:38:08 P.M. - H.R. 418 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:38:07 P.M. - H.R. 418 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 261 - 161 (Roll no. 31). 2:29:06 P.M. - H.R. 418 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 195 - 229 (Roll no. 30). 2:05:07 P.M. - H.R. 418 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Reyes motion to recommit with instruction. 2:04:28 P.M. - H.R. 418 Mr. Reyes moved to recommit with instructions to Judiciary. 2:02:44 P.M. - H.R. 418 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 2:02:43 P.M. - H.R. 418 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 418. 2:02:32 P.M. - H.R. 418 On agreeing to the Farr amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 243 (Roll no. 29). 1:52:07 P.M. - H.R. 418 On agreeing to the Nadler amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 236 (Roll no. 28). 1:29:35 P.M. - H.R. 418 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the adoption of specified amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:28:54 P.M. - H.R. 418 POSTPONED ROLL CALL VOTE - At the conclusion of debate on the Farr amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Farr demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 1:04:40 P.M. - H.R. 418 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 75, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Farr amendment. 1:03:56 P.M. - H.R. 418 An amendment, offered by Mr. Farr, numbered 5 printed in House Report 109-4 to strike section 102 of the bill. 1:03:40 P.M. - H.R. 418 POSTPONED ROLL CALL VOTE - At the conclusion of debate on the Nadler amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Nadler demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 12:40:21 P.M. - H.R. 418 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 75, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Nadler amendment. 12:40:07 P.M. - H.R. 418 An amendment, offered by Mr. Nadler, numbered 4 printed in House Report 109-4 to strike section 101 and redesignate the succeeding sections of title I accordingly. 12:39:55 P.M. - H.R. 418 On agreeing to the Kolbe amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:23:49 P.M. - H.R. 418 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 75, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Kolbe amendment. 12:23:20 P.M. - H.R. 418 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kolbe, numbered 3 printed in House Report 109-4. Amendment seeks to require the Department of Homeland Security to study the technology, equipment, and personnel needed to address security within the U.S. and submit a report to Congress including recommendations for improvement. Amendment also seeks to require the Department of Homeland Security to develop and carry out a ground surveillance pilot program to identify and test ground surveillance technologies that will improve border security. The amendment seeks to add the Judiciary committee to the reporting requirements and removes references to the "Select" Committee on Homeland Security. 12:23:06 P.M. - H.R. 418 On agreeing to the Castle amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:10:17 P.M. - H.R. 418 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 75, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Castle amendment. 12:09:06 P.M. - H.R. 418 An amendment, offered by Mr. Castle, numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-4 to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to enter into the appropriate aviation security screening database the appropriate background information of any person convicted of using a false drivers' license for the purpose of boarding an airplane. In addition to the federally mandated punishment for using a false drivers' license, collecting this information would enhance the ability to track and detect potential security threats. 12:08:49 P.M. - H.R. 418 On agreeing to the Sessions amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:49:53 A.M. - H.R. 418 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 75, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Sessions amendment. 11:48:27 A.M. - H.R. 418 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sessions, numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-4 to promote the goal of 100% repatriation of all aliens ordered deported by clarifying obligations under the Department of Homeland Security's existing delivery bond authority. 11:46:39 A.M. - H.R. 418 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:46:28 A.M. - H.R. 418 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 418 — "To establish and rapidly implement regulations for State driver's license and identification document security standards, to prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum laws of the United States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for inadmissibility and removal, and to ensure expeditious construction of the San Diego border fence." 11:45:09 A.M. - UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST - Mr. Nadler asked unanimous consent that during further consideration of H.R. 418, it may be in order to consider amendment number four printed in Part B of 109-4 as modified. Objection was heard. 11:43:29 A.M. - H. Res. 75 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:43:28 A.M. - H. Res. 75 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 198 (Roll no. 27). 11:19:55 A.M. - H. Res. 75 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:17:34 A.M. - H. Res. 75 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 75. 10:15:33 A.M. - H. Res. 75 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 75 — "Providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 418) to establish and rapidly implement regulations for State driver's license and identification document security standards, to prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum laws of the United States, to unify terrorism-related grounds for inadmissibility and removal, and to ensure expeditious construction of the San Diego border fence." 10:02:15 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Speaker, would be limited to five per side of the aisle. 10:01:32 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pallone to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:15 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Vito Fossella to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 14, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:18 EDT Yes 12:03:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on February 15, 2005. 12:02:01 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 5. 12:02:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:11 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mac Thornberry to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 15, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:14 EDT Yes 9:58:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 16, 2005. 9:58:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:58:00 P.M. - Mr. Ryan (OH) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:16:11 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:13:42 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:12:58 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 17. 7:12:56 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 16: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:10:54 P.M. - Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 3003 Note, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: Mr. Smith of NJ, Mr. Wolf, Mr. Pitts, Mr. Aderholt and Mr. Pence. 7:10:07 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 95 and H. Res. 96. 7:09:45 P.M. - H.R. 324 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:09:44 P.M. - H.R. 324 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 420 - 0 (Roll no. 33). 6:52:43 P.M. - H.R. 324 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 324 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 321 Montgomery Road in Altamonte Springs, Florida, as the "Arthur Stacey Mastrapa Post Office Building"." 6:52:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:52:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 0 (Roll no. 32). 6:33:02 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 25 — "Recognizing the contributions of Jibreel Khazan (Ezell Blair, Jr.), David Richmond, Joseph McNeil, and Franklin McCain, the "Greensboro Four", to the civil rights movement." 6:30:32 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:30 P.M. - H.R. 27 Mr. Boehner asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Education and the Workforce have until 5:00 p.m. on Feb. 25 to file a report on H.R. 27. Agreed to without objection. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 15. 3:07:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:07:58 P.M. - H. Res. 80 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:07:53 P.M. - H. Res. 80 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:07:50 P.M. - H. Res. 80 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:04:14 P.M. - H. Res. 80 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 80. 3:04:11 P.M. - H. Res. 80 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:03:47 P.M. - H. Res. 80 Mr. Dent moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 80 — "Recognizing the Virginia Fire Chief's Association on the occasion of its 75th anniversary and commending the Virginia Fire Chief's Association for sponsoring annually the Mid-Atlantic Expo and Symposium." 3:03:43 P.M. - H. Res. 86 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:03:39 P.M. - H. Res. 86 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:47:10 P.M. - H. Res. 86 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 86. 2:47:07 P.M. - H. Res. 86 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:46:49 P.M. - H. Res. 86 Mr. Dent moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 86 — "Congratulating the New England Patriots for winning Super Bowl XXXIX." 2:46:27 P.M. - H.R. 324 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:36:42 P.M. - H.R. 324 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 324. 2:36:40 P.M. - H.R. 324 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:36:18 P.M. - H.R. 324 Mr. Dent moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 324 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 321 Montgomery Road in Altamonte Springs, Florida, as the "Arthur Stacey Mastrapa Post Office Building"." 2:36:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:12:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 25. 2:12:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:12:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 25 Mr. Dent moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 25 — "Recognizing the contributions of Jibreel Khazan (Ezell Blair, Jr.), David Richmond, Joseph McNeil, and Franklin McCain, the "Greensboro Four", to the civil rights movement." 2:11:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:02:58 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:23 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:17 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:52 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:28 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 15. 12:53:28 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:30:11 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. at which time, regular legislative business will begin. 12:30:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Thomas E. Petri to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 16, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:11 EDT Yes 6:43:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 17, 2005. 6:43:25 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:43:00 P.M. - Mr. Pence moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:40:58 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order Speeches without prejudice to the return to legislative business. 4:37:15 P.M. - COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS - Pursuant to section 2 of the Civil Rights Commission Amendments Act of 1994 (42 U.S.C. 1975 Note), the order of the House of January 4, 2005, and upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader, the Speaker appointed Mr. Michael Yaki, San Francisco, California, to the Commission on Civil Rights to fill the remainder of the term expiring on May 3, 2005. 3:15:10 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches without prejudice to the return to legislative business. 3:14:36 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Thursday, February 17, 2005, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 91, as amended, which was ordered on Wednesday, February 16, 2005. 3:14:35 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 17: himself for 5 min and Mr. Goodlatte for 5 min. 3:11:49 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a new Executive Order clarifying certain measures taken to address those national emergencies addressed in Executive Orders 13224 and 12947. - referred to the Committee on International Relations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 109-10). 3:11:25 P.M. - H. Res. 112 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:11:20 P.M. - H. Res. 112 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 3:10:50 P.M. - H. Res. 112 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 112 — "Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 3:10:49 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 66 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:10:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 66 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 3:08:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 66 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 66 — "Providing for the adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 3:08:24 P.M. - H. Res. 91 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed until Feb. 17. 2:28:42 P.M. - H. Res. 91 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 91. 2:28:40 P.M. - H. Res. 91 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:28:30 P.M. - H. Res. 91 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 91 — "Honoring the life and legacy of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri." 2:28:28 P.M. - H.J. Res. 18 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:28:25 P.M. - H.J. Res. 18 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:59:32 P.M. - H.J. Res. 18 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.J. Res. 18. 1:59:30 P.M. - H.J. Res. 18 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:59:16 P.M. - H.J. Res. 18 Mr. Franks (AZ) moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution. H.J. Res. 18 — "Recognizing the historic commitment of the United States to the recovery of and full accounting for Americans who are prisoners of war or in a missing status." 1:58:55 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until February 17. 1:58:45 P.M. - H. Res. 111 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:58:38 P.M. - H. Res. 111 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:58:07 P.M. - H. Res. 111 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 111 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 1:57:20 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Ms. Lofgren, Zoe. Ms. Lofgren, Zoe submitted her resignation from the Committee on Science. The resignation was accepted without objection. 1:57:19 P.M. - H.R. 310 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:57:07 P.M. - H.R. 310 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 389 - 38 (Roll no. 35). 1:29:14 P.M. - H.R. 310 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:28:55 P.M. - H.R. 310 On agreeing to the Upton amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:28:46 P.M. - H.R. 310 The previous question was ordered on the amendment (A001) pursuant to the rule. 1:15:57 P.M. - H.R. 310 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 95 the House proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Upton amendment. 1:15:46 P.M. - H.R. 310 An amendment, offered by Mr. Upton, Amendment printed in House Report 109-6 to clarify that the liability standard for non-licensees (performers, networks) is "willful and intentional"; clarify that for non- licensees to be found liable, the indecent statement must have been made "knowing or having a reason to know" that the statement would be broadcast; change the reference to the "General Accounting Office" to its new name of "Government Accountability Office"; provide that if a violator of the provisions of the Act is an individual, the financial impact of a penalty can be taken into account; require the FCC's annual indecency enforcement report to include data going back to 2000; require the GAO's indecency enforcement report to include data going back to 2000; and to require the FCC to promptly, and regularly thereafter, update its Policy Statement that provides guidance on the Indecency Standard. 12:40:42 P.M. - H.R. 310 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 310. 12:40:19 P.M. - H.R. 310 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 310 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order. 12:40:14 P.M. - H.R. 310 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 95. H.R. 310 — "To increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane material, and for other purposes." 12:39:21 P.M. - H. Res. 95 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:39:13 P.M. - H. Res. 95 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:39:12 P.M. - H. Res. 95 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 198 (Roll no. 34). 12:17:57 P.M. - H. Res. 95 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 95 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 310) to increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane material, and for other purposes." 12:16:40 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of ordering the previous question on H. Res. 95 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 12:16:35 P.M. - H. Res. 96 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:16:28 P.M. - H. Res. 96 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:16:24 P.M. - H. Res. 96 The previous question was ordered without objection. 11:18:32 A.M. - H. Res. 96 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 96. 11:16:21 A.M. - H. Res. 96 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 96 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 5) to amend the procedures that apply to consideration of interstate class actions to assure fairer outcomes for class members and defendants, and for other purposes." 11:15:34 A.M. - H. Res. 95 POSTPONED ROLL CALL VOTE - At the conclusion of debate on the resolution, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 10:21:04 A.M. - H. Res. 95 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 95. 10:19:25 A.M. - H. Res. 95 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 95 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 310) to increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane material, and for other purposes." 10:02:20 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:01:58 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 13. 10:01:43 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. McHenry to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:40 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:55 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend John H. Parker, Pastor, Central Baptist Church, Washington, DC. 10:00:40 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable John Abney Culberson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 17, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:08 EDT Yes 5:15:49 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 66. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on March 1, 2005. 5:15:47 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:15:36 P.M. - Mr. Conaway moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:09:07 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 2:09:06 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting - referred to the Joint Economic Committee and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 109-1). 2:02:02 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:01:01 P.M. - Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 3003 note, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: Mr. Cardin, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. Hastings of FL and Mr. McIntyre. 2:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tom Davis to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through March 1, 2005 2:00:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 67 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:00:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 67 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:55:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 67 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 67 — "Honoring the soldiers of the Army's Black Corps of Engineers for their contributions in constructing the Alaska-Canada highway during World War II and recognizing the importance of these contributions to the subsequent integration of the military." 1:55:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 67 Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 1:54:46 P.M. - Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Mar. 2. Agreed to without objection. 1:54:45 P.M. - Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 21, 2005, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its concurrence in H. Con. Res. 66, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution. Agreed to without objection. 1:54:38 P.M. - H.R. 841 Mr. Ney asked unanimous consent that the Committee on House Administration have until midnight on Feb. 24 to file a report on H.R. 841. Agreed to without objection. 1:54:37 P.M. - H. Res. 91 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 1:54:34 P.M. - H. Res. 91 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:54:33 P.M. - H. Res. 91 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 39). 1:47:09 P.M. - H. Res. 91 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 91 — "Honoring the life and legacy of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri." 1:46:53 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 91, as amended, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:46:33 P.M. - S. 5 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:46:31 P.M. - S. 5 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 279 - 149 (Roll no. 38). 1:37:50 P.M. - S. 5 On motion to commit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 175 - 249 (Roll no. 37). 1:20:33 P.M. - S. 5 The previous question on the motion to commit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:07:56 P.M. - S. 5 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Brown (OH) motion to commit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House forthwith with amendments which provide that the term "class action" does not include any action arising by reason of the use of the drug Vioxx. 1:05:35 P.M. - S. 5 Mr. Brown (OH) moved to commit with instructions to Judiciary. 1:05:07 P.M. - S. 5 On agreeing to the Conyers amendment; Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 178 - 247 (Roll no. 36). 11:53:21 A.M. - S. 5 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 96, the House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the Conyers amendment in the nature of a substitute. 11:53:09 A.M. - S. 5 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Conyers, to clarify that cases brought by state attorneys general are excluded from the provisions of the class action bill and are not forced into federal court; to limit the court's ability to seal or make subject to a protective order, records unless it is necessary to protect trade confidentiality and is consistent with the protection of public health and safety or the disclosure of the information is clearly outweighed by a specific and substantial interest in maintaining the confidentiality of the information; to carve out State civil rights claims in order to make sure that civil rights plaintiffs, especially those seeking immediate injunctive relief, can have their grievances addressed in a timely manner; to carve out State civil rights claims to allow wage and hour class action members to have their grievances addressed in a timely manner; to prohibit domestic corporations that reincorporate abroad in order to avoid U.S. taxes and legal liability from benefitting from the new class action rules. Such corporations will retain the citizenship they had prior to their reincorporation; to remove the mass torts language; and to prohibit a federal judge from denying certification on the basis that more than one state law applies. 10:16:04 A.M. - S. 5 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour and thirty minutes of debate on S. 5. 10:15:53 A.M. - S. 5 Rule provides for consideration of S. 5 with 1 hour and 30 minutes of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions. Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order. 10:15:48 A.M. - S. 5 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 96. S. 5 — "To amend the procedures that apply to consideration of interstate class actions to assure fairer outcomes for class members and defendants, and for other purposes." 10:04:04 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to five per side of the aisle. 10:03:23 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 384. 10:03:22 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. DeFazio to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:36 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:01:12 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Shelley Moore Capito to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 1, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:05 EDT Yes 11:00:42 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 2, 2005. 11:00:41 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:00:29 P.M. - Mr. Meek (FL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:00:38 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:59:53 P.M. - Mr. Cole (OK) filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 125 and H. Res. 126. 7:45:30 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H. Con. Res. 79. 7:13:39 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:12:28 P.M. - Mr. Osborne requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 3. Gohmert for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:12:26 P.M. - Mr. Osborne requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 2: Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, Mr. Fortuno for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Gohmert for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:08:13 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:08:13 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 41). 6:51:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 63 — "Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust." 6:51:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:51:14 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 0 (Roll no. 40). 6:30:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 5 — "Providing for the acceptance of a statue of Sarah Winnemucca, presented by the people of Nevada, for placement in National Statuary Hall, and for other purposes." 6:30:10 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 1. 3:07:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 p.m. today. 3:07:37 P.M. - H. Res. 124 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:07:31 P.M. - H. Res. 124 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:53:48 P.M. - H. Res. 124 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 124. 2:53:45 P.M. - H. Res. 124 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:53:19 P.M. - H. Res. 124 Mr. Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 124 — "Congratulating Jewish communities on their seven year completion of the 11th cycle of the daily study of the Talmud." 2:52:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 45 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:52:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 45 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:38:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 45 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 45. 2:38:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 45 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:38:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 45 Mr. Kuhl (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 45 — "Recognizing the benefits and importance of school-based music education, and for other purposes." 2:38:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 79 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:38:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 79 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:38:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 79 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 79 — "Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to award a Congressional gold medal to Jackie Robinson (posthumously), in recognition of his many contributions to the Nation." 2:38:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 79 Mr. Ney asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 2:34:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:25:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 63. 2:25:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:25:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 63 Mr. Ney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 63 — "Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust." 2:24:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:09:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 5. 2:09:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:09:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 5 Mr. Ney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 5 — "Providing for the acceptance of a statue of Sarah Winnemucca, presented by the people of Nevada, for placement in National Statuary Hall, and for other purposes." 2:09:24 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:02:20 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:48 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that he had received a message from the Senate on February 18, 2005 at 9:15 a.m. The message stated that the Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 66. 2:01:23 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 125 and S. 306. 2:00:52 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Gingrey to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:00:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:30 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 2, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:37:01 EDT Yes 10:38:35 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 3, 2005. 10:38:24 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:38:08 P.M. - Mr. Kolbe moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:57:49 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:57:32 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 5 and H. Con. Res. 63. 7:43:08 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:41:28 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a report relating to official immunity in the interdiction of aircraft engaged in illicit drug trafficking (Public Law 107-108, 22 U.S.C. 2291-4) - referred to the Committee on International Relations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 109-13). 7:39:28 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency blocking the property of persons undermining democratic processes or institutions in Zimbabwe is to continue in effect beyond March 6, 2005. - referred to the Committee on International Relations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 109-12). 7:38:57 P.M. - H.R. 27 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:38:55 P.M. - H.R. 27 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 224 - 200 (Roll no. 48). 7:29:42 P.M. - H.R. 27 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 197 - 228 (Roll no. 47). 7:12:29 P.M. - H.R. 27 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 7:06:42 P.M. - H.R. 27 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Kildee motion to recommit with instructions. 7:06:29 P.M. - H.R. 27 Mr. Kildee moved to recommit with instructions to Education and the Workforce. 7:06:18 P.M. - H.R. 27 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 7:06:04 P.M. - H.R. 27 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 27. 6:59:49 P.M. - H.R. 27 On agreeing to the Scott (VA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 239 (Roll no. 46). 6:50:36 P.M. - H.R. 27 On agreeing to the Velazquez amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 202 - 221 (Roll no. 45). 6:42:06 P.M. - H.R. 27 On agreeing to the Kildee amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 200 - 222 (Roll no. 44). 6:17:12 P.M. - H.R. 27 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier in the legislative day and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:16:49 P.M. - H.R. 27 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Scott (VA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Scott (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:18:31 P.M. - H.R. 27 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 126, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 60 minutes of debate on the Scott (VA) amendment. 5:17:34 P.M. - H.R. 27 An amendment, offered by Mr. Scott (VA), numbered three printed in House Report 109-11 to strike the provision that protects the hiring rights of faith based organizations when they participate in WIA programs. 5:16:25 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Velazquez amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Velazquez demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:10:24 P.M. - H.R. 27 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 126, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Velazquez amendment. 5:10:11 P.M. - H.R. 27 An amendment, offered by Ms. Velazquez, numbered two printed in House Report 109-11 to allow unemployed workers to use their Personal Reemployment Account funds to cover the borrower guarantee costs of 7(a) loans. 5:09:47 P.M. - H.R. 27 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kildee amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Tierney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:58:13 P.M. - H.R. 27 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 126, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Kildee amendment. 4:57:23 P.M. - H.R. 27 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kildee, numbered one printed in House Report 109-11 to strike all provisions related to youth. 3:55:38 P.M. - H.R. 27 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 27. 3:55:23 P.M. - H.R. 27 The Speaker designated the Honorable Lee Terry to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:55:22 P.M. - H.R. 27 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 126 and Rule XVIII. 3:54:50 P.M. - H.R. 27 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 27 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. 3:54:45 P.M. - H.R. 27 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 126. H.R. 27 — "To enhance the workforce investment system of the Nation by strengthening one-stop career centers, providing for more effective governance arrangements, promoting access to a more comprehensive array of employment, training, and related services, establishing a targeted approach to serving youth, and improving performance accountability, and for other purposes." 3:54:43 P.M. - H.R. 912 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:54:43 P.M. - H.R. 912 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 43). 3:44:35 P.M. - H.R. 912 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 912 — "To ensure the protection of beneficiaries of United States humanitarian assistance." 3:41:44 P.M. - H. Res. 126 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:41:42 P.M. - H. Res. 126 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 191 (Roll no. 42). 3:15:55 P.M. - H. Res. 126 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 126 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 27) to enhance the workforce investment system of the Nation by strengthening one-stop career centers, providing for more effective governance arrangements, promoting access to a more comprehensive array of employment, training, and related services, establishing a targeted approach to serving youth, and improving performance accountability, and for other purposes." 3:15:37 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of H. Res. 126 and on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 912 both of which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:15:33 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 2. 2:56:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 3:15 P.M. today. 2:56:06 P.M. - H. Res. 126 POSTPONED ROLL CALL VOTE - At conclusion of debate on H. Res. 126 the Chair put the question of agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (FL) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 2:55:47 P.M. - H. Res. 126 The previous question was ordered without objection. 2:05:56 P.M. - H. Res. 126 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 126. 2:05:42 P.M. - H. Res. 126 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 126 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 27) to enhance the workforce investment system of the Nation by strengthening one-stop career centers, providing for more effective governance arrangements, promoting access to a more comprehensive array of employment, training, and related services, establishing a targeted approach to serving youth, and improving performance accountability, and for other purposes." 2:05:38 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 2. 10:55:20 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:54:37 A.M. - H.R. 912 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 10:21:40 A.M. - H.R. 912 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 912. 10:21:38 A.M. - H.R. 912 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:21:15 A.M. - H.R. 912 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 912 — "To ensure the protection of beneficiaries of United States humanitarian assistance." 10:21:13 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 13 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:21:07 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 13 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:14:30 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 13 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 13. 10:14:24 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 13 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:13:58 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 13 Mr. Akin moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. S. Con. Res. 13 — "Congratulating ASME on their 125th anniversary, celebrating the achievements of ASME members, and expressing the gratitude of the American people for ASME's contributions." 10:11:23 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later today. 10:02:38 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:01:43 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cuellar to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:38 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:42 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. James T. Akers, National Chaplain, The American Legion. 10:00:10 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ray LaHood to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 3, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:58 EDT Yes 3:45:19 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on March 7, 2005. 3:45:18 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:45:02 P.M. - Mr. Reichert moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:44:11 P.M. - House of Representatives Page Board - the Chair appointed the following members of the House to the House of Representatives Page Board: Mr. Shimkus and Mrs. Capito. 2:47:10 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:47:09 P.M. - Joint Economic Committee - Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1024 (a), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Joint Economic Committee: Mr. Ryan of WI, Mr. English of PA, Mr. Paul, Mr. Brady of TX, Mr. McCotter, Mrs. Maloney, Mr. Hinchey, Ms. Sanchez Loretta of CA and Mr. Cummings. 2:47:08 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Mar. 9. Agreed to without objection. 2:46:49 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, March 7, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2005, for Morning-Hour Debates. Agreed to without objection. 2:44:57 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 2, 2005, it adjourn to meet at noon on Monday, March 7, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 2:40:59 P.M. - H.R. 841 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:39:59 P.M. - H.R. 841 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:39:46 P.M. - H.R. 841 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 329 - 68 (Roll no. 52). 2:10:45 P.M. - H.R. 841 PROCEEDINGS VACATED - By unanimous consent, the proceedings by which the motion to reconsider was laid on the table were vacated and the Chair restated the question on adoption of the bill. Subsequently, Ms. Millender-McDonald demanded a recorded vote on the question of passage of the bill. 2:02:35 P.M. - H.R. 841 Motion to reconsider laid on the table without objection. 2:01:35 P.M. - H.R. 841 On passage. Passed by voice vote. 2:01:34 P.M. - H.R. 841 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 196 - 223 (Roll no. 51). 1:43:22 P.M. - H.R. 841 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:31:32 P.M. - H.R. 841 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Conyers motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment which adds a new paragraph with provisions for minimum required voting systems and poll workers in polling places used in special elections. 1:31:07 P.M. - H.R. 841 Mr. Conyers moved to recommit with instructions to House Administration. 1:30:25 P.M. - H.R. 841 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 1:30:09 P.M. - H.R. 841 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:29:58 P.M. - H.R. 841 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 841. 1:29:51 P.M. - H.R. 841 Motion to strike the enacting clause withdrawn. 1:23:46 P.M. - H.R. 841 Floor summary: DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the motion to strike the enacting clause. 1:23:37 P.M. - H.R. 841 Mr. Baird moved to strike the enacting clause. 1:21:53 P.M. - H.R. 841 On agreeing to the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 239 (Roll no. 50). 1:10:45 P.M. - H.R. 841 On agreeing to the Millender-McDonald amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 192 - 229 (Roll no. 49). 12:46:26 P.M. - H.R. 841 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 12:45:29 P.M. - H.R. 841 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson-Lee (TX) demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment were postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:37:19 P.M. - H.R. 841 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 125, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment. 12:36:21 P.M. - H.R. 841 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson-Lee (TX), numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-10. 12:35:51 P.M. - H.R. 841 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Millender-McDonald amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Millender-McDonald demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment were postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:12:59 P.M. - H.R. 841 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 125, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 15 minutes of debate on the Millender-McDonald amendment. 12:11:26 P.M. - H.R. 841 An amendment, offered by Ms. Millender-McDonald, made in order by H. Res. 125 and in lieu of the amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-10. The amendment inserts text providing that expedited special elections shall take place not later than 60 days after the Speaker of the House of Representatives announces that such vacancies exist. 12:10:37 P.M. - H.R. 841 On agreeing to the Ney amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:02:56 P.M. - H.R. 841 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 125, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ney amendment. 12:01:25 P.M. - H.R. 841 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ney, made in order by H. Res. 125 to extend the time-frame for holding expedited special elections from 45 days to 49 days. 11:16:41 A.M. - H.R. 841 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with 60 minutes of general debate on H.R. 841. 11:16:31 A.M. - H.R. 841 The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Chairman of the Committee. 11:16:30 A.M. - H.R. 841 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 125 and Rule XVIII. 11:14:59 A.M. - H.R. 841 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 841 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. 11:14:54 A.M. - H.R. 841 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 125. H.R. 841 — "To require States to hold special elections to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives not later than 45 days after the vacancy is announced by the Speaker of the House of Representatives in extraordinary circumstances, and for other purposes." 11:13:55 A.M. - H. Res. 125 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:13:49 A.M. - H. Res. 125 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:13:35 A.M. - H. Res. 125 On agreeing to the Cole (OK) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:13:29 A.M. - H. Res. 125 The previous question was ordered on the amendment (A001) and on the bill without objection. 11:13:21 A.M. - H. Res. 125 Amendment offered by Mr. Cole (OK). 10:30:42 A.M. - H. Res. 125 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 125. 10:26:07 A.M. - H. Res. 125 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 125 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 841) to require States to hold special elections to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives not later than 45 days after the vacancy is announced by the Speaker of the House of Representatives in extraordinary circumstances, and for other purposes." 10:02:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which, by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle. 10:01:44 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Price of GA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:40 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:36 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:13 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 7, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:54 EDT Yes 12:02:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on March 8, 2005. 12:02:18 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S.J. Res. 4. 12:02:03 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. 12:01:31 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:12 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:00 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Randy Neugebauer to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 8, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:51 EDT Yes 10:03:42 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 9, 2005. 10:03:11 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:03:04 P.M. - Mr. Larson (CT) moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:31:35 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 9:31:12 P.M. - Mrs. Capito filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 140. 7:41:12 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:39:01 P.M. - Mr. Davis of KY requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 10: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, and Mr. Conaway for 5 min. 7:38:59 P.M. - Mr. Davis of KY requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 9: Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Dreier for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, Mr. Burgess for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:30:47 P.M. - H. Res. 139 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:30:43 P.M. - H. Res. 139 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:30:32 P.M. - H. Res. 139 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 139 — "Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 7:30:18 P.M. - H. Res. 122 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:30:17 P.M. - H. Res. 122 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 0 (Roll no. 55). 7:13:14 P.M. - H. Res. 122 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 122 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the study of languages and supporting the designation of a Year of Languages." 7:13:07 P.M. - H. Res. 133 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:13:00 P.M. - H. Res. 133 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 0 (Roll no. 54). 7:01:10 P.M. - H. Res. 133 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 133 — "Providing amounts from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives for continuing expenses of standing and select committees of the House from April 1, 2005, through April 30, 2005." 7:01:05 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 378 - 29 (Roll no. 53). 6:30:40 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules and the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:01 P.M. - Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Transportation have until midnight on March 8 to file a supplemental report on H.R. 3. Agreed to without objection. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 8. 2:45:32 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 P.M. today. 2:44:45 P.M. - Canada-United States Interparliamentary Group - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 276d, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Canada-United States Interparliamentary Group: Mr. Manzullo and Mr. McCotter. 2:43:59 P.M. - H. Res. 122 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:20:24 P.M. - H. Res. 122 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 122. 2:20:22 P.M. - H. Res. 122 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:20:12 P.M. - H. Res. 122 Mr. Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 122 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the study of languages and supporting the designation of a Year of Languages." 2:18:55 P.M. - H. Res. 133 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:12:05 P.M. - H. Res. 133 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 133. 2:11:49 P.M. - H. Res. 133 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:40 P.M. - H. Res. 133 Mr. Ney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 133 — "Providing amounts from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives for continuing expenses of standing and select committees of the House from April 1, 2005, through April 30, 2005." 2:11:16 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:03:08 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:39 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:10 P.M. - POSTPONED APPROVAL OF JOURNAL - The Speaker announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Price of Georgia demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Speaker announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Price of Georgia objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and pursuant to the rule, the Speaker postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. The point of order was withdrawn. 2:00:04 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. E. Terri LaVelle, Program Director, The Faith & Politics Institute, Washington, DC. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 8. 1:08:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:28 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. at which time regular legislative business will begin. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 9, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:47 EDT Yes 9:29:56 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 10, 2005. 9:29:45 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:29:16 P.M. - Mrs. Capito moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:28:42 P.M. - Mrs. Capito filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 144. 9:28:01 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 9. 7:45:15 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 5:02:28 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:02:08 P.M. - Mr. Nunes requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 10: Mr. Smith of NJ for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 4:55:12 P.M. - H.R. 3 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3 as unfinished business. 4:54:50 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Graves amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 218 - 201 (Roll no. 60). 4:46:17 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Kennedy (MN) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 155 - 265 (Roll no. 59). 4:36:10 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Osborne amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 184 (Roll no. 58). 4:10:27 P.M. - H.R. 3 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:10:11 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Graves amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Oberstar demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:47:19 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Graves amendment. 3:46:52 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Graves, numbered ten printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to eliminate liability under state law for an owner of a motor vehicle or their affiliate who is engaged in the business of renting and leasing motor vehicles provided there is no negligence or criminal wrongdoing on the part of the motor vehicle owner or affiliate. The owner or affiliate must maintain the required state limits of financial responsibility for each vehicle in accordance to the states where the vehicle is registered. 3:45:57 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kennedy (MN) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Kennedy (MN) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:23:31 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Kennedy (MN) amendment. 3:23:13 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kennedy (MN), numbered eight printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to streamline tolling authority to charge tolls on new lanes, and it dedicates those revenues to the user fee purpose. Additionally the amendment restricts the authority to convert existing non-toll Interstate highway lanes onto tolled roads and then indefinitely toll those roads. 3:22:55 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Cox amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:11:35 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cox amendment. 3:11:14 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cox, numbered seven printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to clarify that states are not pre-empted under federal law from requiring one or both of the following from tow-truck operators when they are removing a vehicle from private property without the consent of the vehicle owner or operator: First, a state can require that the tow-truck operator have written permission from the owner (or his lessee, or the employee or agent thereof) of the private property authorizing the non-consensual tow; and second, a state can require the owner (or his lessee, or the employee or agent thereof) of the private property be present at the time the vehicle is towed from the private property. 3:10:33 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Osborne amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Osborne demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:01:04 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Osborne amendment. 3:00:21 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Osborne, numbered six printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to exempt the State of Nebraska from the ISTEA 1991 truck length freeze, subject to change in states statute, to allow the operation of commercial vehicle combinations not exceeding 81 feet, 6 inches for custom harvesters operating in the State of Nebraska. 2:50:18 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Kuhl (NY) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:49:12 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kuhl amendment. 2:48:18 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kuhl (NY), numbered five printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to name a portion of Interstate 86 in upstate New York, in the vicinity of the City of Corning, the "Amo Houghton Bypass", after Former Congressman Amo Houghton who retired from Congress in 2004 after serving 18 years. 2:48:17 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Moran (KS) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 257 - 167 (Roll no. 57). 2:38:20 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Conaway amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 198 - 226 (Roll no. 56). 2:11:38 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:10:39 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Moran (KS) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Oberstar demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:02:54 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Moran (KS) amendment. 2:02:29 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Moran (KS), numbered four printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to amend the exemption for maximum driving and on duty time for drivers of motor carriers transporting agricultural commodities or farm supplies at the time of planting for harvest for a 100 air mile radius to the distribution point of the commodities by including in the definition of "agricultural commodities", livestock, food, feed, and fiber, and other farm products. Amendment also extends to the agricultural hours of service exemption the same protection that currently applies to well drilling rigs. 2:01:55 P.M. - H.R. 3 By unanimous consent, the Kuhl (NY) amendment was withdrawn. 1:58:45 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kuhl amendment. 1:57:55 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kuhl (NY), Am amendment numbered three printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to amend the exemption for maximum driving and on duty time for drivers of motor carriers transporting agricultural commodities or farm supplies at the time of planting or harvest for a 100 air mile radius to the distribution point of the source of the commodities, by increasing the air mile radius to 150. 1:57:03 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Conaway amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that thenoes had prevailed. Mr. Conaway demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:47:53 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Conaway amendment. 1:47:13 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Conaway, numbered 2 printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to exempt commercial motor vehicle operators working field operations for the natural gas and oil industry from the hours of service rules issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. 1:46:51 P.M. - H.R. 3 By unanimous consent, the Boozman amendment was withdrawn. 1:42:09 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 140, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Boozman amendment. 1:41:31 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Boozman, numbered one printed in Part B of House Report 109-14 to allow operators of a property carry motor vehicle to take up to 2hours of off-duty times, as defined by FMSCA, during their 14 hours on-duty, so as not to exceed 16 hours. 11:27:54 A.M. - H.R. 3 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with two hours and twenty minutes of general debate on H.R. 3. 11:27:34 A.M. - H.R. 3 The Speaker designated the Honorable Vito Fossella to act as Chairman of the Committee. 11:27:33 A.M. - H.R. 3 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 140 and Rule XVIII. 11:27:25 A.M. - H.R. 3 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3 with 2 hours and 20 minutes of general debate. All points of order against the consideration of the bill are waived. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure now printed in the bill, modified by the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted in the House and in the Committee of the Whole. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as the original bill for the purpose of further amendment under the five-minute rule. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. After disposition of the amendments in part B, the Committee shall rise without motion. No further consideration of the bill shall be in order except pursuant to a subsequent order of the House. 11:27:20 A.M. - H.R. 3 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 140. H.R. 3 — "To authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes." 11:26:38 A.M. - H. Res. 140 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:26:31 A.M. - H. Res. 140 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:26:28 A.M. - H. Res. 140 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:55:23 A.M. - H. Res. 140 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 140. 10:55:06 A.M. - H. Res. 140 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 140 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes." 10:54:28 A.M. - H. Res. 119 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:54:26 A.M. - H. Res. 119 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:38:48 A.M. - H. Res. 119 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 119. 10:38:45 A.M. - H. Res. 119 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:38:30 A.M. - H. Res. 119 Mr. Kline moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 119 — "Recognizing the contributions of the United States Marine Corps and other units of the United States Armed Forces on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II." 10:38:29 A.M. - H. Res. 41 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:38:23 A.M. - H. Res. 41 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:20:27 A.M. - H. Res. 41 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 41. 10:20:25 A.M. - H. Res. 41 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:20:08 A.M. - H. Res. 41 Mr. Duncan moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 41 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a day should be established as "National Tartan Day" to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions made by Scottish-Americans to the United States." 10:19:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:05:22 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:02:58 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Ford to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:52 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:54 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Mary E. Moore, Pastor, New Salem Baptist Church Memphis, Tennessee 10:00:33 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 10, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:43 EDT Yes 6:48:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on March 14, 2005. 6:48:08 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:48:01 P.M. - Mr. Dreier moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:47:01 P.M. - Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution - the Chair appointed the following members of the House to the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution: Mr. Regula, Mr. Johnson Sam of TX and Mr. Becerra. 4:31:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 4:30:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting his notice that the Iran emergency declared on March 15, 1995, is to continue in effect beyond March 15, 2005. - referred to the Committee on International Relations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 109-15). 3:12:11 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:10:40 P.M. - Mr. Duncan requested that Mr. Cunningham be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 15. 3:10:38 P.M. - Mr. Duncan requested that Mr. Jones of NC be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 14. 3:07:10 P.M. - Mrs. Biggert asked unanimous consent that the Committee on The Budget have until 4:00 p.m. on March 12 to file a report on a concurrent resolution on the budget. Agreed to without objection. 3:06:29 P.M. - The Speaker announced that under clause 5(d) of Rule 20, the Chair to the House that, in light of the administration of the oath to the gentlewoman from California, Ms. Matsui, the whole number of the House is adjusted to 435. 3:06:12 P.M. - BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY - Pursuant to 20 U.S.C., and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed Mr. Lahood of Illinois to the Board of Trustees of Gallaudet University. 3:03:23 P.M. - H. Res. 99 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:03:19 P.M. - H. Res. 99 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 3:02:20 P.M. - H. Res. 99 On agreeing to the McCotter amendment; Agreed to without objection. 3:02:15 P.M. - H. Res. 99 An amendment, offered by Mr. McCotter, to the preamble of the resolution. 3:02:10 P.M. - H. Res. 99 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 99 — "Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives to the families of the victims of the terrorist attacks in Madrid that occurred one year ago, on March 11, 2004, and expressing deepest sympathy to the individuals injured in those attacks and to the people of the Kingdom of Spain." 3:02:00 P.M. - H. Res. 99 Mr. McCotter asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 3:00:17 P.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Mar. 16. Agreed to without objection. 2:59:38 P.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, March 14, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2005, for Morning Hour Debate as though after May 16, 2005, thereafter to resume its session at 10:00 a.m. Agreed to without objection. 2:59:37 P.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 10, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2005 for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 2:52:40 P.M. - CLERK TO CORRECT - Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent that in the engrossment of the bill, H.R. 3, the Clerk be authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make such other necessary technical and conforming changes as may be necessary to reflect the actions of the House. Agreed to without objection. 2:47:52 P.M. - H.R. 3 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:47:49 P.M. - H.R. 3 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 417 - 9 (Roll no. 65). 2:38:40 P.M. - H.R. 3 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 190 - 235 (Roll no. 64). 2:20:10 P.M. - H.R. 3 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:11:52 P.M. - H.R. 3 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Higgins motion to recommit with instructions. 2:10:49 P.M. - H.R. 3 Mr. Higgins moved to recommit with instructions to Transportation and Ways and Means. 2:10:15 P.M. - H.R. 3 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 2:09:37 P.M. - H.R. 3 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:08:49 P.M. - H.R. 3 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3. 2:08:41 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Pitts amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 197 (Roll no. 63). 1:59:41 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Davis, Tom amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 224 - 201 (Roll no. 62). 1:33:47 P.M. - H.R. 3 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:22:30 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House and H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of final debate. 1:21:40 P.M. - H.R. 3 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:21:31 P.M. - H.R. 3 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3 — "To authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes." 1:20:30 P.M. - ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent that amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-15 be modified with the language placed at the desk. Agreed to without objection. Mr. Young (AK) asked unanimous consent to proceed with the period of final debate prior to the disposition of all amendments. Agreed to without objection. 1:20:21 P.M. - H.R. 3 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3 as unfinished business. 1:20:10 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Barton (TX) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:18:58 P.M. - H.R. 3 VACATING PROCEEDINGS - Mr. Oberstar asked unanimous consent that the proceedings by which the question was put on the Barton amendment be vacated and the Chair announced that the amendment was adopted pursuant to the previous voice vote. 1:18:42 P.M. - H.R. 3 By unanimous consent, the Flake amendment was withdrawn. 1:08:23 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment. 1:07:34 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 12 printed in House Report 109-15 to subtract the amount that states receive in earmarks from their formula totals in the Surface Transportation Program. Apportions to states, via formula, any remaining funding that would have otherwise gone toward earmarks. 1:07:18 P.M. - H.R. 3 By unanimous consent, the Shadegg amendment was withdrawn. 12:59:49 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Shadegg amendment. 12:59:25 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Shadegg, numbered 11 printed in House Report 109-15 to revise the formula by which funds are allocated under the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program to include areas in non- attainment or maintenance for fine and coarse particulate matter (PM-2.5 and PM-10). The amendment ensures that funds will be available to assist areas which are not in attainment for particulate matter air quality. 12:58:44 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Barton amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Oberstar demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day 12:46:32 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Barton amendment. 12:45:32 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Barton (TX), numbered 10 printed in House Report 109-15 to provide that assessments of risks to human health or the environment, pursuant to research or studies under the surface transportation environment and planning and cooperative research program, and subsequent use of such studies, follow sound and objective scientific practices and describe the weight of the scientific evidence. 12:45:11 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Honda amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 12:42:13 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Honda amendment. 12:41:38 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Honda, numbered 9 printed in House Report 109-15 to provide that basic grant funds authorized under the Alcohol-Impaired Driving Countermeasures section can be used for Driving While Intoxicated Courts that seek to change the behavior of alcohol or drug dependent offenders arrested while driving while impaired. 12:40:26 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pitts amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Petri demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:32:08 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pitts amendment. 12:31:31 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pitts, numbered 8 printed in House Report 109-15 to provide small transit systems with additional time to find alternative solutions to address the financial crisis they face when losing flexibility in the use of Section 5307, federal transit funds. 12:31:13 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Rogers (MI) amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 12:28:11 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rogers (MI) amendment. 12:27:58 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rogers (MI), numbered 7 printed in House Report 109-15 to prohibit the sale or use of a traffic signal preemption transmitter (device that changes or alters a traffic signal's phase time or sequence) by a non-government approved user. Violators would be subject to a fine of up to $10,000 or one year imprisonment. 12:26:42 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Pascrell amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:19:20 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pascrell amendment. 12:18:56 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pascrell, numbered 6 printed in House Report 109-15 to allow states to enact anti-corruption laws curbing the practice of `pay-to-play' contracting without losing their federal-aid highway dollars. 12:18:41 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Burgess amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:17:12 P.M. - H.R. 3 VACATING PROCEEDINGS - Mr. Oberstar asked unanimous consent that the proceedings by which the question was put on the Burgess amendment be vacated and that the question be put again. Agreed to without objection. 12:16:20 P.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Issa amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:15:04 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Issa amendment. 12:14:41 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Issa, numbered 5 printed in House Report 109-15 to express the Sense of Congress that the Department of Transportation and the States should provide additional incentives to encourage the purchase and use of hybrid and other fuel efficient vehicles. 12:14:16 P.M. - H.R. 3 By unanimous consent, the Burgess amendment was withdrawn. 12:11:44 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Burgess amendment. 12:11:26 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Burgess, numbered 4 printed in House Report 109-15 to remove federal restrictions on state procurement procedures for Design Building (D/B) contracts; authorize the acceptance of multiple, unsolicited proposals when permitted by state and local law; permit a single consultant to do environmental work, as well as design and construction work in a single contract, subject to State review and review by the Secretary of Transportation; authorize a State to award a DIB contract prior to a final NEPA judgment; (a project's approval would be contingent on a NEPA compliance decision by the Secretary); reopen the rule making process to correct inequities to States and so they are not precluded from: allowing proposers to include alternative technical concepts in base proposals; issuing a proposal request or a notice to proceed with design work prior to EPA compliance; proceeding with the award of a DIB contract. 12:11:08 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Burgess amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Burgess demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:01:52 P.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Burgess amendment. 12:01:31 P.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Burgess, numbered 3 printed in House Report 109-15 to change the current calculation to a pro rata calculation, reflecting a state's level of investment in a toll facility. Currently it is a zero sum situation. 12:00:54 P.M. - H.R. 3 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Tom Davis (VA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Oberstar demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:49:41 A.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tom Davis (VA) amendment. 11:48:55 A.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Davis, Tom, numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-15 to remove the requirement that toll rates on high occupancy toll lanes be differentiated for low income drivers. 11:43:07 A.M. - H.R. 3 On agreeing to the Young (AK) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:42:23 A.M. - H.R. 3 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 144, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Young (AK) amendment. 11:41:53 A.M. - H.R. 3 An amendment, offered by Mr. Young (AK), numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-15 to make adjustments to the programmatic funding levels listed in Sec. 1101; to make adjustments to increase the scope over what it was in H.R. 3 as reported out of Committee and several other technical changes. 11:40:58 A.M. - H.R. 3 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:40:41 A.M. - H.R. 3 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3 — "To authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes." 11:40:20 A.M. - H. Res. 144 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:40:14 A.M. - H. Res. 144 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:40:10 A.M. - H. Res. 144 The previous question was ordered without objection. 11:07:40 A.M. - H. Res. 144 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 144. 11:05:19 A.M. - H. Res. 144 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 144 — "Providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes." 10:43:42 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:42:29 A.M. - Mr. Lewis (CA) asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Appropriations have until midnight on March 11 to file a report on a bill making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 10:30:44 A.M. - After being sworn in, Representative Matsui was recognized to address the House. 10:28:43 A.M. - Representative Stark, Dean of the California delegation, addressed the House. 10:28:08 A.M. - The Speaker of the House administered the Oath of Office to Representative-Elect Doris Matsui of California. 10:27:17 A.M. - Representative-Elect Doris Matsui, from the state of California, presented herself in the Well of the House to take the Oath of Office. 10:25:18 A.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk transmitted to the House a fascimile copy of a letter received from the Honorable Cathy Mitchell, Acting Secretary of State, State of California, indicating that, according to the semi-final official returns of the Special Election held March 8, 2005, the Honorable Doris Matsui was elected Representative in Congress for the 5th District, State of California. 10:24:55 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 365 - 39, 1 Present (Roll no. 61). 10:03:08 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Speaker announced that the unfinished business was the question of the Speaker's approval of the Journal. The Speaker put the question on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McNulty objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present and the Speaker announced that the yeas and nays were ordered. 10:03:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Foley to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:29 A.M. - APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Speaker announced he had examined and approved the Journal of the last day's proceedings. Mr. McNulty demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Speaker announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McNulty objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present and the Speaker postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 10:00:30 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 14, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:39 EDT Yes 8:50:43 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 15, 2005. 8:50:42 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:50:27 P.M. - Mr. Gilchrest moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:30:00 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 256. 8:20:00 P.M. - Mr. Cole (OK) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 151. 7:22:55 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:22:21 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested general leave to address the House for 5 minutes on March 17. 7:22:19 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested general leave to address the House for 5 minutes on March 16. 7:22:17 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested general leave to address the House for 5 minutes on March 15. 7:19:38 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:19:16 P.M. - S. 384 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:19:15 P.M. - S. 384 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 391 - 0 (Roll no. 68). 7:03:08 P.M. - S. 384 Considered as unfinished business. S. 384 — "To extend the existence of the Nazi War Crimes and Japanese Imperial Government Records Interagency Working Group for 2 years." 7:02:49 P.M. - H. Res. 101 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:48 P.M. - H. Res. 101 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 3, 5 Present (Roll no. 67). 6:54:11 P.M. - H. Res. 101 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 101 — "Urging the European Union to add Hezbollah to the European Union's wide-ranging list of terrorist organizations." 6:53:52 P.M. - H. Res. 135 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:51 P.M. - H. Res. 135 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 386 - 2 (Roll no. 66). 6:31:23 P.M. - H. Res. 135 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 135 — "Providing for the establishment of a commission in the House of Representatives to assist parliaments in emerging democracies." 6:30:48 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:31 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 14. 4:42:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:41:59 P.M. - Mr. Shays asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Government Reform have until midnight on March 31 to file a report. Agreed to without objection. 4:41:42 P.M. - S. 384 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:25:46 P.M. - S. 384 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 384. 4:25:43 P.M. - S. 384 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:25:22 P.M. - S. 384 Mr. Shays moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 384 — "To extend the existence of the Nazi War Crimes and Japanese Imperial Government Records Interagency Working Group for 2 years." 4:25:18 P.M. - H. Res. 101 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:02:25 P.M. - H. Res. 101 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 101. 4:02:23 P.M. - H. Res. 101 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:02:09 P.M. - H. Res. 101 Mr. Barrett (SC) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 101 — "Urging the European Union to add Hezbollah to the European Union's wide-ranging list of terrorist organizations." 4:01:36 P.M. - H. Res. 135 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:37:39 P.M. - H. Res. 135 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 135. 3:37:37 P.M. - H. Res. 135 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:37:16 P.M. - H. Res. 135 Mr. Barrett (SC) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 135 — "Providing for the establishment of a commission in the House of Representatives to assist parliaments in emerging democracies." 3:37:12 P.M. - H.R. 1134 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:37:09 P.M. - H.R. 1134 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:07:26 P.M. - H.R. 1134 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1134. 3:07:24 P.M. - H.R. 1134 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:07:08 P.M. - H.R. 1134 Mr. Foley moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1134 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the proper tax treatment of certain disaster mitigation payments." 3:06:57 P.M. - H.R. 1160 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:06:55 P.M. - H.R. 1160 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:56:13 P.M. - H.R. 1160 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1160. 2:56:09 P.M. - H.R. 1160 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:55:51 P.M. - H.R. 1160 Mr. Herger moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1160 — "To reauthorize the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families block grant program through June 30, 2005, and for other purposes." 2:55:23 P.M. - H.R. 486 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:55:15 P.M. - H.R. 486 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:50:42 P.M. - H.R. 486 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 486. 2:50:40 P.M. - H.R. 486 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:50:24 P.M. - H.R. 486 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 486 — "To provide for a land exchange involving private land and Bureau of Land Management land in the vicinity of Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, for the purpose of removing private land from the required safety zone surrounding munitions storage bunkers at Holloman Air Force Base." 2:49:57 P.M. - H.R. 694 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:49:55 P.M. - H.R. 694 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:43:00 P.M. - H.R. 694 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 694. 2:42:58 P.M. - H.R. 694 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:42:43 P.M. - H.R. 694 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 694 — "To enhance the preservation and interpretation of the Gullah/Geechee cultural heritage, and for other purposes." 2:42:16 P.M. - H.R. 412 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:42:13 P.M. - H.R. 412 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:35:25 P.M. - H.R. 412 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 412. 2:35:21 P.M. - H.R. 412 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:58 P.M. - H.R. 412 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 412 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine the suitability and feasibility of establishing the Western Reserve Heritage Area." 2:34:33 P.M. - H.R. 62 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:34:30 P.M. - H.R. 62 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:11 P.M. - H.R. 62 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 62. 2:28:07 P.M. - H.R. 62 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:27:49 P.M. - H.R. 62 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 62 — "To create the Office of Chief Financial Officer of the Government of the Virgin Islands, and for other purposes." 2:27:21 P.M. - H.R. 816 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:27:19 P.M. - H.R. 816 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:25:13 P.M. - H.R. 816 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 816. 2:25:10 P.M. - H.R. 816 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:24:48 P.M. - H.R. 816 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 816 — "To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to sell certain parcels of National Forest System land in Carson City and Douglas County, Nevada." 2:24:44 P.M. - H.R. 680 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:24:42 P.M. - H.R. 680 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:19:35 P.M. - H.R. 680 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 680. 2:19:29 P.M. - H.R. 680 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:19:09 P.M. - H.R. 680 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 680 — "To direct the Secretary of Interior to convey certain land held in trust for the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah to the City of Richfield, Utah, and for other purposes." 2:18:59 P.M. - H.R. 584 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:18:56 P.M. - H.R. 584 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:16:33 P.M. - H.R. 584 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 584. 2:16:31 P.M. - H.R. 584 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:15:56 P.M. - H.R. 584 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 584 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to recruit volunteers to assist with, or facilitate, the activities of various agencies and offices of the Department of the Interior." 2:15:51 P.M. - H.R. 186 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:15:48 P.M. - H.R. 186 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:13:49 P.M. - H.R. 186 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 186. 2:13:33 P.M. - H.R. 186 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:12:58 P.M. - H.R. 186 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 186 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Reclamation and in coordination with other Federal, State, and local government agencies, to participate in the funding and implementation of a balanced, long-term groundwater remediation program in California, and for other purposes." 2:12:54 P.M. - H.R. 126 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:12:45 P.M. - H.R. 126 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:10:12 P.M. - H.R. 126 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 126. 2:10:10 P.M. - H.R. 126 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:09:50 P.M. - H.R. 126 Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 126 — "To amend Public Law 89-366 to allow for an adjustment in the number of free roaming horses permitted in Cape Lookout National Seashore." 2:09:20 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:08:56 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed one minute speeches. 2:07:39 P.M. - Congressional Advisers on Trade Policy and Negotiations - pursuant to section 161(a) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2211), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005 the Chair appointed the following members of the House to the Congressional Advisers on Trade Policy and Negotiations: Mr. Thomas, Mr. Shaw, Mr. Herger, Mr. Rangel and Mr. Cardin. 2:07:38 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Bill Thomas. Mr. Thomas forwarded to the House the recommendations of the Committee on Ways and Means for certain positions for the 109th Congress. 2:01:40 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:16 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cooper to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:10 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:12 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 14. 12:32:23 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:30:12 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. at which time, regular legislative business will begin. 12:30:11 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 250. 12:30:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Stevan Pearce to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 15, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:35 EDT Yes 7:31:39 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 16, 2005. 7:31:38 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:31:30 P.M. - Mr. Filner moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:20:44 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has resumed Special Order speeches. 7:19:35 P.M. - Mr. Putnam filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 154. 7:18:58 P.M. - The House received a communication from David Bogan. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Bogan notified the House that he had been served with a criminal subpoena for testimony, issued by the Superior Court for the District of Columbia and that afte consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the rights and privileges of the House. 7:11:57 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:11:34 P.M. - Mr. Kolbe requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 17. 7:11:32 P.M. - Mr. Kolbe requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 16. 7:09:09 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1268 as unfinished business. 7:08:10 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Weiner amendment; Failed by voice vote. 6:44:41 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Weiner amendment. 6:44:38 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Weiner, to prohibit use of funds in the bill for the Palestinian Authority. 6:39:36 P.M. - H.R. 1268 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Markey amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Markey demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 6:32:23 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey amendment. 6:32:19 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, to add a new title prohibiting use of funds in the bill for contravention of laws enacted or promulgated to implement the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. 6:31:50 P.M. - H.R. 1268 By unanimous consent, the Markey amendment was withdrawn. 6:25:26 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey amendment, pending reservation of a point of order. 6:25:08 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, to add a new title prohibiting use of funds in the bill to implement any regulation reducing the total amount of monthly military pay for a member of the Armed Forces who is wounded or otherwise injured while assigned to duty in an area for which special pay is available. 6:24:46 P.M. - H.R. 1268 By unanimous consent, the Lantos amendment was withdrawn. 6:13:50 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Lantos amendment. 6:13:22 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Lantos, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new title entitled the Hope at Home Act. 6:11:14 P.M. - H.R. 1268 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 6:08:55 P.M. - H.R. 1268 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Lewis of California asked unanimous consent that during further consideration of H.R. 1268 in the Committee of the Whole pursuant to H. Res. 151, no further amendment to the bill may be offered except: 1) Pro forma amendments offered by the chairman and ranking minority members of the Committee on Appropriations or their designees; 2) amendment numbered 4 printed in teh Congressional Record offered by Mr. Lantos; 3) an amendment offered by Mr. Markey regarding combat pay; 4) an amendment offered by Mr. Markey regarding torture; 5) an amendment offered by Mr. Weiner regarding the Palestinian Authority; 6) an amendment offered by Mr. Obey regarding intelligence; 7) an amendment offered by Mr. Filner regarding veterans hiring preference for reconstruction in Iraq; and 8) an amendment offered by Ms. Velazquez regarding small business. Agreed to without objection. 6:07:37 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1268 as unfinished business. 6:07:13 P.M. - H.R. 1268 By unanimous consent, the Kelly amendment was withdrawn. 6:00:55 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Kelly amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 6:00:49 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Kelly, to prohibit any of the funds made available in the Act to provide assistance to the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. 5:49:21 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Weiner amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 196 - 231 (Roll no. 74). 5:35:33 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Upton amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 258 - 170 (Roll no. 73). 5:26:00 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Tierney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 191 - 236 (Roll no. 72). 5:02:50 P.M. - H.R. 1268 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:02:28 P.M. - H.R. 1268 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Weiner amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Weiner demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:49:13 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - By unanimous consent the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Weiner amendment. 4:48:56 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Weiner, to prohibit funds appropriated or otherwise made available in the Act from being obligated or expended to finance any assistance to Saudi Arabia. 4:48:36 P.M. - H.R. 1268 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Upton amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Upton demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:31:04 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - By unanimous consent the Committee of the Whole proceeded with twenty minutes of debate on the Upton amendment. 4:28:55 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Upton, to insert a new section at the end of the bill prohibiting the funds made available in the Act to be used for embassy security, construction, and maintenance. 4:26:43 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Kolbe raised a point of order against the Reyes amendments. Mr. Kolbe stated that the amendment sought to change existing law and constituted legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 4:23:51 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Reyes amendments en bloc under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 4:23:33 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Reyes, comprised of two amendments to provide additional amounts for "Medical Services" and to add additional general provisions at the end of the bill. 4:19:06 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Tancredo amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:09:20 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tancredo amendment under the five-minute rule. 4:06:14 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tancredo, to prohibit funds being used to provide emergency relief, rehabilitation or reconstruction aid to the tsunami recovery and reconstruction fund. 3:58:49 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On sustaining the ruling of the Chair. Agreed to by recorded vote: 224 - 200 (Roll no. 71). 3:34:39 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Filner appealed the ruling of the Chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the Chair. 3:29:26 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) raised a point of order against the Filner amendment. Mr. Lewis (CA) stated that the amendment sought to change existing law and constituted legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 3:23:09 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Filner amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 3:22:55 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Filner, to provide $3.1 billion for the Veterans' Health Administration. 3:22:51 P.M. - H.R. 1268 By unanimous consent, the Garrett (NJ) amendment was withdrawn. 3:22:35 P.M. - H.R. 1268 RESERVATION OF POINT OF ORDER WITHDRAWN - Subsequently, the reservation of a point of order against the Garrrett (NJ) amendment was withdrawn. 3:17:49 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 3:16:36 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Garrett (NJ), to insert a new section at the end of Title V (relating to general provisions). 3:05:46 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) raised a point of order against the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment. Mr. Lewis (CA) stated that the amendment was in violation of Section 302F of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 and therefore constituted legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:59:55 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:59:51 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson-Lee (TX), to provide for an additional amount for salaries and expenses hereby derived from the amount provided in the Act for United States Coast Guard Operating Expenses. 2:54:38 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Maloney amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:52:29 P.M. - H.R. 1268 RESERVATION OF POINT OF ORDER WITHDRAWN - Subsequently, the reservation of a point of order against the Maloney amendment was withdrawn and debate continued under the five-minute rule. 2:49:01 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Maloney amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:48:56 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Maloney, to increase funding for tsunami relief and reconstruction by $3 million. 2:48:48 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Jackson (IL) amendments; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:40:42 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Jackson (IL) amendments en bloc under the five- minute rule. 2:40:28 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Jackson (IL), comprised of two amendments to increase disaster and famine assistance by $50 million and to increase migrations and refugee assistance by $50 million. 2:02:18 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Moran (VA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:58:11 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Moran (VA) amendment under the five-minute rule. 1:58:08 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Moran (VA), to provide for dispensing of information to the Congress regarding administration strategy and evaluations of progress, stability and reconstruction with respect to the war in Iraq. 1:57:35 P.M. - H.R. 1268 By unanimous consent, the Woolsey amendment was withdrawn. 1:51:33 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Woolsey amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 1:51:28 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Amendment offered by Ms. Woolsey. 1:49:01 P.M. - H.R. 1268 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Tierney amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Tierney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:32:32 P.M. - H.R. 1268 RESERVATION OF POINT OF ORDER WITHDRAWN - Subsequently, the reservation of a point of order against the Tierney amendment was withdrawn and debate continued under the five-minute rule. 1:30:17 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tierney amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 1:28:00 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tierney, to add $5 million to the Operation and Maintenance, Defense-Wide account. 1:27:07 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) raised a point of order against the Tierney amendment. Mr. Lewis stated that the amendment sought to change existing law and constituted legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 1:19:10 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tierney amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 1:18:08 P.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tierney, to add a new title providing for establishment of a select committee to investigate the awarding and carrying out of contracts to conduct activities in Afghanistan and Iraq and to fight the war on terrorism. 12:15:10 P.M. - H.R. 1268 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1268. 12:14:56 P.M. - H.R. 1268 The Speaker designated the Honorable Mac Thornberry to act as Chairman of the Committee. 12:14:54 P.M. - H.R. 1268 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 151 and Rule XVIII. 12:14:42 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1268 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Bill is open to amendments. 12:14:37 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 151. H.R. 1268 — "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes." 12:14:09 P.M. - H. Res. 153 On motion to table the measure Agreed to by recorded vote: 223 - 194 (Roll no. 70). 11:47:59 A.M. - H. Res. 153 Mr. Lewis (CA) moved to table the measure. 11:47:53 A.M. - H. Res. 153 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 153 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 11:46:29 A.M. - RULING BY THE CHAIR - After reviewing the resolution the Chair announced his determination that the resolution constituted a question of privilege. 11:44:14 A.M. - READING OF THE RESOLUTION - The Clerk proceeded with reporting the resolution prior to determination by the Chair as to disposition. 11:42:56 A.M. - POINT OF PRIVILEGE - Ms. Pelosi rose to a point of privilege and submitted a resolution for consideration as a privileged matter. 11:41:49 A.M. - H. Res. 151 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:41:43 A.M. - H. Res. 151 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:41:22 A.M. - H. Res. 151 On agreeing to the Cole (OK) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:41:21 A.M. - H. Res. 151 On ordering the previous question on the amendment (A001) and on the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 195 (Roll no. 69). 11:16:40 A.M. - H. Res. 151 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cole (OK), to protect sections 1113 and 1114 from possible points of order. 10:24:41 A.M. - H. Res. 151 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 151. 10:22:18 A.M. - H. Res. 151 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 151 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1268) making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes." 10:02:25 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:01:48 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Hensarling to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:00:04 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Most Rev. Edward J. Slattery, Bishop, Diocese of Tulsa, Oklahoma. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 15. 9:17:12 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. today. 9:01:00 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 10 a.m. at which time, regular legislative business will begin. 9:00:15 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jon C. Porter to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 16, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:31 EDT Yes 11:59:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 17, 2005. 11:59:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:59:00 P.M. - Mrs. Northup moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:58:01 P.M. - The House received a communication from Charles Bauer et al. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Charles Bauer, Ms. Flo Helton, and Representative Pete Sessions notified the House that they had been served with subpoenas for testimony, issued by the 3rd Judicial District Court of Henderson County, Texas, and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, they had determined that compliance with the subpoena was inconsistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 10:32:23 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 10:29:51 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 18. 10:29:49 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 17. 10:29:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:29:36 P.M. - H.R. 1332 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:29:33 P.M. - H.R. 1332 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 9:43:17 P.M. - H.R. 1332 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1332. 9:43:15 P.M. - H.R. 1332 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:43:01 P.M. - H.R. 1332 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1332 — "To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for the removal to Federal court of certain State court cases involving the rights of incapacitated persons, and for other purposes." 9:41:07 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until March 17. 9:39:44 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 162 and H. Res. 163. 9:39:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 95 as unfinished business. 9:38:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hensarling amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Hensarling demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a later time. 8:56:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 154, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the Hensarling amendment. 8:56:05 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Hensarling, numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-19 to replace the current 19 functional categories with four functions: Defense, Homeland Security, Non-Defense Discretionary and Mandatory Spending, and Interest. Accepts the Iraq Operations Reserve Fund and creates a new `rainy day' fund for non-military emergencies. Discretionary Spending: Defense: Accepts the President's and Budget Committee's levels that provide for a 4.4% increase over last year. Homeland Security: Accepts the President's and Budget Committee's levels that provide for a 3.6% increase over last year. Non-Security Discretionary: Reduces spending by 2% compared to last year's level (the Budget Committee calls for a .7% reduction), which is over $5.1 billion more in first-year savings than the Committee's bill. Mandatory Spending: Includes reconciliation instructions reducing the rate of growth of mandatory spending from 6.4% to 6.1% (while making no changes to Social Security), which is over $58 billion more in savings than the Budget Committee's levels and a total of $125 billion in savings over five years. The Committees would be permitted to apply the savings unevenly across mandatory programs with particular emphasis on exempting earned entitlement programs. Taxes: Assumes the Committee's number for tax relief over the next five years, while reconciling the entire amount (the Committee reconciles $45 billion of the $107 billion allotted over five years). Budget Enforcement: Creates a point of order against consideration of a rule or order reported by the Rules Committee waiving sections 302(f) or 303(a) (other than paragraph 2) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974. This point of order can only be waived 4:51:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole resumed general debate on H. Con. Res. 95. 4:51:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 4:51:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 95 — "Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2006, revising appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2005, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 through 2010." 4:50:40 P.M. - ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Nussle asked unanimous consent that during consideration in the Committee of the Whole of H. Con. Res. 95 pursuant to H. Res. 154, the gentleman from Texas, Mr. Hensarling, or his designee, be permitted to offer amendment numbered 2 in House Report 109-19 out of specified order. Agreed to without objection. 4:50:23 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 95 as unfinished business. 3:08:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with 5 hours of general debate on H. Con. Res. 95. 3:08:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:08:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 154 and Rule XVIII. 3:07:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Rule provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 95 with 5 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. After passage of H. Con. Res. 95, it shall be in order to consider in the House S. Con. Res. 18; to move to strike all after the resolving clause of S. Con. Res. 18 and to insert the provisions of H. Con. Res. 95, as passed by the House. 3:07:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 154. H. Con. Res. 95 — "Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2006, revising appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2005, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 through 2010." 3:06:20 P.M. - H. Res. 161 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:06:15 P.M. - H. Res. 161 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 3:05:51 P.M. - H. Res. 161 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 161 — "Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 3:04:09 P.M. - H.R. 1268 APPENDING NEW TEXT - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Clerk was directed to append the text of H.R. 418, as passed by the House, to H.R. 1268 as new matter at the end of the bill. 3:04:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:04:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 4 (Roll no. 81). 2:57:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 98 — "Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the recent passage of the anti-secession law by the National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China." 2:57:11 P.M. - H.R. 1270 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:57:10 P.M. - H.R. 1270 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 431 - 1 (Roll no. 80). 2:48:41 P.M. - H.R. 1270 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1270 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund financing rate." 2:47:55 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of two motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:47:44 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Thursday, March 17, 2005, the roll call votes on the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. 18, as amended, and on H. Con. Res. 32, as amended, which were ordered on Wednesday, March 16, 2005. 2:47:33 P.M. - H. Res. 154 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:47:32 P.M. - H. Res. 154 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 196 (Roll no. 79). 2:38:51 P.M. - H. Res. 154 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 202 (Roll no. 78). 1:09:12 P.M. - H. Res. 154 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 154. 1:05:53 P.M. - H. Res. 154 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 154 — "Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 95) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2006, revising appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2005, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 through 2010." 1:03:18 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:33:19 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 32. 12:33:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:32:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 32 — "Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the occupation of the Republic of Lebanon by the Syrian Arab Republic." 12:32:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:18:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 18. 12:18:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:18:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 18 — "Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the continuing gross violations of human rights and civil liberties of the Syrian and Lebanese people by the Government of the Syrian Arab Republic." 12:17:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:05:35 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 98. 12:05:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:05:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 98 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 98 — "Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the recent passage of the anti-secession law by the National People's Congress of the People's Republic of China." 12:04:51 P.M. - H.R. 1270 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:01:22 P.M. - H.R. 1270 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1270. 12:01:19 P.M. - H.R. 1270 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:01:08 P.M. - H.R. 1270 Mr. Chocola moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1270 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund financing rate." 12:00:42 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 11:58:07 A.M. - H.R. 1268 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:58:06 A.M. - H.R. 1268 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 388 - 43 (Roll no. 77). 11:49:36 A.M. - H.R. 1268 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 200 - 229 (Roll no. 76). 11:29:57 A.M. - H.R. 1268 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 11:22:31 A.M. - H.R. 1268 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Hooley motion to recommit with instructions. 11:21:11 A.M. - H.R. 1268 Ms. Hooley moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 11:20:47 A.M. - H.R. 1268 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 11:20:27 A.M. - H.R. 1268 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:19:39 A.M. - H.R. 1268 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1268. 11:19:26 A.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 420 - 2, 3 Present (Roll no. 75). 10:53:42 A.M. - H.R. 1268 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the Markey amendment which had been debated on Tuesday, March 15 2005 and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 10:53:23 A.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the Velazquez amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:48:17 A.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Velazquez amendment. 10:47:56 A.M. - H.R. 1268 Amendment offered by Ms. Velazquez. 10:45:35 A.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) raised a point of order against the Filner amendment. Mr. Lewis (CA) stated that the amendment sought to change existing law and constituted legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 10:34:25 A.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Filner amendment, pending reservation of a point of order. 10:34:21 A.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Filner, to prohibit any of the funds made available in the Act be used to enter into a contract with a private sector contractor to perform reconstruction in Iraq unless, as a condition of the contract, or any subcontract at any tier under the contract, when hiring employees who will perform work under the contract (or subcontract), to extend to preference eligible veterans a hiring preference equivalent to the preference extended to preference eligible veterans for civilian employee positions in the Federal Government. 10:34:16 A.M. - H.R. 1268 RESERVATION OF POINT OF ORDER WITHDRAWN - Subsequently, the reservation of a point of order against the Obey amendment was withdrawn. 10:34:15 A.M. - H.R. 1268 By unanimous consent, the Obey amendment was withdrawn. 10:27:44 A.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Obey amendment, pending reservation of a point of order. 10:27:34 A.M. - H.R. 1268 An amendment, offered by Mr. Obey, to prohibit funds provided in the Act for national intelligence programs be made available for obligation until the President submits to the Congress a proposal or procedure to fully inform the congressional intelligence and defense communities of all clandestine miliatry activities for which it is intended that the role of the United States Government will not be apparent or acknowledged publicly and that will be conducted in countries identified by the United States Governemnt as sponsors of terrorism. 10:26:47 A.M. - H.R. 1268 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:26:34 A.M. - H.R. 1268 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1268 — "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes." 10:25:33 A.M. - H. Res. 147 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:25:25 A.M. - H. Res. 147 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:23:55 A.M. - H. Res. 147 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 147 — "Electing members to the Joint Committee on Printing and the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library." 10:23:55 A.M. - H. Res. 147 Mr. Ney asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 10:03:35 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to ten per side of the aisle. 10:03:14 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 1160. 10:02:55 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Solis to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:40 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON THE JOURNAL - The Speaker announced he had examined and approved the Journal of the last day's proceedings. Mrs. Blackburn demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Speaker announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Blackburn objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present and the Speaker postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 10:00:57 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. James P. Campbell, Pastor, Christ Life Church, Woodstock, Illinois 10:00:27 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeb Bradley to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 17, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:28 EDT Yes 6:15:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on March 21, 2005. 6:15:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:15:00 P.M. - Mr. Davis (KY) moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:33:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 5:33:12 P.M. - United States Group of the North Atlantic Assembly - the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the United States Group of the North Atlantic Assembly: Mr. Tanner, Mr. Ross, Mr. Chandler and Mrs. Tauscher. 4:25:08 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:24:54 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 4:21:22 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Frank R. Wolf to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through April 5, 2005 4:20:29 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 17, 2005 it adjourn to meet at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 21, 2005, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its concurrence in H. Con. Res. 103, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution. Agreed to without objection. 4:20:17 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 6. Agreed to without objection. 4:20:11 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 103 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:19:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 103 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 4:19:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 103 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 103 — "Providing for an adjournment of the two Houses." 4:17:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:17:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 3 (Roll no. 89). 4:00:35 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 18 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 18 — "Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the continuing gross violations of human rights and civil liberties of the Syrian and Lebanese people by the Government of the Syrian Arab Republic." 4:00:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:00:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 214 (Roll no. 88). 3:38:04 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:37:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H. Con. Res. 95. 3:13:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 GENERAL DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with an additional period of general debate. 3:12:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On agreeing to the Spratt amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 165 - 264, 1 Present (Roll no. 87). 1:49:38 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 154, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the Spratt amendment in the nature of a substitute. 1:48:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Spratt, numbered 4 printed in House Report 109-19 to balance the budget by 2012; reverse mandatory cuts likely to fall on Medicaid, veterans, student loans, and other services; provide increased funding for important domestic priorities, such as education, veterans, community and regional development, and the environment; and impose a pay-as-you-go (PAYGO) rule, which protects the Social Security Trust Fund surplus by requiring that any mandatory spending increases or tax cuts be fully offset. 1:48:28 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On motion that the Committee rise Failed by recorded vote: 101 - 313, 1 Present (Roll no. 86). 1:25:49 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Mr. Blumenauer moved that the Committee rise. 1:25:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On agreeing to the Watt amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 134 - 292, 3 Present (Roll no. 85). 11:58:42 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provision of H. Res. 154, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the Watt amendment in the nature of a substitute. 11:58:22 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Watt, numbered 3 printed in House Report 109-19 to raise revenue by rescinding the tax cuts from 2001 and 2003 for the top two tax brackets, eliminating corporate tax incentives for off-shoring jobs, closing tax loopholes, abusive shelters, and methods of tax avoidance, and eliminating the repeal of the limitation on itemized deductions and the phase-out of personal exemptions (PEP) scheduled to take place between 2006 and 2010. These funds total an estimated $36.3 billion in FY 2006. Uses nearly $4 billion of these additional revenues for deficit reduction. The remaining funds are used to restore cuts and fund increases in specific budget function areas. These include full funding for No Child Left Behind and providing funds for school construction and increases for other education and job training programs. Allocates additional funding or job creation programs under SBA, community and regional development programs, and law enforcement initiatives such as juvenile justice and prisoner reentry programs. Provides funding for child nutrition programs, Community Health Centers, aeronautics and science research and development, 11:56:57 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:56:48 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 95 — "Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2006, revising appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2005, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 through 2010." 11:56:28 A.M. - ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Nussle asked unanimous consent that during further consideration of H. Con. Res. 95 in the Committee of the Whole, a final period of general debate shall be in order at the conclusion of consideration of the concurrent resolution for amendment, which shall not exceed 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget. Agreed to without objection. 11:56:11 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 11:56:08 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:56:06 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 1, 4 Present (Roll no. 84). 11:40:28 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 32 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 32 — "Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the occupation of the Republic of Lebanon by the Syrian Arab Republic." 11:38:57 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Speaker announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the motion to suspend the rules and agree, as amended, to H. Con. Res. 32, which was debated on Wednesday, March 16, and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:38:13 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 95 as unfinished business. 11:37:53 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On agreeing to the Hensarling amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 102 - 320 (Roll no. 83). 11:29:53 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the Hensarling substitute amendment which was debated on Wednesday, March 16, and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:29:40 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On agreeing to the Obey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 180 - 242 (Roll no. 82). 10:17:55 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 154, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the Obey amendment. 10:17:08 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 An amendment, offered by Mr. Obey, Amendment numbered two printed in House Report 109-19 to increase $15.8 billion in FY06 new BA and outlays for veterans, education, health care needs, homeland security, the environment and infrastructure. Reduces the FY06 tax benefits for those earning more than $1 million, increasing revenues by $25.818 billion. 10:15:39 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:15:27 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 95 — "Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2006, revising appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2005, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 through 2010." 10:01:32 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to five per side of the aisle. 10:01:04 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Price of GA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:15 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 20, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:25 EDT Yes 12:46:44 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 23. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on April 5, 2005. 12:46:42 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:46:33 A.M. - Mr. DeLay moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:44:42 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 23 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:44:32 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 23 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:42:39 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 23 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 23 — "Providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate, and a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives." 12:42:09 A.M. - Mr. Gingrey filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 181 and H. Res. 182. 12:41:50 A.M. - S. 686 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:41:49 A.M. - S. 686 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 203 - 58 (Roll no. 90). 9:03:15 P.M. - S. 686 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous special order, the House proceeded with 3 hours of debate on the motion to suspend the rules and pass S. 686. 9:03:12 P.M. - S. 686 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:02:56 P.M. - S. 686 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 686 — "To provide for the relief of the parents of Theresa Marie Schiavo." 9:01:28 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 686 and agreed to S. Con. Res. 23. 9:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 5:10:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 5:09:35 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That upon entry of this order, the Speaker may decline to entertain a motion to adjourn until after disposition of the motion to suspend the rules described in this order; that it be in order at any time on Sunday, March 20, 2005, for the Speaker to entertain a motion that the House suspend the rules with respect to S. 686; and that such motion be debatable for three hours, equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Judiciary or their designees. Agreed to without objection. 5:05:47 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Hoyer to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 5:05:43 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 5:05:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 1:04:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 1:02:26 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Ronald F. Christian, Pastor, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Fairfax, Virginia 1:01:48 P.M. - NOTIFICATION OF REASSEMBLY - The Chair laid before the House the text of the formal notification sent to Members on Saturday, March 19, 2005, of the reassembling of the House. 1:01:24 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives the Clerk notified the House that he had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 19, 2005 at 6:45 p.m. that the Senate passed without amendment H. Con. Res. 103. 1:01:09 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives the Clerk notified the House that he had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 17, 2005 at 10:15 p.m. that the Senate agreed to without amendment S. 653. 1:00:48 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives the Clerk notified the House that he had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 18, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. that the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 1270. 1:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 5, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:21 EDT Yes 10:52:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 6, 2005. 10:52:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:52:00 P.M. - Mr. Ryan (OH) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:26:50 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:25:18 P.M. - Mr. Gutknecht requested that Mr. Jones of NC be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 12. 7:25:16 P.M. - Mr. Gutknecht requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 7: Mr. Duncan for 5 min and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:25:14 P.M. - Mr. Gutknecht requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 6: himself for 5 min, Mr. Boustany for 5 min, Mr. Duncan for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:18:39 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:17:59 P.M. - Mr. Smith (TX) asked unanimous consent That it shall be in order at any time to consider in the House a resolution honoring the life and achievements of His Holiness Pope John Paul II and expressing profound sorrow on his death; the resolution shall be considered as read; the resolution shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their designees; and the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution and the preamble to final adoption without intervening motion. Agreed to without objection. 7:17:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 93). 6:59:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 34 — "Honoring the life and contributions of Yogi Bhajan, a leader of Sikhs, and expressing condolences to the Sikh community on his passing." 6:59:38 P.M. - H. Res. 120 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:59:37 P.M. - H. Res. 120 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 0 (Roll no. 92). 6:50:24 P.M. - H. Res. 120 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 120 — "Commending the outstanding efforts by members of the Armed Forces and civilian employees of the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development in response to the earthquake and tsunami of December 26, 2004." 6:50:22 P.M. - H. Res. 108 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:50:21 P.M. - H. Res. 108 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 91). 6:33:00 P.M. - H. Res. 108 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 108 — "Commemorating the life of the late Zurab Zhvania, Prime Minister of the Republic of Georgia." 6:32:35 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 108, H. Res. 120 and H. Con. Res. 34 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:31:45 P.M. - Mr. Sensenbrenner filed a report from the Committee on Judiciary on H. Res. 136. 6:31:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 5. 2:42:18 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 2:38:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:33:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 34. 2:33:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:33:14 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 34 Mr. McCotter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 34 — "Honoring the life and contributions of Yogi Bhajan, a leader of Sikhs, and expressing condolences to the Sikh community on his passing." 2:32:36 P.M. - H. Res. 120 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:22:17 P.M. - H. Res. 120 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 120. 2:22:15 P.M. - H. Res. 120 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:22:00 P.M. - H. Res. 120 Mr. McCotter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 120 — "Commending the outstanding efforts by members of the Armed Forces and civilian employees of the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development in response to the earthquake and tsunami of December 26, 2004." 2:21:54 P.M. - H. Res. 108 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:18:16 P.M. - H. Res. 108 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 108. 2:18:13 P.M. - H. Res. 108 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:17:57 P.M. - H. Res. 108 Mr. McCotter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 108 — "Commemorating the life of the late Zurab Zhvania, Prime Minister of the Republic of Georgia." 2:17:43 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:17:22 P.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House. Consistent with Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Hastert notified the House that he had been served with a civil subpeona issued by the Circuit Court for Cook County, Illinois and that after consulting with the Office of General Counsel he would make the determination required by Rule VIII of the Rules of the House. 2:02:59 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:16 P.M. - Mr. Shaw asked unanimous consent That it may be in order at any time on Wednesday, April 6, 2005, for the Speaker to declare a recess, subject to the call of the Chair, for the purpose of receiving in Joint Meeting His Excellency Viktor Yushchenko, President of Ukraine. Agreed to without objection. 2:01:15 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Res. 93 and H. Con. Res. 95. and requested a conference 2:00:42 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:00:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:09 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 6, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:18 EDT Yes 6:30:51 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 8, 2005. 6:30:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:30:00 P.M. - Mr. Paul moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:27:36 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:07:53 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 4:06:12 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 13. Agreed to without objection. 4:04:20 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, April 8, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2005, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 4:02:43 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns Wednesday, April 6, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 3:56:18 P.M. - House Commission on Congressional Mailing Standards - Pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 501(b), and the order of the House of January 4, 2004, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the House Commission on Congressional Mailing Standards: Mr. Ney, Mr. Aderholt, Mr. Sweeney, Ms. Millender-McDonald,Mr. Holt and Mr. Sherman. 3:54:58 P.M. - H. Res. 148 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:54:57 P.M. - H. Res. 148 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 2 (Roll no. 95). 3:46:32 P.M. - H. Res. 148 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 148 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month, and for other purposes." 3:46:30 P.M. - H. Res. 190 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:46:30 P.M. - H. Res. 190 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 415 - 0 (Roll no. 94). 3:23:58 P.M. - H. Res. 190 The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House. 2:15:46 P.M. - H. Res. 190 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 190. 2:15:43 P.M. - H. Res. 190 Considered pursuant to a previous order. H. Res. 190 — "Honoring the life and achievements of His Holiness Pope John Paul II and expressing profound sorrow on his death." 2:15:22 P.M. - H. Res. 190 Consideration initiated pursuant to a previous order. 2:14:48 P.M. - H.R. 1460 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:14:44 P.M. - H.R. 1460 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:08:31 P.M. - H.R. 1460 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1460. 2:08:29 P.M. - H.R. 1460 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:08:16 P.M. - H.R. 1460 Mr. Davis, Tom moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1460 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6200 Rolling Road in Springfield, Virginia, as the "Captain Mark Stubenhofer Post Office Building"." 2:08:14 P.M. - H. Res. 188 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:08:10 P.M. - H. Res. 188 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:43:29 P.M. - H. Res. 188 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 188. 1:43:27 P.M. - H. Res. 188 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:43:13 P.M. - H. Res. 188 Mr. Gutknecht moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 188 — "Recognizing and honoring firefighters for their many contributions throughout the history of the Nation." 1:42:43 P.M. - H. Res. 148 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 1:21:11 P.M. - H. Res. 148 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 148. 1:21:09 P.M. - H. Res. 148 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:20:51 P.M. - H. Res. 148 Mr. Gutknecht moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 148 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month, and for other purposes." 1:20:25 P.M. - H.R. 797 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:20:23 P.M. - H.R. 797 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 1:06:04 P.M. - H.R. 797 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 797. 1:05:55 P.M. - H.R. 797 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:05:42 P.M. - H.R. 797 Mr. Renzi moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 797 — "To amend the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 and other Acts to improve housing programs for Indians." 1:05:30 P.M. - H.R. 1025 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:05:22 P.M. - H.R. 1025 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:47:34 P.M. - H.R. 1025 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1025. 12:47:32 P.M. - H.R. 1025 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:47:11 P.M. - H.R. 1025 Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1025 — "To amend the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to exempt mortgage servicers from certain requirements of the Act with respect to federally related mortgage loans secured by a first lien, and for other purposes." 12:46:58 P.M. - H.R. 436 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:46:56 P.M. - H.R. 436 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:38:31 P.M. - H.R. 436 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 436. 12:38:29 P.M. - H.R. 436 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:38:17 P.M. - H.R. 436 Mrs. Kelly moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 436 — "To amend the Investment Company Act of 1940 to provide incentives for small business investment, and for other purposes." 12:38:11 P.M. - H.R. 1077 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:38:08 P.M. - H.R. 1077 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:28:30 P.M. - H.R. 1077 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1077. 12:28:28 P.M. - H.R. 1077 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:28:15 P.M. - H.R. 1077 Mrs. Kelly moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1077 — "To improve the access of investors to regulatory records with respect to securities brokers, dealers, and investment advisers." 12:27:49 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions. 12:16:51 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:16:50 P.M. - PRINTING OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE RECORD - Ms. Kelly asked unanimous consent that the proceedings had during the recess be printed in the Congressional Record of today. Agreed to without objection. 12:16:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 6. 11:41:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:15 P.M. today. 11:41:18 A.M. - The purpose of the Joint Meeting having been completed, the Chair declared the Joint Meeting of the two Houses now dissolved. 11:05:21 A.M. - Subsequently, His Excellency Viktor Yushchenko addressed the Joint Meeting of Congress. 11:04:45 A.M. - The Speaker Pro Tempore called the Joint Meeting to order, and presented His Excellency Viktor Yushckenko to the Congress. 10:53:51 A.M. - The Speaker Pro Tempore and the President of the Senate announced the names of House Members and Senators, respectively, to serve as Members of the committee to escort His Excellency Viktor Yushchenko into the Chamber. 10:43:55 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 6. 10:06:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:04:35 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECH - The Chair recognized Mr. Cooper of Tennessee to address the House for one minute. 10:03:10 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cooper to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:20 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend L. H. Hardwick, Jr. 10:00:10 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tom DeLay to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 8, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:15 EDT Yes 10:03:49 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on April 12, 2005. 10:03:15 A.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that he had received a message from the Senate on April 7, 2005, at 1:37 p.m. The message notified the House that the Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 34 without amendment. 10:03:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Dr. Alan N. Keiran, Chief of Staff, Office of the Senate Chaplain. 10:00:10 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mac Thornberry to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 12, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:11 EDT Yes 10:18:05 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 13, 2005. 10:18:03 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:18:00 P.M. - Mr. Meek (FL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:24:13 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:22:16 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 14: himself for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:22:14 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 13: Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Burgess for 5 min, and Mr. Boustany for 5 min. 7:12:58 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:12:42 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (WA) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 202. 7:12:20 P.M. - H.R. 541 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:12:19 P.M. - H.R. 541 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 97). 6:55:29 P.M. - H.R. 541 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 541 — "To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain land to Lander County, Nevada, and the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain land to Eureka County, Nevada, for continued use as cemeteries." 6:55:28 P.M. - H.R. 135 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:55:27 P.M. - H.R. 135 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 22 (Roll no. 96). 6:29:47 P.M. - H.R. 135 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 135 — "To establish the "Twenty-First Century Water Commission" to study and develop recommendations for a comprehensive water strategy to address future water needs." 6:29:33 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 135 and H.R. 541 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:29:15 P.M. - Mr. Boehner filed a report from the Committee on Education and the Workforce on H. Res. 134. 6:28:56 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 12. 2:53:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 2:50:26 P.M. - H.R. 794 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:50:23 P.M. - H.R. 794 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:44:26 P.M. - H.R. 794 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 794. 2:44:23 P.M. - H.R. 794 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:44:06 P.M. - H.R. 794 Mr. Duncan moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 794 — "To correct the south boundary of the Colorado River Indian Reservation in Arizona, and for other purposes." 2:43:33 P.M. - H.R. 18 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:43:29 P.M. - H.R. 18 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:35:46 P.M. - H.R. 18 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 18. 2:35:44 P.M. - H.R. 18 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:35:27 P.M. - H.R. 18 Mr. Duncan moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 18 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Reclamation and in coordination with other Federal, State, and local government agencies, to participate in the funding and implementation of a balanced, long-term groundwater remediation program in California, and for other purposes." 2:34:54 P.M. - H.R. 541 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:27:11 P.M. - H.R. 541 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 541. 2:27:08 P.M. - H.R. 541 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:26:44 P.M. - H.R. 541 Mr. Duncan moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 541 — "To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain land to Lander County, Nevada, and the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain land to Eureka County, Nevada, for continued use as cemeteries." 2:26:21 P.M. - H.R. 482 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:26:10 P.M. - H.R. 482 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:20:31 P.M. - H.R. 482 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 482. 2:20:28 P.M. - H.R. 482 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:20:13 P.M. - H.R. 482 Mr. Duncan moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 482 — "To provide for a land exchange involving Federal lands in the Lincoln National Forest in the State of New Mexico, and for other purposes." 2:19:44 P.M. - H.R. 135 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:09:43 P.M. - H.R. 135 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 135. 2:09:34 P.M. - H.R. 135 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:09:14 P.M. - H.R. 135 Mr. Duncan moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 135 — "To establish the "Twenty-First Century Water Commission" to study and develop recommendations for a comprehensive water strategy to address future water needs." 2:08:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:03:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. McNulty to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:10 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 12. 1:01:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:30:20 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. at which time, regular legislative business will begin. 12:30:15 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 25. 12:30:01 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable J. Gresham Barrett to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 13, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:08 EDT Yes 8:47:05 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 14, 2005. 8:47:02 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:47:00 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:26:50 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:26:32 P.M. - Mrs. Biggert requested that Mr. Dreier be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 14. 5:23:08 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:22:32 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 211. 5:22:20 P.M. - H.R. 8 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:22:19 P.M. - H.R. 8 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 272 - 162 (Roll no. 102). 5:06:18 P.M. - H.R. 8 On agreeing to the Pomeroy amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 194 - 238 (Roll no. 101). 4:40:43 P.M. - H.R. 8 The previous question was ordered on the amendment (A001) and on the bill pursuant to the rule. 3:33:56 P.M. - H.R. 8 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 202, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Pomeroy amendment in the nature of a substitute. 3:33:47 P.M. - H.R. 8 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Pomeroy, to immediately eliminate the estate tax for most estates; to increase the estate tax exclusion to $3 million, effective January 1, 2004; to partially offset the cost of increasing the exclusion by freezing existing estate tax rates, eliminating the ability to claim valuation discounts by holding property through partnerships, and restoring the prior law phaseout of the benefit of the graduated rates and exclusion; to repeal the carryover basis rules contained in the 2001 tax bill, and in doing so, continue the favorable current law step-up in basis rules that eliminate capital gains taxes on increases in value before death. 2:17:06 P.M. - H.R. 8 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 8. 2:15:17 P.M. - H.R. 8 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order. 2:15:12 P.M. - H.R. 8 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 202. H.R. 8 — "To make the repeal of the estate tax permanent." 2:13:56 P.M. - H. Res. 202 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:13:38 P.M. - H. Res. 202 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:13:35 P.M. - H. Res. 202 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 195 (Roll no. 100). 2:05:59 P.M. - H. Res. 202 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 202 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8) to make the repeal of the estate tax permanent." 2:05:58 P.M. - H.R. 787 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:05:56 P.M. - H.R. 787 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 426 - 0 (Roll no. 99). 1:58:09 P.M. - H.R. 787 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 787 — "To designate the United States courthouse located at 501 I Street in Sacramento, California, as the "Robert T. Matsui United States Courthouse"." 1:58:08 P.M. - H.R. 1463 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:58:07 P.M. - H.R. 1463 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 427 - 0 (Roll no. 98). 1:39:42 P.M. - H.R. 1463 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1463 — "To designate a portion of the Federal building located at 2100 Jamieson Avenue, in Alexandria, Virginia, as the "Justin W. Williams United States Attorney's Building"." 1:38:37 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Speaker announced that the unfinished business was the question of ordering the previous question on H. Res. 202 and on motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:38:24 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 13. 12:30:18 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:27:54 P.M. - H. Res. 202 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 202 the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 11:21:57 A.M. - H. Res. 202 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 202. 11:19:39 A.M. - H. Res. 202 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 202 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8) to make the repeal of the estate tax permanent." 11:18:11 A.M. - H.R. 787 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 10:54:49 A.M. - H.R. 787 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 787. 10:54:46 A.M. - H.R. 787 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:54:33 A.M. - H.R. 787 Mr. Shuster moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 787 — "To designate the United States courthouse located at 501 I Street in Sacramento, California, as the "Robert T. Matsui United States Courthouse"." 10:54:15 A.M. - H.R. 483 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:54:12 A.M. - H.R. 483 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:40:22 A.M. - H.R. 483 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 483. 10:40:20 A.M. - H.R. 483 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:39:58 A.M. - H.R. 483 Mr. Shuster moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 483 — "To designate a United States courthouse in Brownsville, Texas, as the "Reynaldo G. Garza and Filemon B. Vela United States Courthouse"." 10:39:37 A.M. - H.R. 1463 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 10:28:53 A.M. - H.R. 1463 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1463. 10:28:51 A.M. - H.R. 1463 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:28:38 A.M. - H.R. 1463 Mr. Shuster moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1463 — "To designate a portion of the Federal building located at 2100 Jamieson Avenue, in Alexandria, Virginia, as the "Justin W. Williams United States Attorney's Building"." 10:27:26 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions. 10:02:30 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:02:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Stearns to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:42 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Doctor Curt Dodd. 10:00:21 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Shelley Moore Capito to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:20 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 14, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:05 EDT Yes 6:48:05 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on April 18, 2005. 6:48:02 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:48:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:24:02 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:23:50 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 19. 4:23:30 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 18. 4:22:59 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tom Price to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through April 19, 2005 4:22:57 P.M. - H.R. 1134 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:21:57 P.M. - H.R. 1134 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to without objection. 4:21:56 P.M. - H.R. 1134 Mr. Foley asked unanimous consent that the House agree to the Senate amendment. 4:18:54 P.M. - Mexico-United States Interparliamentary Group - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 276h, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Mexico-United States Interparliamentary Group: Mr. Kolbe and Ms. Harris. 4:17:54 P.M. - Board of Visitors to the United States Military Academy - Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 4355(a), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Board of Visitors to the United States Military Academy: Mrs. Kelly and Mr. Taylor of NC. 4:17:53 P.M. - Board of Visitors to the United States Merchant Marine Academy - Pursuant to 46 U.S.C. 1295 b(h), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the Board of Visitors to the United States Merchant Marine Academy: Mr. King of NY. 4:17:52 P.M. - Board of Visitors to the United States Coast Guard Academy - Pursuant to 14 U.S.C. 194(a), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the Board of Visitors to the United States Coast Guard Academy: Mr. Simmons. 4:17:51 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 20. Agreed to without objection. 4:17:50 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, April 18, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2005, for Morning-Hour Debates. Agreed to without objection. 4:17:48 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, April 14, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 18, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 3:34:11 P.M. - S. 256 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:34:10 P.M. - S. 256 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 302 - 126 (Roll no. 108). 3:24:10 P.M. - S. 256 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 200 - 229 (Roll no. 107). 3:01:10 P.M. - S. 256 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:52:15 P.M. - S. 256 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Schakowsky motion to recommit with instructions. 2:51:11 P.M. - S. 256 Ms. Schakowsky moved to recommit with instructions to Judiciary. 2:50:49 P.M. - S. 256 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:30:04 P.M. - S. 256 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S. 256. 1:29:44 P.M. - S. 256 Rule provides for consideration of S. 256 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. The rule waives all points of order against the bill and against its consideration. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. 1:29:39 P.M. - S. 256 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 211. S. 256 — "To amend title 11 of the United States Code, and for other purposes." 1:29:37 P.M. - H. Res. 213 On motion to table the measure Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 195 (Roll no. 106). 1:01:19 P.M. - H. Res. 213 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to table the measure. 12:57:31 P.M. - H. Res. 213 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 213 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 12:56:57 P.M. - H. Res. 211 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:56:56 P.M. - H. Res. 211 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 196 (Roll no. 105). 12:47:54 P.M. - H. Res. 211 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 199 (Roll no. 104). 12:03:21 P.M. - H. Res. 211 DEBATE - Subsequently, the House resumed debate on H. Res. 211. 12:02:57 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 49 - 371 (Roll no. 103). 11:38:09 A.M. - Ms. Woolsey moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:27:48 A.M. - H. Res. 211 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 211. 10:27:39 A.M. - H. Res. 211 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 211 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 256) to amend title 11 of the United States Code, and for other purposes." 10:02:46 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to ten per side of the aisle. 10:02:22 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 1134 amended. 10:02:14 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Kucinich to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:52 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:25 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 18, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:36:02 EDT Yes 2:04:24 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on April 19, 2005. 2:03:56 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. 2:02:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:11 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable George P. Radanovich to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 19, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:58 EDT Yes 11:30:21 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 20, 2005. 11:30:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:30:10 P.M. - Mr. Sessions moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:29:44 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 219. 11:29:34 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 19. 10:22:27 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:31:11 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:29:40 P.M. - Mr. King of IA requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 21: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:29:38 P.M. - Mr. King of IA requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 20: Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Chocola for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min. 7:27:47 P.M. - INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR THE 109TH CONGRESS - Pursuant to Clause 6 of Rule II, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker, jointly with the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader, appointed Mr. Steven A. McNamara of Sterling, VA, to the position of Inspector General for the United States House of Representatives for the 109th Congress. 7:18:25 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:18:24 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 0 (Roll no. 111). 7:01:16 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 Considered as unfinished business. H.J. Res. 20 — "Providing for the appointment of Robert P. Kogod as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution." 7:00:36 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:00:31 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 110). 6:50:45 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 Considered as unfinished business. H.J. Res. 19 — "Providing for the appointment of Shirley Ann Jackson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution." 6:50:44 P.M. - H.R. 683 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:50:42 P.M. - H.R. 683 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 8 (Roll no. 109). 6:32:30 P.M. - H.R. 683 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 683 — "To amend the Trademark Act of 1946 with respect to dilution by blurring or tarnishment." 6:30:21 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business is the question of adoption of the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 683, as amended, and the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H.J. Res. 19 and H.J. Res. 20, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 19. 3:25:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:22:32 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:17:41 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.J. Res. 20. 3:17:38 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:17:10 P.M. - H.J. Res. 20 Mr. Ney moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution. H.J. Res. 20 — "Providing for the appointment of Robert P. Kogod as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution." 3:17:08 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:11:14 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.J. Res. 19. 3:11:11 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:10:57 P.M. - H.J. Res. 19 Mr. Ney moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution. H.J. Res. 19 — "Providing for the appointment of Shirley Ann Jackson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution." 3:08:07 P.M. - H.R. 683 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:56:50 P.M. - H.R. 683 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 683. 2:56:46 P.M. - H.R. 683 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:56:29 P.M. - H.R. 683 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 683 — "To amend the Trademark Act of 1946 with respect to dilution by blurring or tarnishment." 2:56:28 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:56:25 P.M. - H.R. 1038 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:47:42 P.M. - H.R. 1038 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1038. 2:47:39 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:47:21 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1038 — "To amend title 28, United States Code, to allow a judge to whom a case is transferred to retain jurisdiction over certain multidistrict litigation cases for trial, and for other purposes." 2:47:20 P.M. - S. 167 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:47:17 P.M. - S. 167 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:24:18 P.M. - S. 167 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 167. 2:24:16 P.M. - S. 167 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:23:59 P.M. - S. 167 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 167 — "To provide for the protection of intellectual property rights, and for other purposes." 2:23:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 53 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:23:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 53 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:17:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 53 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 53. 2:17:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 53 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:17:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 53 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 53 — "Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the issuance of the 500,000th design patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office." 2:16:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:01:46 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:22 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Johnson, Eddie Bernice of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:00:55 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:54 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Timothy B. Johnson, Pastor, The Church of the Redeemer, Bowie, Maryland. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 19. 1:06:06 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:32:00 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. at which time normal legislative business will begin. 12:31:16 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 289. 12:30:56 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Fortenberry to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 20, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:54 EDT Yes 11:59:53 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 21, 2005. 11:59:52 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:59:41 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett (MD) moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:16:46 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 10:12:17 P.M. - H.R. 6 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 6 as unfinished business. 10:12:10 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Dingell amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 188 - 243 (Roll no. 123). 10:04:29 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 200 - 231 (Roll no. 122). 9:57:39 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Boehlert amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 177 - 254 (Roll no. 121). 9:50:53 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Johnson (CT) amendment; as amended Agreed to by recorded vote: 346 - 85 (Roll no. 120). 9:42:56 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Rogers (MI) amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 259 - 172 (Roll no. 119). 9:36:01 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Bishop (NY) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 170 - 259 (Roll no. 118). 9:29:16 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 166 - 262 (Roll no. 117). 9:21:26 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Kaptur amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 239 (Roll no. 116). 9:15:11 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Solis amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 182 - 248 (Roll no. 115). 8:51:08 P.M. - H.R. 6 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of specified amendments which were debated earlier in the legislative day and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 8:50:57 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Solis amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Solis demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Solis amendment until later in the legislative day. 8:40:10 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Solis amendment. 8:39:34 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Ms. Solis, numbered 14 printed in House Report 109-49 to strike all of Title III, Subtitle D, the Refinery Revitalization Act. 8:39:03 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Conaway amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 8:32:24 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes on the Conaway amendment. 8:31:50 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Conaway, numbered 13 printed in House Report 109-49 to provide that DOE, in consultation with the Department of Labor, will evaluate and report on both the short term and longer term availability of skilled workers to meet the energy security of the United States, addressing the availability of skilled labor at both entry level and at more senior levels in the oil, gas, and mineral industries. 8:31:21 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kaptur amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Kaptur amendment until later in the legislative day. 8:21:21 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kaptur amendment. 8:21:00 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Ms. Kaptur, numbered 12 printed in House Report 109-49 to provide the Secretary of Energy the authority to include in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve alternative fuels, including ethanol and biodiesel and rename the reserve the "Strategic Fuels Reserve". 8:20:34 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Abercrombie amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 8:08:31 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Abercrombie amendment. 8:08:06 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Abercrombie, numbered 11 printed in House Report 109-49 to authorize a 3-year demonstration program for the production of ethanol in Hawaii to parallel the existing program for corn to show that the process can be applicable to cane sugar and can be replicated on larger scale once the sugar cane industry has site located and constructed ethanol production facilities. 8:07:23 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waxman amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Waxman amendment until later in the legislative day. 7:58:29 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waxman amendment. 7:58:07 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 9 printed in House Report 109-49 to require the Administration to take "voluntary, regulatory, and other actions" to reduce oil demand in the U.S. by 1 million barrels per day from projected levels by 2013. 7:57:58 P.M. - H.R. 6 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 7:57:47 P.M. - H.R. 6 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 6 — "To ensure jobs for our future with secure, affordable, and reliable energy." 7:54:53 P.M. - H.R. 6 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Waxman asked unanimous consent that his amendment numbered 9 printed in House Report 109-49, be made in order during the consideration of H.R. 6 in the Committee of the Whole at any time. Agreed to without objection. 7:54:52 P.M. - H.R. 6 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 6 as unfinished business. 7:51:08 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Dingell amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:50:08 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Dingell, numbered 10 printed in House Report 109-49 to authorize $20 million for the Administrator of GSA to proceed with the Sun Wall Design Project, the winning entry in a national design competition sponsored jointly by DOE and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, to install a photovoltaic solar electric system on the headquarters building of DOE. 7:48:31 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Slaughter amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:43:51 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Slaughter amendment. 7:43:22 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Ms. Slaughter, numbered 8 printed in House Report 109-49 require any escalator being installed in federal buildings to be an Intermittent Escalator. In addition, federal agencies would also be encouraged to incorporate other escalator energy conservation measures. 7:42:59 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Bishop amendment until later in the legislative day. 7:10:46 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment. 7:10:13 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (NY), numbered 7 printed in House Report 109-49 to help lower gas prices, increase energy efficiency standards, and eliminate special interest subsidies and instead invest those resources in new technology with the idea of creating a better energy future. 7:09:28 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rogers (MI) amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Holt demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Rogers (MI) amendment until later in the legislative day. Disposition of the underlying Johnson (CT) amendment remains pending subject to the final action on the perfecting Rogers (MI) amendment. 6:51:00 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rogers (MI) amendment. 6:49:51 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rogers (MI) to the Johnson (CT) amendment (A005), numbered 6 printed in House Report 109-49 to the amendment offered by Mrs. Johnson of Connecticut. The amendment directs the Administrator of the EPA to revise certain Federal vehicle fuel economy adjustment factors to take into consideration higher speed limits, faster acceleration rates, variations in temperature, use of air conditioning, shorter city test cycle lengths, and the use of other fuel depleting features to provide consumers with accurate fuel economy information on new vehicle labels. 6:44:48 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Johnson (CT) amendment. 6:44:28 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Johnson (CT), numbered 5 printed in House Report 109-49 to require that the EPA's fuel economy test procedures reflect current driving patterns and conditions and provide consumers with more accurate information about fuel economy. 6:43:00 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Boehlert amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Boehlert demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Boehlert amendment until later in the legislative day. 6:13:33 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Boehlert amendment. 6:12:27 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Boehlert, numbered 4 printed in House Report 109-49 to direct the Secretary of Transportation to increase fuel economy standards from today's average of 25 mpg to 33 mpg over 10 years (by 2015), consistent with the findings of the National Academy of Sciences, in order to save 10% of the gasoline the nation would otherwise consume by 2015. The amendment also directs the Secretary to maximize job retention in the American auto manufacturing sector and to prevent taking actions that would reduce safety. 6:11:54 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Markey amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Markey demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Markey amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:34:30 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Markey amendment. 5:33:19 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 3 printed in House Report 109-49 to strike the provisions of the bill that will allow oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. 5:32:54 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Dingell amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Dingell demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Dingell amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:12:01 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Dingell amendment. 5:11:24 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Dingell, numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-49 to authorize FERC to deter and punish fraud and manipulation in electricity and gas markets, increase penalties for Federal Power Act violations, authorizes FERC to refund all electricity overcharges, does not repeal the PUHCA, and directs the SEC to review utility holding companies' status under PUHCA to prevent them from wrongly claiming exemptions. The amendment retains a number of valuable provisions from Title XII, such as "open access" for public power entities, and does not modify the "native load" provisions adopted in the Energy and Commerce Committee. The amendment retains Title XII's electric transmission provision, including the spending caps. 5:10:42 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Hall amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:59:08 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hall amendment. 4:58:27 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hall, numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-49 to make various technical and conforming changes. 2:56:16 P.M. - H.R. 6 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour and thirty minutes of general debate on H.R. 6. 2:55:35 P.M. - H.R. 6 The Speaker designated the Honorable Shelley Moore Capito to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 2:55:34 P.M. - H.R. 6 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 219 and Rule XVIII. 2:55:04 P.M. - H.R. 6 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6 with 1 hour and 30 minutes of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. 2:54:59 P.M. - H.R. 6 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 219. H.R. 6 — "To ensure jobs for our future with secure, affordable, and reliable energy." 2:54:58 P.M. - H. Res. 219 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:54:53 P.M. - H. Res. 219 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:54:46 P.M. - H. Res. 219 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:44:08 P.M. - H. Res. 219 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 219. 1:44:00 P.M. - H. Res. 219 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 219 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6) to ensure jobs for our future with secure, affordable, and reliable energy." 1:40:23 P.M. - H. Res. 208 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 1:40:22 P.M. - H. Res. 208 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:40:22 P.M. - H. Res. 208 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 114). 1:32:20 P.M. - H. Res. 208 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 208 — "Recognizing the University of Pittsburgh and Dr. Jonas Salk on the fiftieth anniversary of the milestone discovery of the Salk polio vaccine, which has virtually eliminated the disease and its harmful effects." 1:32:18 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:32:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 0 (Roll no. 113). 1:22:26 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 126 — "Expressing the condolences and deepest sympathies of the Congress in the aftermath of the recent school shooting at Red Lake High School in Red Lake, Minnesota." 1:22:11 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. 126 and H. Res. 208 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:21:47 P.M. - H. Res. 219 On motion to consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 193 (Roll no. 112). 12:57:35 P.M. - H. Res. 219 DEBATE - At the conclusion of debate on the point of order the Chair put the question on consideration of the resolution and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Subsequently, Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays. 12:34:49 P.M. - H. Res. 219 POINT OF ORDER - Prior to consideration of H. Res. 219, Mr. McGovern rose to a point of order against the resolution. Mr. McGovern stated that certain contents of the resolution violated section 426 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to the extent that the resolution provided for an unfunded mandate. Pursuant to section 426(b)(2) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, the Chair announced that Mr. McGovern had met the threshold required by the Act and recognized Mr. McGovern and Mr. Sessions for 10 minutes each to discuss the point of order. 12:32:50 P.M. - H. Res. 219 CONSIDERATION OF H. RES. 219 - By direction of the Committee on Rules, Mr. Sessions called up H. Res. 219 and asked for its immediate consideration. 12:30:51 P.M. - H. Res. 208 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:21:50 P.M. - H. Res. 208 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 208. 12:21:49 P.M. - H. Res. 208 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:21:10 P.M. - H. Res. 208 Mr. Murphy moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 208 — "Recognizing the University of Pittsburgh and Dr. Jonas Salk on the fiftieth anniversary of the milestone discovery of the Salk polio vaccine, which has virtually eliminated the disease and its harmful effects." 12:20:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 11:51:37 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 126. 11:48:43 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:48:29 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 126 Mr. Kline moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 126 — "Expressing the condolences and deepest sympathies of the Congress in the aftermath of the recent school shooting at Red Lake High School in Red Lake, Minnesota." 11:46:21 A.M. - H. Res. 130 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:46:17 A.M. - H. Res. 130 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 11:40:08 A.M. - H. Res. 130 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 130. 11:40:05 A.M. - H. Res. 130 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:39:46 A.M. - H. Res. 130 Mr. Manzullo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 130 — "Recognizing the contributions of environmental systems and the technicians who install and maintain them to the quality of life of all Americans and supporting the goals and ideals of National Indoor Comfort Week." 11:39:14 A.M. - H.R. 1072 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:39:10 A.M. - H.R. 1072 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 11:27:59 A.M. - H.R. 1072 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1072. 11:27:56 A.M. - H.R. 1072 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:27:44 A.M. - H.R. 1072 Mr. Marchant moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1072 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 151 West End Street in Goliad, Texas, as the "Judge Emilio Vargas Post Office Building"." 11:27:18 A.M. - H. Res. 184 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:26:56 A.M. - H. Res. 184 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:55:30 A.M. - H. Res. 184 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 184. 10:55:25 A.M. - H. Res. 184 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:55:14 A.M. - H. Res. 184 Mr. Marchant moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 184 — "Recognizing a National Week of Hope in commemoration of the 10-year anniversary of the terrorist bombing in Oklahoma City." 10:54:37 A.M. - H.R. 1001 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:54:33 A.M. - H.R. 1001 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:42:44 A.M. - H.R. 1001 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1001. 10:42:38 A.M. - H.R. 1001 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:42:26 A.M. - H.R. 1001 Mr. Marchant moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1001 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 301 South Heatherwilde Boulevard in Pflugerville, Texas, as the "Sergeant Byron W. Norwood Post Office Building"." 10:42:16 A.M. - H.R. 504 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:41:56 A.M. - H.R. 504 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:30:16 A.M. - H.R. 504 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 504. 10:30:13 A.M. - H.R. 504 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:29:53 A.M. - H.R. 504 Mr. Marchant moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 504 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4960 West Washington Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, as the "Ray Charles Post Office Building"." 10:29:27 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later today. 10:01:49 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Speaker, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:01:22 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Shuster to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:13 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:30 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Monsignor George B. Flinn, Vicar General, Pastoral Life in Ministry Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, Pennsylvania. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 21, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:49 EDT Yes 7:28:17 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on April 25, 2005. 7:28:16 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:28:07 P.M. - Mr. Dreier moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:55:31 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:55:12 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 27. 4:55:10 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 26. 4:45:56 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 4:45:47 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 27. Agreed to without objection. 4:45:15 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, April 25, 2005 it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2005, for Morning-Hour Debates. Agreed to without objection. 4:44:43 P.M. - Mr. DeLay asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, April 21, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12 p.m. on Monday, April 25, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 4:39:45 P.M. - H.R. 6 The Clerk was authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make other necessary technical and conforming corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 6. 4:38:44 P.M. - H.R. 6 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:38:43 P.M. - H.R. 6 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 249 - 183 (Roll no. 132). 4:22:00 P.M. - H.R. 6 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 4:21:26 P.M. - H.R. 6 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:20:55 P.M. - H.R. 6 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 6. 4:20:48 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Castle amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 194 - 237 (Roll no. 131). 4:11:55 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Hastings (FL) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 243 (Roll no. 130). 4:05:54 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Capps amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 213 - 219 (Roll no. 129). 3:55:53 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Grijalva amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 203 - 227 (Roll no. 128). 3:48:08 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Kucinich amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 259 - 171 (Roll no. 127). 3:21:47 P.M. - H.R. 6 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:21:28 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Castle amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Castle demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Castle amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:10:16 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE EXTENSION - By unanimous consent, debate on the Castle amendment was extended by 4 minutes, equally divided and controlled. 2:58:46 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Castle amendment. 2:58:17 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Castle, numbered 30 printed in House Report 109-49 to strike language in the bill (section 320 of title III) which would preempt the authority of state and local governments to ensure that liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities are sited in areas where they do not pose a threat to public safety, and the states' authority to ensure that such facilities are not sited in places where they pose a threat to sensitive coastal and ocean areas. 2:57:52 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (FL) demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Hastings (FL) amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:48:51 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment. 2:48:19 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (FL), numbered 29 printed in House Report 109-49 to expand the definition of environmental justice; to direct each Federal Agency to establish an office of environmental justice; to reestablish the interagency Federal Working Group on Environmental Justice; and to require that Executive Order 12898 remain in force until changed by law. 2:48:08 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Inslee amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:43:09 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Inslee amendment. 2:42:39 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Inslee, numbered 28 printed in House Report 109-49 to reduce by 50% any royalty payments, excluding the costs of processing the rights-of-way, for wind energy generation that otherwise would be paid to the Treasury on BLM lands. This royalty relief provision terminagtes after 10 years of enactment or after the Secretary declares there exists a generation capacity of at least 10,000 megawatts of electricity from renewable sources on public lands, whichever is sooner. 2:38:35 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Capps amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Capps demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the Capps amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:57:35 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Capps amendment. 1:56:35 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Capps, to, in title XV, section 1502, strike "methyltertiary butyl ether (hereinafter in this section referred to as "MTBE") and to strike "MTBE" in each place it appears. 1:55:29 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Grijalva amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Grijalva amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:42:12 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Grijalva amendment. 1:41:49 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Grijalva, numbered 27 printed in House Report 109-49 to strike section 2005 which requires the Secretary of the Interior to suspend the collection of royalty payments to the Treasury for offshore oil and gas production on the OCS in the Gulf of Mexico. 1:41:21 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Holt amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:35:18 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Holt amendment. 1:34:53 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 26 printed in House Report 109-49 to require the Secretary of Energy, within 2 years of enactment, to report to Congress on the potential fuel savings from information technology systems that help businesses and consumers to plan their travel and avoid delays. 1:33:57 P.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kucinich amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hall demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Kucinich amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:30:13 P.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kucinich amendment. 1:29:36 P.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kucinich, numbered 25 printed in House Report 109-49 to authorize a National Academy of Sciences study on the feasibility of mustard seed as a feedstock for biodiesel. 1:28:50 P.M. - H.R. 6 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Hall of Texas asked unanimous consent that a motion to strike offered by Mrs. Capps be debatable for not to exceed 30 minutes, equally divided and controlled. Agreed to without objection. 1:27:58 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Israel amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 302 - 128 (Roll no. 126). 12:36:01 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Engel amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 190 (Roll no. 125). 12:17:21 P.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Udall (NM) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 204 - 225 (Roll no. 124). 11:52:29 A.M. - H.R. 6 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:51:53 A.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Israel amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Israel demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Israel amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:46:40 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Israel amendment. 11:45:33 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Israel, numbered 24 printed in House Report 109-49 to direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the impact of the consolidation of gasoline wholesales (and above) on the gasoline retail market. 11:44:54 A.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Engel amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Engel demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Engel amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:34:09 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Engel amendment. 11:33:07 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Engel, numbered 23 printed in House Report 109-49 to make producers of "approved renewable fuels" eligible for grants to build production facilities for renewable fuels. 11:32:52 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Walsh amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:26:31 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Walsh amendment. 11:25:43 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walsh, numbered 22 printed in House Report 109-49 to establish an annual award for organizations that have advanced the field of renewable energy technology. 11:25:28 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Davis, Tom amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:23:36 A.M. - H.R. 6 EXTENSION OF DEBATE - By unanimous consent, debate on the Tom Davis (VA) amendment was extended by 2 minutes to be equally divided and controlled. 11:18:22 A.M. - H.R. 6 EXTENSION OF DEBATE - By unanimous consent, debate on the Tom Davis (VA) amendment was extended by 2 minutes to be equally divided and controlled. 11:11:15 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tom Davis (VA) amendment. 11:10:28 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Davis, Tom, numbered 21 printed in House Report 109-49 to strike section 978, which would create 2 new, Senate-confirmed assistant secretary positions within the Department of Energy. 11:10:06 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:02:13 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson-Lee amendment. 11:01:16 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson-Lee (TX), numbered 20 printed in House Report 109-49 to earmark $5 million annually for bioenergy training and education targeted to minority and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. 11:00:56 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Blumenauer amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:54:08 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Blumenauer amendment. 10:53:19 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Blumenauer, numbered 19 printed in House Report 109-49 to establish the Conserve by Bicycle Program. 10:51:53 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Millender-McDonald amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:46:52 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Millender-McDonald amendment. 10:46:14 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Ms. Millender-McDonald, numbered 18 printed in House Report 109-49 to create a Diesel Truck Retrofit and Fleet Modernization Program. 10:45:57 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Kucinich amendment; as modified Agreed to by voice vote. 10:42:10 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kucinich amendment, as modified. 10:41:34 A.M. - H.R. 6 Kucinich amendment; modified by unanimous consent. Modification strikes the number "20" the first place it appears and replaces it with the number "30". 10:39:33 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kucinich, numbered 17 printed in House Report 109-49 to increase the number of project grants to local governments under the pilot program for the Energy Department's Clean Cities program from 15 to 30, and reduces the amount of the maximum grant from $20 million to $15 million. 10:38:21 A.M. - H.R. 6 On agreeing to the Ford amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:35:25 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ford amendment. 10:32:46 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ford, numbered 16 printed in House Report 109-49 to authorize a total of $3 billion over ten years for a program to encourage the domestic production of hybrid and advanced vehicle diesel vehicles by providing grants to manufacturers and incentives to customers to purchase such vehicles. 10:31:11 A.M. - H.R. 6 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Udall (NM) amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Udall (NM) demanded a recorded vote and pursuant to the rule, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Udall (NM) amendment until later in the legislative day. 10:20:00 A.M. - H.R. 6 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 219, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Udall (NM) amendment. 10:19:23 A.M. - H.R. 6 An amendment, offered by Mr. Udall (NM), numbered 15 printed in House Report 109-49 to strike section 631. 10:15:27 A.M. - H.R. 6 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:15:12 A.M. - H.R. 6 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 6 — "To ensure jobs for our future with secure, affordable, and reliable energy." 10:02:11 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Speaker, would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle. 10:01:36 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Berkley to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:31 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Bishop Vicken Aykazian, The Armenian Catholic Church of America, Washington, DC. 10:00:15 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 25, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:46 EDT Yes 12:04:02 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on April 26, 2005. 12:03:00 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 643. The Senate passed H.R. 1268 with amendments, insisted on their amendments, and requested a conference with the House. 12:02:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:00 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Rick Renzi to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 26, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:42 EDT Yes 10:44:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 27, 2005. 10:44:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:44:00 P.M. - Mr. Carter moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:15:34 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 235 and H. Res. 236. 8:52:01 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Wednesday, April 27, 2005, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 902, as amended, and the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. 81, which were ordered on Tuesday, April 26, 2005. 8:51:20 P.M. - United States Capitol Preservation Commission - Pursuant to 40 U.S.C. 188a, the Majority Leader appointed the following member of the House to the United States Capitol Preservation Commission: Ms. Kaptur. 8:50:18 P.M. - United States Capitol Preservation Commission - Pursuant to 40 U.S.C. 188a, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the United States Capitol Preservation Commission: Mr. Lewis of CA and Mr. Shuster. 7:43:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:41:42 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 4. 7:41:40 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 3. 7:40:04 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 3. and Mr. Norwood for 5 min. 7:40:02 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 28: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Portman for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, Mr. Norwood for 5 min, and Mr. McHenry for 5 min. 7:40:00 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 27: Mr. Hensarling for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Portman for 5 min, Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min, and Mr. McHenry for 5 min. 7:37:27 P.M. - Mrs. Miller (MI) filed a report from the Committee on House Administration on H. Res. 224. 7:36:13 P.M. - H. Res. 232 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:36:10 P.M. - H. Res. 232 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:35:30 P.M. - H. Res. 232 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 232 — "Permitting official photographs of the House of Representatives to be taken while the House is in actual session on a date designated by the Speaker." 7:35:00 P.M. - H. Res. 232 Mrs. Miller (MI) asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 7:34:44 P.M. - Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Advisory Panel - Pursuant to section 101(f)(3) of the Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-170), and the order of the House of January 4, 2005,, the Speaker appointed Mr. J. Russell Doumas, Columbia, Missouri, to a four-year term.. 7:33:00 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The Speaker appointed conferees: Nussle, Ryun (KS), and Spratt. 7:32:00 P.M. - H.R. 1268 The Speaker appointed conferees: Lewis (CA), Young (FL), Regula, Rogers (KY), Wolf, Kolbe, Walsh, Taylor (NC), Hobson, Bonilla, Knollenberg, Obey, Murtha, Dicks, Sabo, Mollohan, Visclosky, Lowey, and Edwards. 7:28:46 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:28:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On motion that the House instruct conferees Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 348 - 72 (Roll no. 134). 7:11:31 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On motion that the House instruct conferees Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 417 - 4 (Roll no. 133). 6:51:17 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Speaker announced the unfinished business was the question on agreeing to the Obey motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 1268 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. The Speaker put the question on adoption of the motion and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Sabo demanded the yeas and nays. 6:48:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Herseth motion to instruct conferees the Chair put the question on agreeing to the motion and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Herseth demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed futher proceedings on the Herseth motion to instruct until later in the legislative day. 6:48:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The previous question was ordered without objection. 5:35:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Ms. Herseth moved that the House instruct conferees. 5:35:00 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Herseth motion to instruct conferees on H. Con. Res. 95. The instructions contained in the motion seek to (1) recede to the following findings of the Senate: (A) Medicaid provides essential health care and long-term care services; and (B) Medicaid is a Federal guarantee that ensures the most vulnerable will have access to needed medical services; (2) to strike reconciliation instructions to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and recede to the Senate by including language declaring a reconciliation bill shall not be reported that achieves spending reductions that would (A) undermine the role of Medicaid; (B) cap Federal Medicaid sending; (C) undermine the Federal guarantee of health insurance coverage Medicaid provides; (3) to recede to the Senate on section 310; and (4) to make adjustments necessary to offset the cost without any increase in the deficit. 5:34:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On motion that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference Agreed to without objection. 5:34:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Mr. Nussle asked unanimous consent that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference. 5:33:51 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 26. 4:58:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 5:30 P.M. today. 4:54:27 P.M. - H.R. 1268 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Obey motion to instruct conferees the Chair put the question on agreeing to the motion and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Obey objected to the voice vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Subsequently the Chair postponed futher proceedings on the Obey motion to instruct until later in the legislative day and the point of no quorum was considered withdrawn. 4:54:06 P.M. - H.R. 1268 The previous question was ordered without objection. 4:38:24 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Obey Motion to Instruct Conferees. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the managers on the part of the House to insist on the highest levels of funding withint the scope of conference for Customs and Border Protection, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement and to agree to the Senate provision regarding including requests for future funding military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq in the annual budget of the President. 4:38:13 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Obey moved that the House instruct conferees. 4:37:42 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On motion that the House disagree to the Senate amendments, and agree to a conference Agreed to without objection. 4:37:41 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) asked unanimous consent that the House disagree to the Senate amendments, and agree to a conference 4:27:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:09:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 81. 4:09:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:08:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 81 — "Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the two-year anniversary of the human rights crackdown in Cuba." 4:08:55 P.M. - H.R. 749 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:08:44 P.M. - H.R. 749 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:55:26 P.M. - H.R. 749 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 749. 3:55:25 P.M. - H.R. 749 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:54:52 P.M. - H.R. 749 Mr. Castle moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 749 — "To amend the Federal Credit Union Act to provide expanded access for persons in the field of membership of a Federal credit union to money order, check cashing, and money transfer services." 3:54:36 P.M. - H.R. 902 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:37:28 P.M. - H.R. 902 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 902. 3:37:26 P.M. - H.R. 902 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:37:14 P.M. - H.R. 902 Mr. Castle moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 902 — "To improve circulation of the $1 coin, create a new bullion coin, and for other purposes." 3:37:13 P.M. - H. Res. 227 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:37:10 P.M. - H. Res. 227 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:26:31 P.M. - H. Res. 227 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 227. 3:26:29 P.M. - H. Res. 227 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:26:10 P.M. - H. Res. 227 Mr. Davis, Tom moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 227 — "Recognizing and honoring the contributions of Indian Americans to economic innovation and society generally." 3:26:09 P.M. - H.R. 1524 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:26:06 P.M. - H.R. 1524 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:12:50 P.M. - H.R. 1524 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1524. 3:12:48 P.M. - H.R. 1524 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:12:33 P.M. - H.R. 1524 Mr. LaTourette moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1524 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12433 Antioch Road in Overland Park, Kansas, as the "Ed Eilert Post Office Building"." 3:12:32 P.M. - H.R. 1236 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:12:29 P.M. - H.R. 1236 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:07:45 P.M. - H.R. 1236 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1236. 3:07:43 P.M. - H.R. 1236 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:07:31 P.M. - H.R. 1236 Mr. LaTourette moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1236 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 750 4th Street in Sparks, Nevada, as the "Mayor Tony Armstrong Memorial Post Office"." 3:07:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 41 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:07:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 41 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:58:20 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 41 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 41. 2:58:18 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 41 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:58:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 41 Mr. LaTourette moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 41 — "Recognizing the second century of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and supporting the mission and goals of that organization." 2:57:38 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:57:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:46:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 96. 2:46:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:46:28 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 Mrs. Biggert moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 96 — "Recognizing the significance of African American women in the United States scientific community." 2:46:27 P.M. - H.R. 28 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:46:23 P.M. - H.R. 28 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:17:47 P.M. - H.R. 28 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 28. 2:17:45 P.M. - H.R. 28 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:17:34 P.M. - H.R. 28 Mrs. Biggert moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 28 — "To amend the High-Performance Computing Act of 1991." 2:17:33 P.M. - H.R. 1158 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:17:27 P.M. - H.R. 1158 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:05:34 P.M. - H.R. 1158 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1158. 2:05:32 P.M. - H.R. 1158 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:05:18 P.M. - H.R. 1158 Mrs. Biggert moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1158 — "To reauthorize the Steel and Aluminum Energy Conservation and Technology Competitiveness Act of 1988." 2:04:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until after 6:30 p.m. today. 2:02:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:10 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. McNulty to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:10 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 26. 12:58:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:33:45 P.M. - MORNING HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. at which time normal legislative business will begin. 12:32:37 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 893. 12:30:59 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tom Price to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 27, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:38 EDT Yes 11:22:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 28, 2005. 11:22:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:22:00 P.M. - Mr. Scott (VA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:49:12 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 8:48:49 P.M. - Mr. Putnam filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 242. 8:47:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:44:56 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 4: Mr. Smith of NJ for 5 min, Mr. McHenry for 5 min, and Mr. Gutknecht for 5 min. 8:44:54 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Mr. McHenry be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 3. 8:36:34 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:35:15 P.M. - H. Res. 240 Passed House pursuant to H. Res. 241. 8:35:00 P.M. - H. Res. 241 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:34:59 P.M. - H. Res. 241 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 406 - 20, 1 Present (Roll no. 145). 8:12:14 P.M. - H. Res. 241 The previous question was ordered without objection. 7:03:22 P.M. - H. Res. 241 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 241. 7:03:12 P.M. - H. Res. 241 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 241 — "Providing for the adoption of the resolution (H. Res. 240) amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to reinstate certain provisions of the rules relating to procedures of the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to the form in which those provisions existed at the close of the 108th Congress." 7:03:11 P.M. - H. Res. 241 On motion to consider the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 7:02:51 P.M. - H. Res. 241 Mr. Dreier moved to consider the resolution. 7:00:17 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 241. 6:58:59 P.M. - Mr. Thomas filed a report from the Committee on Ways and Means on H. Res. 170. 6:58:27 P.M. - H.R. 748 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:58:26 P.M. - H.R. 748 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 270 - 157 (Roll no. 144). 6:50:31 P.M. - H.R. 748 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 183 - 245 (Roll no. 143). 6:26:00 P.M. - H.R. 748 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Nadler motion to recommit. 6:25:15 P.M. - H.R. 748 Mr. Nadler moved to recommit with instructions to Judiciary. 6:23:33 P.M. - H.R. 748 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 6:23:24 P.M. - H.R. 748 The House adopted the amendment as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 6:23:16 P.M. - H.R. 748 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 748. 6:22:08 P.M. - H.R. 748 On agreeing to the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 177 - 252 (Roll no. 142). 6:11:58 P.M. - H.R. 748 On agreeing to the Scott (VA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 245 (Roll no. 141). 5:49:08 P.M. - H.R. 748 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of specified amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:48:46 P.M. - H.R. 748 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson -Lee (TX) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further consideration until later in the legislative day. 5:28:08 P.M. - H.R. 748 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 236 the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Jackson-Lee (TX) amendment. 5:27:17 P.M. - H.R. 748 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson-Lee (TX), numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-56 to add to the exceptions to the offense of transporting minors for the purpose of obtaining an illegal abortion grandparents of the minor and members of the clergy. 5:26:43 P.M. - H.R. 748 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Scott (VA) amendment the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Scott (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further consideration until later in the legislative day. 5:09:25 P.M. - H.R. 748 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 236 the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Scott (VA) amendment. 5:08:50 P.M. - H.R. 748 An amendment, offered by Mr. Scott (VA), numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-56 to immunize taxicab drivers, bus drivers, others in the business of professional transport, doctors, nurses, and/or other medical providers or their staff from the transportation provision of the bill. 3:53:46 P.M. - H.R. 748 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 748. 3:53:39 P.M. - H.R. 748 The Speaker designated the Honorable Mark Foley to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:53:38 P.M. - H.R. 748 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 236 and Rule XVIII. 3:53:25 P.M. - H.R. 748 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 748 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Specified amendments are in order. 3:53:20 P.M. - H.R. 748 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 236. H.R. 748 — "To amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent the transportation of minors in circumvention of certain laws relating to abortion, and for other purposes." 3:51:19 P.M. - H. Res. 210 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed until April 28. 3:43:22 P.M. - H. Res. 210 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 210. 3:43:19 P.M. - H. Res. 210 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:43:06 P.M. - H. Res. 210 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 210 — "Supporting the goals of World Intellectual Property Day, and recognizing the importance of intellectual property in the United States and worldwide." 3:42:43 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until April 28. 3:41:19 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:40:59 P.M. - H. Res. 22 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:40:55 P.M. - H. Res. 22 On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 188 - 222 (Roll no. 140). 3:19:17 P.M. - H. Res. 22 The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered without objection. 3:18:57 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Ms. Velazquez moved to recommit to Small Business. 3:18:43 P.M. - H. Res. 22 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:09:25 P.M. - H. Res. 22 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 22. 2:08:51 P.M. - H. Res. 22 On agreeing to the Rules amendment; Agreed to without objection. 2:08:46 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Amendment reported by the House Committee on Rules, Amended language made in order and considered as adopted pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 235. 2:08:00 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 22 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit. 2:07:55 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 235. H. Res. 22 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that American small businesses are entitled to a Small Business Bill of Rights." 2:07:09 P.M. - H. Res. 236 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:06:57 P.M. - H. Res. 236 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:06:57 P.M. - H. Res. 236 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 192 (Roll no. 139). 1:58:29 P.M. - H. Res. 236 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 236 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 748) to amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent the transportation of minors in circumvention of certain laws relating to abortion, and for other purposes." 1:58:24 P.M. - H. Res. 235 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:58:15 P.M. - H. Res. 235 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:58:14 P.M. - H. Res. 235 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 201 (Roll no. 138). 1:49:35 P.M. - H. Res. 235 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 235 — "Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 22) expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that American small businesses are entitled to a Small Business Bill of Rights." 1:49:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:49:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 27, 2 Present (Roll no. 137). 1:39:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 81 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 81 — "Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the two-year anniversary of the human rights crackdown in Cuba." 1:38:54 P.M. - H.R. 902 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 1:38:50 P.M. - H.R. 902 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:38:48 P.M. - H.R. 902 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 6 (Roll no. 136). 1:19:45 P.M. - H.R. 902 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 902 — "To improve circulation of the $1 coin, create a new bullion coin, and for other purposes." 1:16:27 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated yesterday and on the ordering of the previous question on two privileged resolutions and on the question of adoption of those resolutions which had been debated earlier today and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:15:58 P.M. - H. Res. 239 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:15:56 P.M. - H. Res. 239 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:15:17 P.M. - H. Res. 239 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 239 — "Dismissing the election contest relating to the office of Representative from the Sixth Congressional District of Tennessee." 1:15:17 P.M. - H. Res. 239 Mr. Ney asked unanimous consent to consider. 1:15:09 P.M. - H. Res. 224 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:15:06 P.M. - H. Res. 224 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:56:39 P.M. - H. Res. 224 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 224. 12:56:37 P.M. - H. Res. 224 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:56:23 P.M. - H. Res. 224 Mr. Ney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 224 — "Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Ninth Congress." 12:55:30 P.M. - Mr. Ney filed a report from the Committee on House Administration on H. Res. 239. 12:54:50 P.M. - H. Res. 236 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 236 under the rule, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 11:53:43 A.M. - H. Res. 236 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 236. 11:50:28 A.M. - H. Res. 236 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 236 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 748) to amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent the transportation of minors in circumvention of certain laws relating to abortion, and for other purposes." 11:48:36 A.M. - H. Res. 235 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 235 under the rule, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Matsui demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 11:14:56 A.M. - H. Res. 235 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 235. 11:12:39 A.M. - H. Res. 235 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 235 — "Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 22) expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that American small businesses are entitled to a Small Business Bill of Rights." 11:12:37 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 27. 11:01:33 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:59:58 A.M. - OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPH OF THE HOUSE IN SESSION - The House returned from recess and resumed its' sitting for the purpose of having the Official Photograph of the House in Session taken. 10:59:49 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 27. 10:55:54 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:54:49 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 371 - 47, 1 Present (Roll no. 135). 10:29:42 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Speaker announced the unfinished business was the question on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal. The Speaker put the question on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded the yeas and nays. 10:03:25 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Speaker, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:03:20 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 28. 10:02:50 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Davis of KY to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:43 A.M. - POSTPONED APPROVAL OF JOURNAL - The Speaker announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Chocola demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Chocola objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and pursuant to the rule, the Speaker postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. The point of order was withdrawn. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Fred S. Hollomon, Chaplain, Kansas Senate, Topeka, Kansas. 10:00:10 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 28, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:34 EDT Yes 11:05:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on May 2, 2005. 11:05:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:05:00 P.M. - Mr. Portman moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:02:33 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 9:02:16 P.M. - Mr. Foley requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 5. 8:57:44 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:52:44 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 29 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:52:24 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 29 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 8:52:08 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 29 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 29 — "Providing for a conditional adjournment of the Senate." 8:51:56 P.M. - Mr. Sessions asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on May 4. Agreed to without objection. 8:51:27 P.M. - Mr. Sessions asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, May 2, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2005, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 8:51:17 P.M. - Mr. Sessions asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, April 28, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 2, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 8:43:59 P.M. - House of Representatives Page Board - the Minority Leader appointed the following member of the House to the House of Representatives Page Board: Mr. Kildee. 8:43:58 P.M. - Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Advisory Panel - the Minority Leader appointed Ms. Loretta Goff of New York. 8:38:57 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 29. 8:37:36 P.M. - H. Res. 210 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:37:35 P.M. - H. Res. 210 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 315 - 0 (Roll no. 150). 8:30:35 P.M. - H. Res. 210 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 210 — "Supporting the goals of World Intellectual Property Day, and recognizing the importance of intellectual property in the United States and worldwide." 8:29:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Motions to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:29:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 On agreeing to the conference report Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 211 (Roll no. 149). 8:01:19 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 The previous question was ordered without objection. 6:35:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the conference report to accompany H. Con. Res. 95. 6:35:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Mr. Nussle brought up conference report H. Rept. 109-62 for consideration under the provisions of H. Res. 248. 6:33:19 P.M. - NOTICE OF INTENT TO OFFER QUESTION OF PRIVILEGE - Mr. Conyers notified the House of his intent to offer a resolution raising a question of the privileges of the House. 6:31:52 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by recorded vote: 345 - 75, 1 Present (Roll no. 148). 6:23:28 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal which had been considered earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:22:59 P.M. - H. Res. 248 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:22:44 P.M. - H. Res. 248 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 6:22:43 P.M. - H. Res. 248 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 196 (Roll no. 147). 4:54:01 P.M. - H. Res. 248 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 248. 4:52:47 P.M. - H. Res. 248 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 248 — "Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 95) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2006, revising appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2005, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2007 through 2010, and for other purposes." 4:51:57 P.M. - Mr. Putnam filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 248. 4:51:44 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 28. 2:47:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:46:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 95 Conference report H. Rept. 109-62 filed. 2:46:14 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 28. 11:33:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 11:29:29 A.M. - H. Res. 242 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:29:29 A.M. - H. Res. 242 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 199 (Roll no. 146). 11:04:57 A.M. - H. Res. 242 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:18:26 A.M. - H. Res. 242 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 242. 10:18:14 A.M. - H. Res. 242 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 242 — "Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules." 10:05:15 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to five per side of the aisle. 10:02:50 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Capps to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:40 A.M. - POSTPONED APPROVAL OF JOURNAL - The Speaker announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Foley demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Foley objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and pursuant to the rule, the Speaker postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. The point of order was withdrawn. 10:00:26 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Dr. Ivan N. Raley, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Byrdstown, Tennessee. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 2, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:31 EDT Yes 2:05:11 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on May 3, 2005. 2:04:14 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives the Clerk notified the House that he had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on April 29, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. stating that the Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 41 without amendment, the Senate agreed to the Conference Report H. Con. Res. 95 and that the Senate agreed to H.J. Res. 19 and H.J. Res. 20 both without amendment. 2:03:14 P.M. - HISTORIAN OF THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - Pursuant to clause 7 of Rule II and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the Chair announced that on Thursday, April 28 2005, the Speaker appointed Dr. Robert V. Remeni as Historian of the United States House of Representatives. 2:03:13 P.M. - WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE - The Chair announced that in light of the resignation of Mr. Portman of Ohio the whole number of the House Membership was adjusted to 434. 2:03:12 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Portman wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 12:00 p.m. on April 29, 2005. 2:03:11 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 382 and S. 976. 2:02:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair lead the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:00:37 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:09 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tim Murphy to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:00 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 3, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:28 EDT Yes 11:59:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 4, 2005. 11:59:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:59:00 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett (MD) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:01:15 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:58:50 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 10. 7:58:48 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 5: Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Norwood for 5 min. 7:58:46 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 4: Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Gingrey for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. McCaul of TX for 5 min, Mr. Gohmert for 5 min, and Mr. Smith of NJ for 5 min. 7:43:56 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:42:52 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Wednesday, May 4, 2005, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 233, as amended, and the roll call votes on the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. 127 and H. Res. 195, which were ordered on Tuesday, May 3, 2005. 7:39:00 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the provisions of 4 U.S.C. 2702, the Clerk appointed Susan Palmer of Aurora, Illinois, as a member of the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress. 7:38:35 P.M. - ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON RECORDS OF CONGRESS - Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 2702, the Minority Leader appointed Dr. Joseph Cooper of Maryland to the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress. 7:38:18 P.M. - ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON THE RECORDS OF CONGRESS - Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 2702, and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, the, the Speaker reappointed Mr. Timothy J. Johnson, Minnetonka, Minnesota, on the part of the House to the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress. 7:37:19 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 254 and H. Res. 255. 7:31:54 P.M. - H. Res. 228 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 7:31:50 P.M. - H. Res. 228 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:31:49 P.M. - H. Res. 228 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 152). 7:16:16 P.M. - H. Res. 228 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 228 — "Observing the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Republic of Vietnam to the Communist forces of North Vietnam." 7:14:44 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) asked unanimous consent that managers on the part of the House have until midnight on May 3 to file a conference report on H.R. 1268. Agreed to without objection. 7:14:43 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 228, as amended, which was debated earlier and on which futher proceedings had been postponed. 7:14:35 P.M. - H. Res. 253 On motion to table the measure Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 196 (Roll no. 151). 6:52:21 P.M. - H. Res. 253 Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to table the measure. 5:34:37 P.M. - H. Res. 253 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 253. 5:34:36 P.M. - H. Res. 253 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 253 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 5:33:54 P.M. - H. Res. 253 RESOLUTION RAISING QUESTION OF PRIVILEGE - Mr. Conyers submitted a resolution raising a question of the privileges of the House. Upon examination of the resolution, the Chair determined that the resolution did constitute a question of the privileges of the House and pursuant to rule 9 of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the Chair recognized Mr. Conyers and a Member opposed thereto, each for 30 minutes. 5:30:31 P.M. - ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Sensenbrenner asked unanimous consent that any roll call vote ordered on a motion to table H. Res. 253, a resolution raising a question of the privileges of the House offered by Mr. Conyers, be postponed to a time certain to be determined by the Speaker. Agreed to without objection. 5:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 3. 4:15:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 4:12:22 P.M. - H. Res. 233 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:02:20 P.M. - H. Res. 233 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 233. 4:02:15 P.M. - H. Res. 233 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:56 P.M. - H. Res. 233 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 233 — "Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day during World War II." 4:01:25 P.M. - H. Res. 195 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:50:55 P.M. - H. Res. 195 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 195. 3:50:53 P.M. - H. Res. 195 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:50:36 P.M. - H. Res. 195 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 195 — "Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and the Liberation of Western Bohemia." 3:49:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:32:20 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 127. 3:32:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:31:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 127 — "Calling on the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to transfer Charles Ghankay Taylor, former President of the Republic of Liberia, to the Special Court for Sierra Leone to be tried for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and other serious violations of international humanitarian law." 3:31:29 P.M. - H. Res. 228 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:10:28 P.M. - H. Res. 228 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 228. 3:10:26 P.M. - H. Res. 228 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:10:07 P.M. - H. Res. 228 Mr. Fortenberry moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 228 — "Observing the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Republic of Vietnam to the Communist forces of North Vietnam." 3:09:43 P.M. - H. Res. 216 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:09:39 P.M. - H. Res. 216 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:56:40 P.M. - H. Res. 216 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 216. 2:56:32 P.M. - H. Res. 216 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:56:14 P.M. - H. Res. 216 Mr. Ehlers moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 216 — "To honor the late playwright Arthur Miller and the University of Michigan for its intention of building a theatre in his name." 2:55:50 P.M. - H. Res. 218 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:55:47 P.M. - H. Res. 218 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:19:54 P.M. - H. Res. 218 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 218. 2:19:51 P.M. - H. Res. 218 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:19:25 P.M. - H. Res. 218 Mr. Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 218 — "Congratulating charter schools and their students, parents, teachers, and administrators across the United States for their ongoing contributions to education, and for other purposes." 2:19:14 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:18:14 P.M. - Commission on Civil Rights - for a six-year term, the Minority Leader appointed Mr. Michael Yaki, San Francisco, California. 2:03:01 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:01 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Kildee to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:10 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 3. 12:56:33 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:30:23 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:30:01 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Thomas E. Petri to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 4, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:24 EDT Yes 9:50:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 5, 2005. 9:50:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:50:00 P.M. - Mr. Wamp moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:51:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 5:50:00 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 258. 4:10:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:10:14 P.M. - Mr. McHenry requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 11. 4:07:23 P.M. - H. Res. 233 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:07:21 P.M. - H. Res. 233 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 158). 3:57:34 P.M. - H. Res. 233 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 233 — "Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day during World War II." 3:57:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 233, as amended, which had been debated on Tuesday, May 3, 2005 and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:56:52 P.M. - H.R. 1185 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:56:51 P.M. - H.R. 1185 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 413 - 10 (Roll no. 157). 3:30:44 P.M. - H.R. 1185 The House adopted the amendment as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 3:30:28 P.M. - H.R. 1185 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:29:32 P.M. - H.R. 1185 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1185. 3:28:59 P.M. - H.R. 1185 On agreeing to the Rohrabacher amendment; Failed by voice vote. 3:07:29 P.M. - H.R. 1185 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Rohrabacher amendment under the five minute rule. 3:07:15 P.M. - H.R. 1185 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rohrabacher, to strike section 3 of the bill (and redesignate the subsequent sections and any cross reference to any such section and conform the table of contents accordingly). 3:07:08 P.M. - H.R. 1185 By unanimous consent, the Maloney amendment was withdrawn. 3:03:53 P.M. - H.R. 1185 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Maloney amendment under the five minute rule. 3:03:37 P.M. - H.R. 1185 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Maloney, to strike "For purposes" on page 4, line 8, and insert "except as provided in subparagraph (G), for purposes"; to insert "with respect to any qualified insured depository institution" on page 4, line 15, before the comma at the end; to strike the closing quotation marks and the second period on page 7, line 2 and to insert a new subsection on page 7, line 2 entitled CONDITIONS FOR INCREASED DEPOSIT INSURANCE COVERAGE. 2:14:16 P.M. - H.R. 1185 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1185. 2:13:43 P.M. - H.R. 1185 The Speaker designated the Honorable Charles F. Bass to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:13:42 P.M. - H.R. 1185 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 255 and Rule XVIII. 2:13:32 P.M. - H.R. 1185 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1185 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendent in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill. Measure will be read by section. Bill is open to amendments. 2:13:27 P.M. - H.R. 1185 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 255. H.R. 1185 — "To reform the Federal deposit insurance system, and for other purposes." 2:12:23 P.M. - H. Res. 195 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:12:18 P.M. - H. Res. 195 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:12:17 P.M. - H. Res. 195 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 0 (Roll no. 156). 2:03:21 P.M. - H. Res. 195 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 195 — "Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and the Liberation of Western Bohemia." 2:03:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:03:14 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 1 (Roll no. 155). 1:55:13 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 127 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 127 — "Calling on the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to transfer Charles Ghankay Taylor, former President of the Republic of Liberia, to the Special Court for Sierra Leone to be tried for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and other serious violations of international humanitarian law." 1:55:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:54:34 P.M. - H.R. 366 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:54:33 P.M. - H.R. 366 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 416 - 9 (Roll no. 154). 1:45:43 P.M. - H.R. 366 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 197 - 224 (Roll no. 153). 1:22:53 P.M. - H.R. 366 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:16:22 P.M. - H.R. 366 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the George Miller (CA) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require that the bill be reported back to the House with an amendment inserting a prohibition on the use of funds for propaganda. 1:16:06 P.M. - H.R. 366 Mr. Miller, George moved to recommit with instructions to Education and Labor. 1:15:10 P.M. - H.R. 366 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 1:14:52 P.M. - H.R. 366 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:14:47 P.M. - H.R. 366 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 366. 1:13:28 P.M. - H.R. 366 On agreeing to the Millender-McDonald amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:06:55 P.M. - H.R. 366 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 254, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 15 minutes of debate on the Millender-McDonald amendment. 1:06:52 P.M. - H.R. 366 An amendment, offered by Ms. Millender-McDonald, numbered 3 printed in House Report 109-69 to provide that local funds may be used for programs that assist in the training of automotive technicians in diesel retrofitting, hybrid, hydrogen, and alternative fuel automotive technologies. 1:06:08 P.M. - H.R. 366 On agreeing to the Wu amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:58:53 P.M. - H.R. 366 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 254, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 15 minutes of debate on the Wu amendment. 12:58:49 P.M. - H.R. 366 An amendment, offered by Mr. Wu, numbered 2 printed in House Report 109-69 to allow states, as part of their state leadership activities, to use funds designed to facilitate the transition of vocational and career education students into baccalaureate degree programs; to provide that funds could be used for: statewide articulation agreements between career and technical schools and colleges and universities; dual and concurrent enrollment programs; academic and financial aid counseling; and other initiatives to encourage the pursuit of a baccalaureate degree, including those relating to geography and affecting special populations. 12:58:27 P.M. - H.R. 366 On agreeing to the Castle amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:48:58 P.M. - H.R. 366 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 254, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 15 minutes of debate on the Castle amendment. 12:48:36 P.M. - H.R. 366 An amendment, offered by Mr. Castle, numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-69 to provide that funding for Tech-Prep activities are held harmless to the amount that was appropriated to the Tech-Prep in FY05 in order to reinforce the consolidation of the Tech-Prep program with the Basic State Grant program. 11:43:46 A.M. - H.R. 366 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 366. 11:43:36 A.M. - H.R. 366 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ray LaHood to act as Chairman of the Committee. 11:43:34 A.M. - H.R. 366 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 254 and Rule XVIII. 11:43:11 A.M. - H.R. 366 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 366 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. 11:43:06 A.M. - H.R. 366 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 254. H.R. 366 — "To amend the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998 to strengthen and improve programs under that Act." 11:41:55 A.M. - H. Res. 254 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:41:50 A.M. - H. Res. 254 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:41:37 A.M. - H. Res. 254 The previous question was ordered without objection. 11:05:13 A.M. - H. Res. 254 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 254. 11:01:48 A.M. - H. Res. 254 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 254 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 366) to amend the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998 to strengthen and improve programs under that Act." 11:01:20 A.M. - H. Res. 255 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:01:14 A.M. - H. Res. 255 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:01:08 A.M. - H. Res. 255 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:53:12 A.M. - H. Res. 255 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 255. 10:49:57 A.M. - H. Res. 255 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 255 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1185) to reform the Federal deposit insurance system, and for other purposes." 10:49:36 A.M. - H.R. 1542 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:49:34 A.M. - H.R. 1542 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:37:11 A.M. - H.R. 1542 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1542. 10:37:08 A.M. - H.R. 1542 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:36:53 A.M. - H.R. 1542 Mr. Shays moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1542 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 695 Pleasant Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts, as the "Honorable Judge George N. Leighton Post Office Building"." 10:36:32 A.M. - H.R. 1082 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:36:29 A.M. - H.R. 1082 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:27:53 A.M. - H.R. 1082 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1082. 10:27:50 A.M. - H.R. 1082 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:27:36 A.M. - H.R. 1082 Mr. Shays moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1082 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 120 East Illinois Avenue in Vinita, Oklahoma, as the "Francis C. Goodpaster Post Office Building"." 10:27:23 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:03:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:02:40 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Barrett of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:02 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend M. Susan Peterson. 10:00:01 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Phil Gingrey to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 5, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:20 EDT Yes 3:55:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on May 9, 2005. 3:55:08 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:55:00 P.M. - Mr. Kline moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:48:42 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has resumed Special Order speeches. 2:47:58 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Devin Nunes. Pursuant to a decision made by the Steering Committee to place him on the Committee on Ways and Means, Mr. Nunes notified the House of his resignation from the Committees on Agriculture, Resources and Veterans Affairs. The various resignations were accepted without objection. 2:45:57 P.M. - H. Res. 264 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:45:53 P.M. - H. Res. 264 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:45:36 P.M. - H. Res. 264 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 264 — "Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 2:23:52 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has proceeded to Special Order speeches without prejudice to the possible return to legislative business. 2:23:35 P.M. - Mr. Weldon (FL) requested that Mr. Gutknecht be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 12. 2:14:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:12:31 P.M. - H. Res. 231 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:12:29 P.M. - H. Res. 231 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:12:09 P.M. - H. Res. 231 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 231 — "Recognizing and celebrating the life and accomplishments of the great African American jockey Jimmy "Wink" Winkfield and the significant contributions and excellence of other African American jockeys and trainers in the sport of horse racing and the history of the Kentucky Derby." 2:12:09 P.M. - H. Res. 231 Mr. Duncan asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 2:11:46 P.M. - H.R. 1279 Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Judiciary have until midnight on May 5 to file a report on H.R. 1279. Agreed to without objection. 2:10:45 P.M. - Mr. Murphy asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on May 11. Agreed to without objection. 2:10:44 P.M. - Mr. Murphy asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, May 9, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2005, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 2:10:43 P.M. - Mr. Murphy asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, May 5, 2005, it adjourn to meet at 12 noon on Monday, May 9, 2005. Agreed to without objection. 2:09:42 P.M. - H. Res. 250 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:09:30 P.M. - H. Res. 250 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:09:11 P.M. - H. Res. 250 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 250 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Hepatitis B Awareness Week." 2:09:10 P.M. - H. Res. 250 Mr. Murphy asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 2:03:21 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Motions to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:03:21 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On agreeing to the conference report Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 368 - 58, 1 Present (Roll no. 161). 1:53:34 P.M. - H.R. 1268 On motion to recommit with instructions to conference committee Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 201 - 225 (Roll no. 160). 1:30:42 P.M. - H.R. 1268 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions to conference committee was ordered without objection. 1:30:36 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Obey moved to recommit with instructions to the conference committee. 1:29:57 P.M. - H.R. 1268 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:15:12 P.M. - H.R. 1268 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the conference report to accompany H.R. 1268. 12:14:57 P.M. - H.R. 1268 Mr. Lewis (CA) brought up conference report H. Rept. 109-72 for consideration under the provisions of H. Res. 258. 12:01:10 P.M. - POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE - Mr. Nadler rose to a point of personal privilege and pursuant to Rule IX of the Rules of the House of Representatives, was recognized by the Chair to proceed for up to one hour on his point of personal privilege. 11:56:49 A.M. - H. Res. 258 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:56:31 A.M. - H. Res. 258 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:56:30 A.M. - H. Res. 258 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 196 (Roll no. 159). 10:29:04 A.M. - H. Res. 258 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 258. 10:28:35 A.M. - H. Res. 258 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 258 — "Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 1268) making Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes." 10:03:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which, by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:02:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pallone to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:32 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend James Brinkerhoff. 10:00:07 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 9, 2005 109TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:35:17 EDT Yes 12:03:01 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on May 10, 2005. 12:01:02 P.M. - Helping to Enhance the Livelihood of People Around the Globe Commission - Pursuant to section 637(d)(1) of the HELP Commission Act (22 U.S.C. 239b) and the order of the House of January 4, 2005, on Friday, May 6, 2005, the Speaker appointed Mr. Robert H. Michel, Washington, D.C., Mrs. Jennifer Dunn, Virginia, Mr. William C. Lane, Virginia, and Mr. Nicholas Eberstadt, Virginia. 12:01:01 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:00:02 P.M. -