110 2 CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 3, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:52 EDT Yes 12:03:55 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 61. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 15, 2008. 12:03:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:03:00 P.M. - Mr. Oberstar moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:02:59 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR - Pursuant to section 3 of H. Res. 877, 110th Congress, the Chair announced that organizational or legislative business is dispensed with on this day. The Chair further announced that bills and resolutions introduced today will be numbered today but would not be noted in the Record or referred until January 15, 2008. 12:02:58 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. 12:00:15 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Monsignor Stephen J. Rossetti, President, St. Luke Institute, Silver Spring, Maryland. 12:00:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Joseph Crowley 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 JANUARY 15, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:48 EDT Yes 10:05:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 16, 2008. 10:05:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:05:00 P.M. - Mr. Cohen moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:19:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:18:21 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 15. 7:53:03 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:50:05 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 22: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min. 7:50:04 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 18: himself for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 7:50:02 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 17: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Weldon of FL for 5 min, and Mr. English of PA for 5 min. 7:50:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 16: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Weldon of FL for 5 min. 7:43:38 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:42:20 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 918. 7:41:03 P.M. - H.R. 1585 On motion to refer the bill and the accompanying veto message to the Committee on Armed Services. Agreed to by voice vote. 7:40:47 P.M. - H.R. 1585 Mr. Hoyer moved to refer the bill and accompanying veto message to the Committee on Armed Services. 7:34:43 P.M. - H.R. 1585 The Chair laid before the House the veto message from the President. 7:32:40 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Blunt . Mr. Blunt submitted his resignation from the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resignation was accepted without objection. 7:32:39 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. 7:32:11 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Jan. 16. Agreed to without objection. 7:32:02 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR BUSINESS - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that the order of the House of January 4,2007, providing for Morning-Hour Debate be extended for the remainder of the 110th Congress, except that pursuant to H. Res. 915, the date of May 12, 2008, shall be used in lieu of May 14, 2007. Agreed to without objection. 7:31:13 P.M. - H. Res. 915 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:31:03 P.M. - H. Res. 915 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:30:31 P.M. - H. Res. 915 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 915 — "Providing for the hour of meeting of the House." 7:30:28 P.M. - H. Res. 914 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:30:24 P.M. - H. Res. 914 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:30:00 P.M. - H. Res. 914 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 914 — "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled." 7:29:49 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO NOTIFY THE PRESIDENT - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 913, the Chair announced the appointment of Representatives Hoyer and Boehner to the Committee to Notify the President. 7:29:48 P.M. - H. Res. 913 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:29:38 P.M. - H. Res. 913 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:29:28 P.M. - H. Res. 913 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 913 — "Providing for a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the Congress." 7:27:27 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Conaway to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 7:27:23 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 7:27:19 P.M. - Call of the House Quorum responded: 393 present (Roll no. 1). 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 15. 12:03:08 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 12:02:29 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF THE WHOLE NUMBER OF HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of Rule 20, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the resignations of Representatives Wicker and Jindal, the Whole Number of the House is adjusted to 431. 12:02:04 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Wicker wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 10:00 a.m. on December 31, 2007. 12:01:58 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:01:39 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ellen O. Tauscher 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 JANUARY 16, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:44 EDT Yes 9:16:04 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 17, 2008. 9:16:03 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:16:00 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:58:25 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:56:58 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 23: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min. 4:56:56 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert requested that Mr. Dreier be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on January 18. 4:56:54 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert requested that Mr. Dreier be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on January 17. 4:53:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:52:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 279 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:52:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 279 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 4:51:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 279 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 279 — "Providing for an adjournment of the House." 4:50:45 P.M. - H.R. 4986 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:50:44 P.M. - H.R. 4986 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 369 - 46 (Roll no. 11). 3:58:05 P.M. - H.R. 4986 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4986. 3:58:01 P.M. - H.R. 4986 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:57:47 P.M. - H.R. 4986 Mr. Skelton moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4986 — "To provide for the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, as previously enrolled, with certain modifications to address the foreign sovereign immunities provisions of title 28, United States Code, with respect to the attachment of property in certain judgements against Iraq, the lapse of statutory authorities for the payment of bonuses, special pays, and similar benefits for members of the uniformed services, and for other purposes." 3:56:52 P.M. - H.R. 2768 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. 2768. 3:55:51 P.M. - H.R. 2768 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:55:51 P.M. - H.R. 2768 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 199 (Roll no. 10). 3:47:52 P.M. - H.R. 2768 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 197 - 217 (Roll no. 9). 3:30:06 P.M. - H.R. 2768 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 3:18:11 P.M. - H.R. 2768 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Souder motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House promptly with an amendment inserting a new section regarding substance abuse testing. 3:17:45 P.M. - H.R. 2768 Mr. Souder moved to recommit with instructions to Education and Labor. 3:17:17 P.M. - H.R. 2768 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 3:17:04 P.M. - H.R. 2768 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:16:22 P.M. - H.R. 2768 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2768. 3:15:59 P.M. - H.R. 2768 On agreeing to the Wilson (SC) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 188 - 229 (Roll no. 8). 3:08:31 P.M. - H.R. 2768 On agreeing to the Ellsworth amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 416 - 0 (Roll no. 7). 3:02:00 P.M. - H.R. 2768 On agreeing to the Boucher amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 364 - 53 (Roll no. 6). 2:54:44 P.M. - H.R. 2768 On agreeing to the Miller, George amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 234 - 183 (Roll no. 5). 2:28:01 P.M. - 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. 2:27:59 P.M. - H.R. 2768 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Wilson(SC) amendment in the nature of a substitute, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Wilson(SC) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:04:54 P.M. - H.R. 2768 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 918, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Wilson(SC) amendment in the nature of a substitute. 2:03:51 P.M. - H.R. 2768 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Wilson (SC), numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-508 to promote the continued robust implementa tion of the 2006 MINER Act, increases worker safety by providing miners the opportunity to have a voice in mine safety, expands substance abuse programs to all mines to ensure safe working conditions for all miners, and addresses issues raised by the recent Crandall Canyon disaster. 2:03:22 P.M. - H.R. 2768 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Ellsworth amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. George Miller(CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:57:20 P.M. - H.R. 2768 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 918, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ellsworth amendment. 1:57:01 P.M. - H.R. 2768 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellsworth, numbered 3 printed in House Report 110-508 to offer relief to mine operators that have been assessed penalties and pa y them in a timely fashion. It also establishes a trust fund within Treasury, composed of mine safety civil penalties. Funds from the trust fund can be used for mine safety inspections and investigations only. 1:56:43 P.M. - H.R. 2768 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Boucher amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. George Miller(CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:48:46 P.M. - H.R. 2768 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 918, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Boucher amendment. 1:48:27 P.M. - H.R. 2768 An amendment, offered by Mr. Boucher, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-508 to authorize $10,000,000 to award grants to provide rehabilitation service s to current and former miners suffering from mental health impairments, including drug addiction and substance abuse issues, which may have been caused or exacerbated by their work as miners. 1:48:09 P.M. - H.R. 2768 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the George Miller(CA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. George Miller(CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:37:28 P.M. - H.R. 2768 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 918, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the George Miller(CA) amendment. 1:37:08 P.M. - H.R. 2768 An amendment, offered by Mr. George Miller, numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-508 to provide the mining industry with more time to install a new generation of fire-resistant conveyor belts. The amendment would also provide funds for MSHA to purchase a new generation of dust monitoring devices to limit black lung disease, and ensure that breathable air requirements of the MINER Act of 2006 are properly implemented. In addition, the amendment requires that the Secretary of Labor conduct a study on substance abuse by miners with recommendations for policy changes, in consultation with all interested parties. The Secretary shall report the findings within six months of the bill's enactment and, if she deems it feasible and effective, shall be authorized to establish a miner substance abuse testing, rehabilitation, and treatment program within MSHA in consultation with the interested parties. 12:31:06 P.M. - H.R. 2768 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2768. 12:30:55 P.M. - H.R. 2768 The Speaker designated the Honorable Luis V. Gutierrez to act as Chairman of the Committee. 12:30:54 P.M. - H.R. 2768 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 918 and Rule XVIII. 12:30:24 P.M. - H.R. 2768 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2768 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. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 or rule XXI. 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 Labor. 12:30:19 P.M. - H.R. 2768 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 918. H.R. 2768 — "To establish improved mandatory standards to protect miners during emergencies, and for other purposes." 12:29:21 P.M. - H.R. 4253 House agreed to Senate amendment with amendment pursuant to H. Res. 921. 12:27:22 P.M. - H. Res. 921 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:27:01 P.M. - H. Res. 921 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 406 - 2 (Roll no. 4). 12:21:23 P.M. - H. Res. 921 Considered as unfinished business. 12:20:21 P.M. - H. Res. 912 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:20:20 P.M. - H. Res. 912 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 3). 12:13:02 P.M. - H. Res. 912 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 912 — "Condemning the assassination of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto and reaffirming the commitment of the United States to assist the people of Pakistan in combating terrorist activity and promoting a free and democratic Pakistan." 12:13:00 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. 12:12:40 P.M. - H. Res. 918 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:12:38 P.M. - H. Res. 918 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:12:37 P.M. - H. Res. 918 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 191 (Roll no. 2). 11:26:06 A.M. - H. Res. 918 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 918. 11:20:07 A.M. - H. Res. 918 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 918 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2768) to establish improved mandatory standards to protect miners during emergencies, and for other purposes." 11:19:15 A.M. - H. Res. 921 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. 11:06:15 A.M. - H. Res. 921 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 921. 11:06:05 A.M. - H. Res. 921 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:05:05 A.M. - H. Res. 921 Ms. Velazquez moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 921 — "Providing for the concurrence by the House in the Senate amendment to H.R. 4253, with an amendment." 11:05:04 A.M. - H. Res. 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. 10:26:32 A.M. - H. Res. 912 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 912. 10:26:30 A.M. - H. Res. 912 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:26:07 A.M. - H. Res. 912 Mr. Ackerman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 912 — "Condemning the assassination of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto and reaffirming the commitment of the United States to assist the people of Pakistan in combating terrorist activity and promoting a free and democratic Pakistan." 10:25:51 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later today at a time to be announced. 10:05:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:04:36 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Jones of OH to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:31 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:52 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 JANUARY 17, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:40 EDT Yes 4:20:57 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on January 18, 2008. 4:20:56 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:20:38 P.M. - Mr. Inslee moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:51:38 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:48:31 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:48:09 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Jan. 23. Agreed to without objection. 2:47:20 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, January 18, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 22, 2008, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 2:47:00 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, January 17, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 18, 2008. Agreed to without objection. 2:34:08 P.M. - H.R. 3524 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. 3524. 2:34:03 P.M. - H.R. 3524 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:34:03 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 271 - 130 (Roll no. 18). 2:26:33 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Frank (MA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:26:31 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Mr. Frank (MA), offered pursuant to the Graves motion to recommit with instructions to clarify that Hard-to-House families shall include households consisting of or including an individual who served on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of not less than 90 days and who was discharged or released from such duty under conditions other than dishonorable. 2:25:51 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On motion to recommit with instructions Agreed to by recorded vote: 372 - 28 (Roll no. 17). 2:08:44 P.M. - H.R. 3524 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:59:09 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the bill back to the House with an amendment clarifying that Hard-to-House families shall include households consisting of or including an individual who served on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of not less than 90 days and who was discharged or released from such duty under conditions other than dishonorable. 1:58:51 P.M. - H.R. 3524 Mr. Graves moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 1:57:42 P.M. - H.R. 3524 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. 1:57:31 P.M. - H.R. 3524 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:56:43 P.M. - H.R. 3524 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3524. 1:56:32 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Capito amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 169 - 240 (Roll no. 16). 1:50:20 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the King (IA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 136 - 268 (Roll no. 15). 1:42:47 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Sessions amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 221 (Roll no. 14). 1:36:32 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Neugebauer amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 181 - 227 (Roll no. 13). 1:28:36 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 388 - 20 (Roll no. 12). 1:01:52 P.M. - 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. 1:01:51 P.M. - H.R. 3524 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Capito amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Capito demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:50:58 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capito amendment. 12:50:26 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Capito, numbered 7 printed in House Report 110-509 to substitute the green building requirement, which is part of the mandatory core component of the underlying bill, with a provision that includes green building as part of the mandatory graded section. It also strikes references in the bill to specific green building standards and instead requires the Secretary of HUD to select a rating system, standard, or code for green buildings. This standard shall meet certain criteria and the Secretary shall conduct a study every 5 years to evaluate and compare third party green building standards to see if they meet the criteria. 12:50:05 P.M. - H.R. 3524 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the King(IA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. King(IA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:38:52 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the King (IA) amendment. 12:38:33 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Mr. King (IA), numbered 6 printed in House Report 110-509 to prevent appropriations for Davis-Bacon wages. 12:38:20 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Lee amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:34:19 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Lee amendment. 12:34:15 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Ms. Lee, numbered 5 printed in House Report 110-509 to safeguard the rights of tenants of HOPE VI housing from eviction based on the criminal activities of others if the tenant is elderly or disabled, and did not or should not have known of the activity, or if they were the victims of a criminal act. 12:33:58 P.M. - H.R. 3524 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Sessions amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Sessions demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:23:30 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sessions amendment. 12:23:11 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sessions, numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-509 to maintain HUD's authority to issue demolition-only grants. 12:23:00 P.M. - H.R. 3524 On agreeing to the Mahoney (FL) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:18:11 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Mahoney amendment. 12:17:49 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Mr. Mahoney (FL), numbered 3 printed in House Report 110-509 to restore the set-aside for the Main Street grant program. 12:17:27 P.M. - H.R. 3524 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Neugebauer amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Neugebauer demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:07:57 P.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Neugebauer amendment. 12:07:35 P.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Mr. Neugebauer, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-509 to apply the one-to-one replacement requirement for units demolished under a HOPE VI grant only to units that are occupied prior to demolition. 12:07:18 P.M. - H.R. 3524 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waters amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Waters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:50:06 A.M. - H.R. 3524 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions in H. Res. 922, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment. 11:49:49 A.M. - H.R. 3524 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-509 to make a number of technical and conforming changes as well as enhancemen ts to the bill, including the following: (1) redefines the scope of the 1 for 1 replacement requirement by requiring the replacement of all units in existence as of January 1, 2005, and provides a limited waiver from the replacement requirement; (2) extends the timeline for rebuilding replacement housing units to 54 months from the date of execution of the grant agreement, consistent with current HUD practice; (3) clarifies procedural requirements for making any significant amendments or changes to a revitalization plan; (4) removes specific references to LEED for non-residential construction and excludes costs associated with green development compliance from HUD's Total Development Cost calculation; (5) clarifies eligibility and occupancy standards; and (6) clarifies that no person not lawfully permitted to be in, or remain in, the United States is eligible for housing assistance under this bill. 10:41:32 A.M. - H.R. 3524 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3524. 10:41:26 A.M. - H.R. 3524 The Speaker designated the Honorable Hilda L. Solis to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 10:41:25 A.M. - H.R. 3524 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 922 and Rule XVIII. 10:40:49 A.M. - H.R. 3524 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3524 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. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. It shall be in order to cinsider 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 Financial Services now printed in the bill. 10:40:44 A.M. - H.R. 3524 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 922. H.R. 3524 — "To reauthorize the HOPE VI program for revitalization of severely distressed public housing, and for other purposes." 10:39:59 A.M. - H.R. 3524 TWO-MINUTE AUTHORITY - Ms. Waters asked unanimous consent that, during consideration of H.R. 3524 pursuant to H. Res. 922, the Chair may reduce to two minutes the minimum time for electronic voting under clause 6 of rule 18 and clauses 8 and 9 of rule 20. Agreed to without objection. 10:39:37 A.M. - H. Res. 894 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 922, H. Res. 894 is laid on the table. 10:39:27 A.M. - H. Res. 922 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:39:18 A.M. - H. Res. 922 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:39:15 A.M. - H. Res. 922 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:20:44 A.M. - H. Res. 922 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 922. 10:17:34 A.M. - H. Res. 922 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 922 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3524) to reauthorize the HOPE VI program for revitalization of severely distressed public housing, and for other purposes." 10:03:36 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. 10:03:17 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Smith of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:02 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:28 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:54 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Hilda L. Solis 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 18, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:37 EDT Yes 10:35:30 A.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 January 22, 2008. 10:33:27 A.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Baker wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective on February 2, 2008. 10:33:26 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:33:18 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:31:39 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:31:13 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Nancy E. Boyda to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:03 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 22, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:33 EDT Yes 9:15:58 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 23, 2008. 9:15:57 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:15:46 P.M. - Mrs. Bachmann moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:17:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:17:16 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the text of a proposed agreement for Cooperation between the United States of America and the Republic of Turkey Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-90). 7:16:42 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 29: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:15:40 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 23: Mr. English of PA for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Burgess for 5 min, and Mr. Dreier for 5 min. 7:07:39 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:06:56 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 279 and passed H.R. 4986. 7:05:55 P.M. - Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence - Pursuant to clause 11 of rule 10, clause 11 of rule 1, and the order of the House of January 4, 2007, the Speaker appointed Mr. Schiff, California. 7:05:54 P.M. - H. Res. 866 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:05:54 P.M. - H. Res. 866 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 391 - 0 (Roll no. 20). 6:54:18 P.M. - H. Res. 866 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 866 — "Honoring the brave men and women of the United States Coast Guard whose tireless work, dedication, and commitment to protecting the United States have led to the Coast Guard seizing over 350,000 pounds of cocaine at sea during 2007, far surpassing all of our previous records." 6:54:14 P.M. - H.R. 4211 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:54:13 P.M. - H.R. 4211 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 391 - 0 (Roll no. 19). 6:31:08 P.M. - H.R. 4211 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4211 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 725 Roanoke Avenue in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, as the "Judge Richard B. Allsbrook Post Office"." 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 January 22. 3:29:29 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:29:05 P.M. - H.R. 3432 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:29:04 P.M. - H.R. 3432 On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 3:17:43 P.M. - H.R. 3432 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment to H.R. 3432. 3:17:04 P.M. - H.R. 3432 Mr. Payne moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment. 3:14:59 P.M. - H. Res. 866 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. 2:59:44 P.M. - H. Res. 866 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 866. 2:59:41 P.M. - H. Res. 866 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:59:14 P.M. - H. Res. 866 Mr. DeFazio moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 866 — "Honoring the brave men and women of the United States Coast Guard whose tireless work, dedication, and commitment to protecting the United States have led to the Coast Guard seizing over 350,000 pounds of cocaine at sea during 2007, far surpassing all of our previous records." 2:59:13 P.M. - H. Res. 772 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:59:10 P.M. - H. Res. 772 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:55:03 P.M. - H. Res. 772 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 772. 2:55:00 P.M. - H. Res. 772 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:54:36 P.M. - H. Res. 772 Mr. DeFazio moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 772 — "Recognizing the American Highway Users Alliance on the occasion of its 75th anniversary, and for other purposes." 2:54:32 P.M. - H.R. 409 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:54:28 P.M. - H.R. 409 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:54:24 P.M. - H.R. 409 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:48:28 P.M. - H.R. 409 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 409. 2:48:24 P.M. - H.R. 409 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:47:37 P.M. - H.R. 409 Mr. DeFazio moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 409 — "To amend title 23, United States Code, to inspect highway tunnels." 2:47:33 P.M. - H.R. 4211 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. 2:43:23 P.M. - H.R. 4211 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4211. 2:43:17 P.M. - H.R. 4211 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:42:44 P.M. - H.R. 4211 Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4211 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 725 Roanoke Avenue in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, as the "Judge Richard B. Allsbrook Post Office"." 2:42:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 198 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:42:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 198 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:22:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 198 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 198. 2:22:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 198 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:21:46 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 198 Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 198 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States has a moral responsibility to meet the needs of those persons, groups and communities that are impoverished, disadvantaged or otherwise in poverty." 2:21:45 P.M. - H.R. 3720 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:21:41 P.M. - H.R. 3720 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:12:02 P.M. - H.R. 3720 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3720. 2:11:59 P.M. - H.R. 3720 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:07 P.M. - H.R. 3720 Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3720 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 424 Clay Avenue in Waco, Texas, as the "Army PFC Juan Alonso Covarrubias Post Office Building"." 2:11:06 P.M. - H.R. 3988 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:11:02 P.M. - H.R. 3988 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:06:35 P.M. - H.R. 3988 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3988. 2:06:33 P.M. - H.R. 3988 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:06:10 P.M. - H.R. 3988 Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3988 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3701 Altamesa Boulevard in Fort Worth, Texas, as the "Master Sergeant Kenneth N. Mack Post Office Building"." 2:05:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:05:07 P.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable James L. Oberstar. Mr. Oberstar notified the House that the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure met in an open session to consider 17 resolutions authorizing the General Services Administration Capital Investment Program for Fiscal Year 2008, in accordance with 40 U.S.C. 3307. The resolutions authorize leases for various Federal agencies. The Committee adopted the resolutions with a quorum present. 2:02:58 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:37 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:05 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:58 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 22. 12:42:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:56 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. 12:31:41 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. McGovern 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 JANUARY 23, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:29 EDT Yes 6:28:44 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 279. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on January 28, 2008. 6:28:43 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:28:26 P.M. - Mr. Braley (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:02:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:00:23 P.M. - H.R. 3971 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:00:19 P.M. - H.R. 3971 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:00:16 P.M. - H.R. 3971 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:44:27 P.M. - H.R. 3971 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3971. 2:44:25 P.M. - H.R. 3971 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:44:07 P.M. - H.R. 3971 Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3971 — "To encourage States to report to the Attorney General certain information regarding the deaths of individuals in the custody of law enforcement agencies." 2:44:06 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:43:52 P.M. - H.R. 3992 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:34:11 P.M. - H.R. 3992 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3992. 2:34:08 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:01 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3992 — "To amend title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide grants for the improved mental health treatment and services provided to offenders with mental illnesses, and for other purposes." 2:33:52 P.M. - H. Res. 852 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:33:50 P.M. - H. Res. 852 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:17:18 P.M. - H. Res. 852 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 852. 2:17:16 P.M. - H. Res. 852 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:16:09 P.M. - H. Res. 852 Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 852 — "Raising awareness and encouraging prevention of stalking by establishing January 2008 as "National Stalking Awareness Month"." 2:16:08 P.M. - H. Res. 932 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:16:06 P.M. - H. Res. 932 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:09:30 P.M. - H. Res. 932 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 932. 2:09:27 P.M. - H. Res. 932 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:08:52 P.M. - H. Res. 932 Ms. Sanchez, Linda T. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 932 — "Expressing support for designation of the week of February 4 through February 8, 2008 as "National School Counseling Week"." 2:08:49 P.M. - H. Res. 908 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:08:41 P.M. - H. Res. 908 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:52:46 P.M. - H. Res. 908 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 908. 1:52:44 P.M. - H. Res. 908 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:52:16 P.M. - H. Res. 908 Ms. Sanchez, Linda T. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 908 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Mentoring Month." 1:52:15 P.M. - H. Res. 916 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:52:12 P.M. - H. Res. 916 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:34:12 P.M. - H. Res. 916 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 916. 1:34:09 P.M. - H. Res. 916 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:33:53 P.M. - H. Res. 916 Ms. Sanchez, Linda T. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 916 — "Honoring the contributions of Catholic schools." 1:33:19 P.M. - H.R. 3959 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:33:16 P.M. - H.R. 3959 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:26:09 P.M. - H.R. 3959 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3959. 1:25:57 P.M. - H.R. 3959 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:25:40 P.M. - H.R. 3959 Mr. Frank (MA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3959 — "To amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to provide for the phase-in of actuarial rates for certain pre-FIRM properties." 1:25:39 P.M. - H.R. 3873 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:25:37 P.M. - H.R. 3873 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 1:13:26 P.M. - H.R. 3873 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3873. 1:13:23 P.M. - H.R. 3873 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:13:07 P.M. - H.R. 3873 Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3873 — "To expedite the transfer of ownership of rural multifamily housing projects with loans made or insured under section 515 of the Housing Act of 1949 so that such projects are rehabilitated and preserved for use for affordable housing." 1:12:26 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 1:12:03 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 282 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:11:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 282 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:11:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 282 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 282 — "Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President." 10:50:50 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steny H. Hoyer and the Honorable Chris Van Hollen to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through Feb. 6, 2008. 10:49:50 A.M. - H.R. 3963 In House, veto referred to the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means 10:48:50 A.M. - H.R. 3963 Motion to refer the bill and accompanying veto message to the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means. Agreed to without objection. 10:48:49 A.M. - H.R. 3963 On passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 260 - 152 (Roll no. 22). 10:48:48 A.M. - H.R. 3963 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 195 (Roll no. 21). 10:48:47 A.M. - H.R. 3963 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the question of passage of H.R. 3963, the objections of the President to the contrary, notwithstanding. 10:48:27 A.M. - H.R. 3963 The Chair laid before the House the veto message from the President. 10:22:25 A.M. - WORDS TAKEN DOWN - During the course of one minute speeches, exception was taken to certain words used and a demand was made to have words taken down. Subsequently, unanimous consent was granted to withdraw the words and the House resumed one minute speeches. 10:07:23 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. 10:05:34 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Maloney of NY to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:05:29 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:04:11 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Saúl Santos, Jr., Fountain of Truth Church, Fontana, California 10:03:40 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 28, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:25 EDT Yes 10:14:03 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on January 29, 2008. 10:14:02 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:14:00 P.M. - Mr. Cohen moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:12:00 P.M. - Mrs. Watson 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. 110-82). Agreed to without objection. 10:11:00 P.M. - JOINT SESSION DISSOLVED - The Speaker declared the Joint Session to be dissolved. 9:09:00 P.M. - STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Con. Res. 282, the House and Senate proceeded in Joint Session to receive the state of the Union address from the President of the United States, George W. Bush. 8:38:00 P.M. - The House is meeting in Joint Session with the Senate for the purpose of recieving a communication from the President of the United States on the subject of the state of the Union. 8:37:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 28. 5:38:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess until approximately 8:30 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 8:30 P.M. today. 5:37:06 P.M. - H.R. 4140 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:37:05 P.M. - H.R. 4140 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 388 - 0 (Roll no. 24). 5:28:32 P.M. - H.R. 4140 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4140 — "To designate the Port Angeles Federal Building in Port Angeles, Washington, as the "Richard B. Anderson Federal Building"." 5:28:07 P.M. - S. 2110 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:28:07 P.M. - S. 2110 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 388 - 0 (Roll no. 23). 5:04:26 P.M. - S. 2110 Considered as unfinished business. S. 2110 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 427 North Street in Taft, California, as the "Larry S. Pierce Post Office"." 5:04:01 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of certain motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:04:00 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Tuesday, January 29, 2008, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 933, as amended which was ordered on Monday, January 28, 2008 5:02:46 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 940 and H. Res. 941. 5:02:36 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 28. 3:18:58 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:18:50 P.M. - H. Res. 938 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:18:47 P.M. - H. Res. 938 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:08:54 P.M. - H. Res. 938 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 938. 3:08:52 P.M. - H. Res. 938 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:08:17 P.M. - H. Res. 938 Mr. Altmire moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 938 — "Commending the West Virginia University Mountaineer football team for exemplifying the pride, determination, and spirit of the Mountain State and overcoming adversity with skill, commitment, and teamwork to win the 2008 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl." 3:07:51 P.M. - H. Res. 933 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. 2:54:35 P.M. - H. Res. 933 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 933. 2:54:32 P.M. - H. Res. 933 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:54:16 P.M. - H. Res. 933 Mr. Altmire moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 933 — "Commending the Louisiana State University Tigers football team for winning the 2007 Bowl Championship Series national championship game." 2:52:11 P.M. - H. Res. 832 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:52:07 P.M. - H. Res. 832 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:52:03 P.M. - H. Res. 832 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:44:01 P.M. - H. Res. 832 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 832. 2:43:58 P.M. - H. Res. 832 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:43:38 P.M. - H. Res. 832 Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 832 — "Honoring the Texas Water Development Board on its selection as a recipient of the the Environmental Protection Agency's 2007 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Performance and Innovation Award." 2:43:34 P.M. - H.R. 3913 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:43:29 P.M. - H.R. 3913 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:39:33 P.M. - H.R. 3913 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3913. 2:39:30 P.M. - H.R. 3913 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:38:48 P.M. - H.R. 3913 Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3913 — "To amend the International Center Act to authorize the lease or sublease of certain property described in such Act to an entity other than a foreign government or international organization if certain conditions are met." 2:38:27 P.M. - H.R. 4140 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. 2:34:30 P.M. - H.R. 4140 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4140. 2:34:27 P.M. - H.R. 4140 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:09 P.M. - H.R. 4140 Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4140 — "To designate the Port Angeles Federal Building in Port Angeles, Washington, as the "Richard B. Anderson Federal Building"." 2:33:13 P.M. - S. 2110 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. 2:24:42 P.M. - S. 2110 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2110. 2:24:40 P.M. - S. 2110 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:24:23 P.M. - S. 2110 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2110 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 427 North Street in Taft, California, as the "Larry S. Pierce Post Office"." 2:24:19 P.M. - H.R. 4240 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:24:15 P.M. - H.R. 4240 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:13:46 P.M. - H.R. 4240 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4240. 2:13:43 P.M. - H.R. 4240 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:13:25 P.M. - H.R. 4240 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4240 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10799 West Alameda Avenue in Lakewood, Colorado, as the "Felix Sparks Post Office Building"." 2:12:20 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 5:00 p.m. today. 2:11:34 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 she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 25, 2007 at 9:55 a.m, stating that that body agreed to H. Con. Res. 282. 2:11:15 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 63. 2:11:14 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 she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 24, 2007 at 10:08 a.m, stating that that body agreed to S. Con. Res. 63. 2:04:35 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:59 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. 2:03:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:56 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:01:12 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable G. K. Butterfield to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:53 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 29, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:21 EDT Yes 8:20:30 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 279. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on February 6, 2008. 8:20:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:20:10 P.M. - Mrs. Blackburn moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:00:16 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:53:12 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:52:37 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Feb. 6. Agreed to without objection. 6:36:57 P.M. - H.R. 1528 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:36:57 P.M. - H.R. 1528 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 261 - 122 (Roll no. 28). 6:28:59 P.M. - H.R. 1528 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 183 - 205 (Roll no. 27). 6:04:50 P.M. - H.R. 1528 The previous question was ordered without objection. 5:55:02 P.M. - H.R. 1528 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Bishop (UT) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to insert language preventing the Secretary from using eminent domain to acquire land for the trail and may not accept any land that was acquired through the use of eminent domain for inclusion in the trail. 5:54:38 P.M. - H.R. 1528 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 5:53:48 P.M. - H.R. 1528 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. 5:53:23 P.M. - H.R. 1528 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:52:32 P.M. - H.R. 1528 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1528. 5:51:37 P.M. - H.R. 1528 On agreeing to the Bishop (UT) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:46:38 P.M. - H.R. 1528 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 940, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment. 5:45:20 P.M. - H.R. 1528 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), Amendment numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-519 to state that state and local laws regarding hunting, fishing, trapping and netting shall be the exclusive laws regarding these activities on the trail. 5:44:48 P.M. - H.R. 1528 On agreeing to the Bishop (UT) amendment; Failed by voice vote. 5:42:05 P.M. - H.R. 1528 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 940, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop(UT) amendment. 5:40:34 P.M. - H.R. 1528 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), Amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-519 to delay designation of the trail until all environmental analyses and the review required by Public Law 107-338 have been completed by the Secretary of the Interior. 4:49:29 P.M. - H.R. 1528 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1528. 4:48:49 P.M. - H.R. 1528 The Speaker designated the Honorable Stephen F. Lynch to act as Chairman of the Committee. 4:48:48 P.M. - H.R. 1528 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 940 and Rule XVIII. 4:48:21 P.M. - H.R. 1528 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1528 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. All points of order against such amendments are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 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 Natural Resources now printed in the bill. 4:48:16 P.M. - H.R. 1528 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 940. H.R. 1528 — "To amend the National Trails System Act to designate the New England National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes." 4:47:44 P.M. - H. Res. 940 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:47:38 P.M. - H. Res. 940 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 4:47:28 P.M. - H. Res. 940 The previous question was ordered without objection. 4:04:49 P.M. - H. Res. 940 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 940. 4:03:36 P.M. - H. Res. 940 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 940 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1528) to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the New England National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes." 4:03:34 P.M. - H.R. 5104 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 4:03:30 P.M. - H.R. 5104 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:03:27 P.M. - H.R. 5104 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:22:46 P.M. - H.R. 5104 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5104. 3:22:43 P.M. - H.R. 5104 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:22:00 P.M. - H.R. 5104 Mr. Conyers moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 5104 — "To extend the Protect America Act of 2007 for 30 days." 3:19:51 P.M. - H. Res. 933 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:19:50 P.M. - H. Res. 933 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 1, 4 Present (Roll no. 26). 3:11:01 P.M. - H. Res. 933 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 933 — "Commending the Louisiana State University Tigers football team for winning the 2007 Bowl Championship Series national championship game." 3:11:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:10:59 P.M. - H.R. 5140 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:10:57 P.M. - H.R. 5140 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 385 - 35, 1 Present (Roll no. 25). 12:23:59 P.M. - H.R. 5140 DEBATE - The House proceeded with debate on H.R. 5140. 12:22:33 P.M. - EXPANSION OF DEBATE TIME - Mr Rangel asked unanimous consent that the debate on H.R. 5140 be extended by eighty minutes, resulting in two hours equally divided between both sides. Agreed to without objection. 12:21:56 P.M. - H.R. 5140 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:21:39 P.M. - H.R. 5140 Mr. Rangel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5140 — "To provide economic stimulus through recovery rebates to individuals, incentives for business investment, and an increase in conforming and FHA loan limits." 12:20:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:16:50 P.M. - The House received a communication from Stephanie R. Butler, District Manager. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Butler notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena for testimony issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 12:16:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from Roberta Y. Hopkins, Acting Chief of Staff. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Hopkins notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena for testimony issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 12:15:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from Mr. Paul Arcangeli, Professional Staff Member. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Arcangeli notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for testimony issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 12:04:26 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:04:18 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cuellar to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:02 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. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 29. 10:48:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:31:00 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will stand in recess until 12 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:30:01 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steve Israel to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 6, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:17 EDT Yes 10:45:34 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 7, 2008. 10:45:33 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:45:24 P.M. - Mr. Yarmuth moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:38:12 P.M. - Ms. Sutton filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 955 and H. Res. 956. 7:14:54 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:12:39 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 13: himself for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 7:12:37 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Jones of NC be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 12. 7:11:35 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 12: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min and himself for 5 min. 7:11:33 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 8: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:11:31 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 7: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:11:30 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:09:42 P.M. - H. Res. 943 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:09:42 P.M. - H. Res. 943 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 371 - 0 (Roll no. 31). 7:02:03 P.M. - H. Res. 943 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 943 — "Remembering the space shuttle Challenger disaster and honoring its crew members, who lost their lives on January 28, 1986." 7:01:48 P.M. - H. Res. 942 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:01:47 P.M. - H. Res. 942 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 367 - 0 (Roll no. 30). 6:54:12 P.M. - H. Res. 942 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 942 — "Recognizing the significance of Black History Month." 6:53:56 P.M. - H. Res. 867 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:55 P.M. - H. Res. 867 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 0 (Roll no. 29). 6:33:38 P.M. - H. Res. 867 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 867 — "Commending the Houston Dynamo soccer team for winning the 2007 Major League Soccer Cup." 6:32:17 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of certain motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:31:00 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Thursday, February 7, 2008, the roll call votes on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. Res. 283, as amended; the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 947; and the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4848, as amended, which were ordered on Wednesday, February 6, 2008. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 6. 5:07:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:06:41 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification that the national emergency declared with respect to the Government of Cuba's destruction of two unarmed U.S. -registered civilian aircraft is to continue in effect beyond March 1, 2008. - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-93). 5:06:25 P.M. - S. 781 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:06:21 P.M. - S. 781 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:51:29 P.M. - S. 781 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 781. 4:51:26 P.M. - S. 781 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:51:06 P.M. - S. 781 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 781 — "To extend the authority of the Federal Trade Commission to collect Do-Not-Call Registry fees to fiscal years after fiscal year 2007." 4:50:30 P.M. - H.R. 4848 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. 4:19:05 P.M. - H.R. 4848 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4848. 4:19:03 P.M. - H.R. 4848 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:18:00 P.M. - H.R. 4848 Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4848 — "To extend for one year parity in the application of certain limits to mental health benefits, and for other purposes." 4:17:26 P.M. - H. Res. 947 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. 4:00:46 P.M. - H. Res. 947 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 947. 4:00:43 P.M. - H. Res. 947 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:00:02 P.M. - H. Res. 947 Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 947 — "Congratulating Lee Myung-Bak on his election to the Presidency of the Republic of Korea and wishing him well during his time of transition and his inauguration on February 25, 2008." 3:59:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 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. 3:37:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 283. 3:37:42 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:37:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 283 — "Calling for a peaceful resolution to the current electoral crisis in Kenya." 3:31:25 P.M. - H. Res. 907 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:31:22 P.M. - H. Res. 907 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:23:21 P.M. - H. Res. 907 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 907. 3:23:17 P.M. - H. Res. 907 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:23:03 P.M. - H. Res. 907 Mr. Melancon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 907 — "Congratulating the X PRIZE Foundation's leadership in inspiring a new generation of viable, super-efficient vehicles." 3:22:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 287 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:22:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 287 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:13:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 287 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 287. 3:13:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 287 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:13:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 287 Mr. Melancon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 287 — "Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the United States Explorer I satellite, the world's first scientific spacecraft, and the birth of the United States space exploration program." 3:12:49 P.M. - H. Res. 943 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. 3:03:08 P.M. - H. Res. 943 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 943. 3:03:05 P.M. - H. Res. 943 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:02:53 P.M. - H. Res. 943 Mr. Melancon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 943 — "Remembering the space shuttle Challenger disaster and honoring its crew members, who lost their lives on January 28, 1986." 3:02:29 P.M. - H. Res. 931 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:02:26 P.M. - H. Res. 931 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:58:42 P.M. - H. Res. 931 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 931. 2:58:37 P.M. - H. Res. 931 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:58:03 P.M. - H. Res. 931 Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 931 — "Expressing support for designation of February 17, 2008, as "Race Day in America" and highlighting the 50th running of the Daytona 500." 2:57:09 P.M. - H. Res. 942 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. 2:37:29 P.M. - H. Res. 942 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 942. 2:37:28 P.M. - H. Res. 942 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:37:13 P.M. - H. Res. 942 Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 942 — "Recognizing the significance of Black History Month." 2:36:21 P.M. - H. Res. 867 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. 2:28:39 P.M. - H. Res. 867 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 867. 2:28:38 P.M. - H. Res. 867 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:28:26 P.M. - H. Res. 867 Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 867 — "Commending the Houston Dynamo soccer team for winning the 2007 Major League Soccer Cup." 2:27:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 273 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:27:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 273 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:21:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 273 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 273. 2:21:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 273 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:21:04 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 273 Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 273 — "Recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences." 2:20:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:19:30 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the Federal Budget for Fiscal Year 2009 - referred to the Committee on Appropriations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-84). 2:14:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from Angelle B. Kwemo, Office of Rep. Jefferson. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Kwemo notified the House that she had received a subpoena for testimony issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and that, after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 2:13:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from Ericka Edwards-Jones, Office of Rep. Jefferson. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Edwards-Jones notified the House that she had received a subpoena for testimony issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and that, after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 2:12:29 P.M. - Commission on Civil Rights - the Speaker appointed to fill the existing vacancy and effective February 12, 2008, the reappointment of the same member to a six-year term expiring February 11, 2014: Mr. Todd Gaziano, Falls Church, Virginia. . 2:12:28 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 received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 4, 2008, at 10:08 a.m.: That the Senate agreed to the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 4253. 2:12:26 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 she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 5, 2008, at 10:24 a.m.: That the Senate passed S.J. Res. 25 and S. 550. 2:10:24 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 she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 30, 2008, at 9:15 a.m.: That the Senate passed H.R. 5104 and S. 2571. 2:09:00 P.M. - WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the resignation of the gentleman from Louisiana, Mr. Baker, the whole number of the House is 430. 2:03:09 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:58 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Miller of FL to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:33 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Dr. Stephen L. Swisher, Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, Dallas, Texas. 2:01:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Brian Baird 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 FEBRUARY 7, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:12 EDT Yes 10:20:15 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on February 8, 2008. 10:20:11 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:20:00 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett (MD) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:12:50 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:12:24 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 14: Mr. Poe for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 8:06:02 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:05:28 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 she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 5, 2008, at 1:00 p.m.: That the Senate passed H.R. 2419 with an amendment, insisted on its amendment, asked for a conference and appointed conferees. 8:04:46 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 received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 6, 2008, at 9:35 a.m.: That the Senate passed S. 2457. 8:03:59 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Feb. 13. Agreed to without objection. 8:03:32 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, February 8, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 12, 2008, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 8:03:06 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, February 7, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 8, 2008. Agreed to without objection. 7:45:00 P.M. - APPOINTMENT OF SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE - The Speaker appointed the Honorable Steny Hoyer and the Honorable Chris Van Hollen to act as Speaker Pro Tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through February 12, 2008. 7:43:48 P.M. - H.R. 5140 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:43:47 P.M. - H.R. 5140 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 380 - 34 (Roll no. 42). 7:19:53 P.M. - H.R. 5140 The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous special order. 6:30:38 P.M. - H.R. 5140 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous special order, the House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the Rangel motion to agree to the Senate amendment to H.R. 5140. 6:30:27 P.M. - H.R. 5140 Mr. Rangel moved that the House agree to the Senate amendment. 6:30:25 P.M. - H.R. 5140 Considered pursuant to a previous special order of the House. 6:30:20 P.M. - H.R. 5140 ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Rangel asked unanimous consent that it may be in order at any time to take from the Speaker's table the bill H.R. 5140, with the Senate amendment thereto, and without intervention of any point of order, entertain a motion by the Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee to agree to the Senate amendment; that the motion shall be debatable for not to exceed forty minutes, equally divided and controlled; that the Senate amendment and the motion be considered as read; and that the previous question on the motion be considered as ordered to its adoption without intervening motion. Agreed to without objection. 6:27:21 P.M. - H. Res. 947 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:27:20 P.M. - H. Res. 947 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 388 - 0 (Roll no. 41). 6:18:50 P.M. - H. Res. 947 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 947 — "Congratulating Lee Myung-Bak on his election to the Presidency of the Republic of Korea and wishing him well during his time of transition and his inauguration on February 25, 2008." 6:17:51 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:17:00 P.M. - H.R. 4137 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. 4137. 6:16:59 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:16:59 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 354 - 58 (Roll no. 40). 6:07:40 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 194 - 216 (Roll no. 39). 5:49:19 P.M. - H.R. 4137 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:39:08 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Ferguson 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 adding a new Title XII regarding Limitations on Expenditures. 5:38:17 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Mr. Ferguson moved to recommit with instructions to Education and Labor. 5:35:58 P.M. - H.R. 4137 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. 5:35:38 P.M. - H.R. 4137 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:35:02 P.M. - H.R. 4137 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 4137. 5:34:31 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Davis (IL) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 236 (Roll no. 38). 5:26:21 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Petri amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 222 - 191 (Roll no. 37). 5:17:42 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Petri amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 260 - 153 (Roll no. 36). 4:50:16 P.M. - 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. 4:50:15 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Shuler amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:47:03 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Shuler amendment. 4:46:59 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Shuler, numbered 27 printed in House Report 110-523 to authorize a competitive grant program through the Department of Education that would allow institutions of higher education or consortia to create longitudinal data systems to efficiently and accurately manage, analyze, disaggregate, and use individual student data. The amendment authorizes programs in no more than five states for a period of three years. 4:46:43 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Murphy, Patrick amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:39:16 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Patrick Murphy (PA) amendment. 4:39:12 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Murphy, Patrick, numbered 26 printed in House Report 110-523 to help students and families plan financially for higher education by requiring that colleges provide information about the anticipated cost of a post-secondary degree. Institutions would have the option of offering either a multi-year tuition and fee schedule or a traditional, single-year tuition and fee schedule with a nonbinding, multi-year estimate of a student's net costs. 4:38:37 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Gillibrand amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:33:09 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Gillibrand amendment. 4:33:04 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Gillibrand, numbered 25 printed in House Report 110-523 to provide that institutions of Higher Education shall adopt a statement of current policy concerning the working relationship of campus security personnel with State and local law enforcement agencies for the investigation of felonies or a report of a missing student. 4:32:30 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Van Hollen amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:21:34 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Van Hollen amendment. 4:21:25 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Van Hollen, numbered 17 printed in House Report 110-523 to authorize Teach for America at $20 million for FY09 and $25 million for FY10. 4:21:11 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Ryan (OH) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:13:00 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ryan (OH) amendment. 4:12:34 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ryan (OH), numbered 23 printed in House Report 110-523 to create a pilot competitive grant program (available to no more than 10 colleges) to assist institutions of higher education in setting up college textbook rental programs. 4:11:59 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Cooper amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:03:58 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cooper amendment. 4:03:53 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cooper, numbered 22 in House Report 110-523 to increase the authorization level,from $300 million to$500 million, for the 103 Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Increases the authorization level, from $100 million to $125 million, for the 18 Historically Black Graduate Institutions. 4:03:09 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Crowley amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:56:01 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Crowley amendment. 3:55:30 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Crowley, numbered 21 printed in House Report 110-523 to allow community college students to have $10 forgiven from their student loans for every hour they dedicate to mentoring an at-risk child. 3:55:20 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Baird amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:52:00 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Baird amendment. 3:51:37 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Baird, numbered 19 printed in House Report 110-523 to direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on the costs and benefits of making student aid available to less than half-time students. The Secretary would then make recommendations on how to best design a demonstration loan program targeted for less than half-time students. 3:51:23 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Doggett amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:42:15 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Doggett amendment. 3:41:55 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Doggett, numbered 18 printed in House Report 110-523 to encourage the prepopulation of FAFSA income and asset information, by t axpayer consent, with tax data provided directly from the IRS to the Department of Education, and allows the Secretary of Education to provide for the use of second preceding tax year information. 3:41:41 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Stupak amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:37:34 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Stupak amendment. 3:37:11 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Stupak, numbered 17 printed in House Report 110-523 to provide federal student loan relief to borrowers who go into school administration in low-income school districts. Applies to any borrower who has been employed as a full-time school superintendent, principal, or other administrator for five consecutive complete school years in a school district in a low-income area. 3:36:45 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Johnson, E. B. amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:29:55 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Eddie Bernice Johnson amendment. 3:29:36 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Ms. Johnson, E. B., numbered 16 printed in House Report 110-523 to expand Pell Grant eligibility to children who lost a parent or guardian as a result of the conflicts in Iraq or Afghanistan. These children will be eligible for the maximum amount of Pell Grant assistance. 3:29:19 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Welch (VT) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:23:12 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Welch amendment. 3:22:42 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Welch (VT), numbered 13 printed in House Report 110-523 to require annual reporting by colleges and universities on how much of their endowment was paid out each year for the purpose of containing college costs. 3:22:27 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Hastings (FL) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:15:13 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment. 3:14:52 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (FL), numbered 12 printed in House Report 110-523 to authorize a nationwide pilot program through the Department of Education to promote holistic community-centered partnerships aimed at mitigating gang violence and reducing recidivism rates among juvenile ex-offenders previously detained for gang-related offenses. 3:14:30 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Yarmuth amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:07:59 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Yarmuth amendment. 3:07:42 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Yarmuth, numbered 11 printed in House Report 110-523 to provide competitive Teach to Reach grants to eligible partnerships to provide general education teacher candidates with the knowledge and skills to effectively instruct students with disabilities in their classrooms. Eligible partnerships must include an institution of higher education; a special education department within that institution, and a high-need local education agency. 3:07:29 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Sestak amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:05:28 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sestak amendment. 3:04:58 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sestak, numbered 10 printed in House Report 110-523 to amend the articulation agreement strategies that may be employed by states and institutions of higher education to include management systems regarding course equivalency, transfer of credit, and articulation. 3:01:15 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Sestak amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:56:44 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sestak amendment. 2:56:26 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sestak, numbered 9 printed in House Report 110-523 to include physical therapists as an occupation defined as an area of national need to qualify for student loan forgiveness under Sec. 428K of the Higher Education Act. 2:56:01 P.M. - H.R. 4137 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Davis(IL) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McKeon demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:43:20 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Davis(IL) amendment. 2:43:03 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Davis (IL), numbered 7 printed in House Report 110-523 to restore protections to private student loan borrowers similar to those afforded other unsecured debtors by allowing the discharge of private student loans via bankruptcy. 2:42:39 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Castle amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:39:07 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Castle amendment. 2:38:50 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Castle, numbered 6 printed in House Report 110-523 to require the Quality Efficiency Task Forces to develop annual benchmarks for the top 5 percent of institutions in each institution category that have the largest increase in their tuition and fees over the most recent three year period in which data is available. The amendment also requires those institutions not meeting the benchmarks to provide the Secretary of Education a detailed explanation of the reasons why the institution did not meet such benchmarks. 2:38:32 P.M. - H.R. 4137 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Petri amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Price(GA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:28:13 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Petri amendment. 2:27:56 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Petri, numbered 5 printed in House Report 110-523 to extend the new audit and reporting provisions applied only to the Direct Loan program to the Federal Family Education Loan Program. 2:27:30 P.M. - H.R. 4137 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Petri amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McKeon demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:19:11 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Petri amendment. 2:18:39 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Petri, numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-523 to require the existing Education-Treasury Study Group to evaluate the feasibility of an alternative market-based reform to the Federal Family Education Loan Program. The recommended alternative should reduce federal costs to taxpayers and use savings to increase need-based grant aid to low-income students. 2:18:21 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Hinojosa amendments; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:09:09 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hinojosa en bloc amendments. 2:08:16 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hinojosa, comprised of the following amendments : Amendments Nos. 3, 8, 20, 14 and 15 printed in House Report 110-523 to: 1.) authorize discretion currently exercised by the Secretary of Education to reserve for competitive grants to Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities for construction, maintenance, or renovation of campus facilities a percentage of funds appropriated for Tribal Colleges and Universities under Title III of the Higher Education Act; and 2.) to prevent interest from accruing for active duty service members and qualifying National Guard members for the duration of their activation up to 60 months when serving in a combat zone; and 3.) to ensure that competitive Sustainability Planning Grants explicitly provide for `greenhouse gas emissions reductions' to reduce the, threat of global warming and adds an eligibility requirement to FIPSE to ensure that institutions meet current energy efficiency standards. Additionally, includes a sense of Congress that the Federal Perkins Loan Program, which provides low-interest loans to help needy students finance a degree in higher education, should remain a campus-based aid program and to support increased funds to provide more low-income students with options; and 4.) to make a technical correction to the Graduat e Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) program to clarify Congressional intent that a Masters Degree level institution or program is eligible to be the lead recipient of a grant under the GAANN program; and 5.) to prohibit a state from charging members of the armed forces who are on active duty for more than 30 days and whose domicile or permanent duty station is in such state, and such members' dependents, more than the in-state tuition for attending a public institution of higher education (IHE) in that state. Provides that, even if such members' permanent duty station is subsequently changed to a location outside the state, they or their dependents must continue to be charged no more than the in-state tuition if they remain continuously emolled at such IHE in the state. 2:07:56 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the McKeon amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:04:41 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McKeon amendment. 2:04:19 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. McKeon, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-523 to require the National Research Council to conduct a study of the regulat ions on institutions of higher education. 2:03:50 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On agreeing to the Miller, George amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:40:13 P.M. - H.R. 4137 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the George Miller (CA) amendment. 1:40:00 P.M. - H.R. 4137 An amendment, offered by Mr. George Miller, numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-523 to make technical changes to the bill, as well as changes to the provisions on college costs to a more consumer friendly approach, while keeping the focus on accountability; revises the definition of the state funds that count toward meeting the State Maintenance of Effort requirement; revises a technical amendment to Pell grant funding; modifies the Cohort Default Rate provisions to provide for a transition period before the new sanctions are imposed and provides for targeted technical assistance to schools in danger of losing their federal student aid as a result of high Cohort Default Rates; provides assurances that students will be aware of lower-cost federal student aid options before turning to more expensive private loans and a means to help students avoid potentially compromising their federal aid eligibility by inadvertently relying on private student loans or borrowing excess amounts of private student loans; and includes studies. 1:05:31 P.M. - H.R. 4137 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole resumed general debate on H.R. 4137. 1:05:26 P.M. - H.R. 4137 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:05:13 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4137 — "To amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes." 1:05:07 P.M. - H.R. 4137 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Hinojosa asked unanimous consent that, during further consideration of H.R. 4137 pursuant to H. Res. 956, the Chair may reduce to two minutes the minimum time for electronic voting under clause 6 of rule 18 and clauses 8 and 9 of rule 20. Agreed to without objection. 1:05:06 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 4137 as unfinished business. 1:04:46 P.M. - H.R. 4137 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 1:04:16 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Mr. Hinojosa moved that the Committee rise. 12:25:39 P.M. - H.R. 4137 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 4137. 12:25:30 P.M. - H.R. 4137 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ed Pastor to act as Chairman of the Committee. 12:25:29 P.M. - H.R. 4137 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 956 and Rule XVIII. 12:24:58 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4137 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. 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 Labor now printed in the bill. 12:24:53 P.M. - H.R. 4137 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 956. H.R. 4137 — "To amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes." 12:24:39 P.M. - H.R. 4848 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:24:38 P.M. - H.R. 4848 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 23 (Roll no. 35). 12:16:07 P.M. - H.R. 4848 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4848 — "To extend for one year parity in the application of certain limits to mental health benefits, and for other purposes." 12:14:17 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence on behalf of the victims affected by recent severe weather outbreaks. 12:13:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:13:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 1 (Roll no. 34). 12:05:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 283 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 283 — "Calling for a peaceful resolution to the current electoral crisis in Kenya." 12:05:00 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. 12:04:58 P.M. - H. Res. 941 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, H. Res. 941 is laid on the table. 12:04:56 P.M. - H. Res. 956 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:04:55 P.M. - H. Res. 956 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 190 (Roll no. 33). 11:57:48 A.M. - H. Res. 956 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 196 (Roll no. 32). 10:29:31 A.M. - H. Res. 956 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 956. 10:29:30 A.M. - H. Res. 956 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 956 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4137) to amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes." 10:06:02 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which, by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle. 10:05:32 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 3541. 10:04:59 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Sires to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:04:51 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:22 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Pastor Wes Davis, Riverton Friends Church, Baxter Springs, Kansas. 10:00:50 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 8, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:08 EDT Yes 10:44:17 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on February 12, 2008. 10:44:14 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:44:03 A.M. - Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:41:17 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:40:35 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Rogers of KY to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:40:30 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:38:43 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Dr. French B. Harmon, First Baptist Church, Somerset, Kentucky 10:38:31 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Harry E. Mitchell to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:38:15 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 12, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:04 EDT Yes 9:36:58 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Res. 975. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 13, 2008. 9:36:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:36:00 P.M. - Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:50:54 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:47:18 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 15: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 8:47:17 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 14: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Sali for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Davis of KY for 5 min. 8:47:15 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 13: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Burgess for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Kingston for 5 min, Mr. Kirk for 5 min, and Mr. Dent for 5 min. 8:47:14 P.M. - H. Res. 975 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:47:10 P.M. - H. Res. 975 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 8:46:06 P.M. - H. Res. 975 The previous question was ordered without objection. 8:05:56 P.M. - H. Res. 975 DEBATE - The House continued with debate on H. Res. 975. 8:05:21 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 974 and H. Res. 976. 7:14:21 P.M. - H. Res. 975 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 975. 7:14:08 P.M. - H. Res. 975 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 975 — "Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Tom Lantos, a Representative of the State of California." 7:13:03 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:13:03 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 357 - 0 (Roll no. 45). 7:05:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 281 — "Celebrating the birth of Abraham Lincoln and recognizing the prominence the Declaration of Independence played in the development of Abraham Lincoln's beliefs." 7:05:19 P.M. - RESUMING LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS - The Chair announced that legislative business would resume. 7:03:58 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence as a mark of respect to the memory of the late Honorable Tom Lantos. 7:03:41 P.M. - H. Res. 909 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:03:31 P.M. - H. Res. 909 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 361 - 0 (Roll no. 44). 6:55:40 P.M. - H. Res. 909 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 909 — "Commemorating the courage of the Haitian soldiers that fought for American independence in the "Siege of Savannah" and for Haiti's independence and renunciation of slavery." 6:55:36 P.M. - H. Res. 954 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:55:36 P.M. - H. Res. 954 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 357 - 0 (Roll no. 43). 6:31:32 P.M. - H. Res. 954 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 954 — "Honoring the life of senior Border Patrol agent Luis A. Aguilar, who lost his life in the line of duty near Yuma, Arizona, on January 19, 2008." 6:30:44 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Wednesday, February 13, 2008, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 960, which was ordered on Tuesday, February 12, 2008. 6:30:30 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. 6:30:25 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 12. 4:55:22 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:54:53 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE NUMBER OF HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the passing of the gentleman from California, Mr. Lantos, the whole number of the House is 429. 4:54:46 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 67 and S. Con. Res. 68 . 4:54:45 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 she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 8, 2008, at 2:22 p.m.: That the Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 273, S. Con. Res. 67 and S. Con. Res. 68. 4:53:40 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 2071. 4:53:39 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 she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 12, 2008, at 10:20 a.m.: That the Senate agreed to S. Res. 446 and that the Senate passed S. 2071. 4:52:26 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the Economic Report of the President and the 2008 Annual Report of the Council of Economic Advisers - referred to the Joint Economic Committee and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-83). 4:51:02 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 transmitted a sealed envelope received from the White House on February 11, 2008, at 4:12 p.m. and said to contain a message from the President whereby he submitted the Economic Report of the President and the 2008 Annual Report of the Council of Economic Advisers. 4:49:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 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. 4:39:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 281. 4:39:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:39:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 281 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 281 — "Celebrating the birth of Abraham Lincoln and recognizing the prominence the Declaration of Independence played in the development of Abraham Lincoln's beliefs." 4:39:04 P.M. - H.R. 5135 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:39:01 P.M. - H.R. 5135 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:32:09 P.M. - H.R. 5135 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5135. 4:32:02 P.M. - H.R. 5135 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:31:48 P.M. - H.R. 5135 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5135 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 201 West Greenway Street in Derby, Kansas, as the "Sergeant Jamie O. Maugans Post Office Building"." 4:31:21 P.M. - H.R. 4203 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 4:31:19 P.M. - H.R. 4203 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:31:16 P.M. - H.R. 4203 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 4:22:12 P.M. - H.R. 4203 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4203. 4:22:01 P.M. - H.R. 4203 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:21:41 P.M. - H.R. 4203 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4203 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3035 Stone Mountain Street in Lithonia, Georgia, as the "Jamaal RaShard Addison Post Office Building"." 4:21:23 P.M. - H.R. 3532 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:21:17 P.M. - H.R. 3532 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:14:37 P.M. - H.R. 3532 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3532. 4:14:35 P.M. - H.R. 3532 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:14:15 P.M. - H.R. 3532 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3532 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5815 McLeod Street in Lula, Georgia, as the "Private Johnathon Millican Lula Post Office"." 4:13:50 P.M. - H.R. 3468 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:13:48 P.M. - H.R. 3468 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:06:53 P.M. - H.R. 3468 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3468. 4:06:51 P.M. - H.R. 3468 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:06:30 P.M. - H.R. 3468 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3468 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1704 Weeksville Road in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, as the "Dr. Clifford Bell Jones, Sr. Post Office"." 4:06:20 P.M. - H. Res. 960 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. 3:51:59 P.M. - H. Res. 960 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 960. 3:51:58 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:51:37 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 960 — "Congratulating the National Football League champion New York Giants for winning Super Bowl XLII and completing one of the most remarkable postseason runs in professional sports history." 3:51:05 P.M. - H. Res. 909 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. 3:32:52 P.M. - H. Res. 909 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 909. 3:32:50 P.M. - H. Res. 909 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:32:34 P.M. - H. Res. 909 Mr. Faleomavaega moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 909 — "Commemorating the courage of the Haitian soldiers that fought for American independence in the "Siege of Savannah" and for Haiti's independence and renunciation of slavery." 3:32:13 P.M. - H.R. 5270 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:32:10 P.M. - H.R. 5270 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:14:07 P.M. - H.R. 5270 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5270. 3:14:05 P.M. - H.R. 5270 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:13:51 P.M. - H.R. 5270 Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5270 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, and for other purposes." 3:13:19 P.M. - H.R. 29 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:13:17 P.M. - H.R. 29 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:10:39 P.M. - H.R. 29 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 29. 3:10:37 P.M. - H.R. 29 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:10:25 P.M. - H.R. 29 Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 29 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to construct facilities to provide water for irrigation, municipal, domestic, military, and other uses from the Santa Margarita River, California, and for other purposes." 3:10:03 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 209 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:10:00 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 209 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:04:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 209 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 209. 3:04:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 209 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:03:52 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 209 Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 209 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that the Museum of the American Quilter's Society, located in Paducah, Kentucky, should be designated as the "National Quilt Museum of the United States"." 3:03:48 P.M. - H. Res. 868 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:03:46 P.M. - H. Res. 868 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:56:59 P.M. - H. Res. 868 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 868. 2:56:56 P.M. - H. Res. 868 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:56:37 P.M. - H. Res. 868 Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 868 — "Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the declaration of Muir Woods National Monument by President Theodore Roosevelt." 2:56:31 P.M. - H.R. 3332 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:56:29 P.M. - H.R. 3332 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:36:14 P.M. - H.R. 3332 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3332. 2:36:12 P.M. - H.R. 3332 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:35:56 P.M. - H.R. 3332 Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3332 — "To provide for the establishment of a memorial within Kalaupapa National Historical Park located on the island of Molokai, in the State of Hawaii, to honor and perpetuate the memory of those individuals who were forcibly relocated to the Kalaupapa Peninsula from 1866 to 1969, and for other purposes." 2:35:52 P.M. - H.R. 2251 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:35:49 P.M. - H.R. 2251 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:56 P.M. - H.R. 2251 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2251. 2:28:54 P.M. - H.R. 2251 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:27:02 P.M. - H.R. 2251 Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2251 — "To extend the Acadia National Park Advisory Commission, to provide improved visitor services at the park, and for other purposes." 2:26:41 P.M. - H. Res. 954 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. 2:07:19 P.M. - H. Res. 954 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 954. 2:07:17 P.M. - H. Res. 954 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:06:52 P.M. - H. Res. 954 Mr. Thompson (MS) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 954 — "Honoring the life of senior Border Patrol agent Luis A. Aguilar, who lost his life in the line of duty near Yuma, Arizona, on January 19, 2008." 2:06:31 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:03:26 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:17 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Solis to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:14 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Chaplain William E. Dickens, Jr., 445th Airlift Wing, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio 2:00:09 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 12. 12:35:13 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:30:43 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:30:15 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable G. K. Butterfield to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:05 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 13, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:53:00 EDT Yes 9:00:19 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 14, 2008. 9:00:18 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:00:09 P.M. - Mr. Meek (FL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:49:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 6:49:39 P.M. - Mr. McGovern filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 982 and H. Res. 983. 6:30:54 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:30:25 P.M. - Mr. Price of GA requested that Mr. Murphy, Tim of PA be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 14. 6:23:55 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:21:46 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification regarding an executive order with respect to the Government of Syria - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-95). 6:20:46 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Thursday, February 14, 2008, the roll call votes on the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 966, H. Con. Res. 289, H. Res. 790, H. Res. 963, and H. Res. 972; and the roll call votes on the motions to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 1834, S. 2571, and H.R. 4169, which were ordered on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. 6:20:45 P.M. - H. Res. 971 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:20:42 P.M. - H. Res. 971 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 5:59:51 P.M. - H. Res. 971 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 971. 5:59:38 P.M. - H. Res. 971 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:59:10 P.M. - H. Res. 971 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 971 — "Expressing the sympathies and support of the House of Representatives for the individuals and institutions affected by the powerful tornados that struck communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee on February 5th, 2008." 5:58:52 P.M. - H. Res. 972 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. 5:47:02 P.M. - H. Res. 972 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 972. 5:46:59 P.M. - H. Res. 972 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:46:13 P.M. - H. Res. 972 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 972 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day." 5:46:08 P.M. - H. Res. 963 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. 5:40:18 P.M. - H. Res. 963 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 963. 5:40:16 P.M. - H. Res. 963 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:40:02 P.M. - H. Res. 963 Mr. Rodriguez moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 963 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week, and for other purposes." 5:39:57 P.M. - H. Res. 790 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. 5:28:27 P.M. - H. Res. 790 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 790. 5:28:24 P.M. - H. Res. 790 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:28:09 P.M. - H. Res. 790 Mr. Rodriguez moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 790 — "Commending the people of the State of Washington for showing their support for the needs of the State of Washington's veterans and encouraging residents of other States to pursue creative ways to show their own support for veterans." 5:27:33 P.M. - H.R. 4169 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. 5:15:50 P.M. - H.R. 4169 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4169. 5:15:48 P.M. - H.R. 4169 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:15:33 P.M. - H.R. 4169 Mr. Rodriguez moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4169 — "To authorize the placement in Arlington National Cemetery of an American Braille tactile flag in Arlington National Cemetery honoring blind members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and other Americans." 5:12:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 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. 4:56:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 289. 4:56:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:56:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 289 — "Honoring and praising the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People on the occasion of its 99th anniversary." 4:55:20 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:55:19 P.M. - H. Res. 917 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. 57). 4:46:01 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 917 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Engineers Week, and for other purposes." 4:45:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 293 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:45:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 293 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 215 - 203 (Roll no. 56). 4:26:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 293 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 293 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 4:19:40 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:19:39 P.M. - H. Res. 960 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 55). 4:12:24 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 960 — "Congratulating the National Football League champion New York Giants for winning Super Bowl XLII and completing one of the most remarkable postseason runs in professional sports history." 4:11:08 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of certain motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:11:04 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:11:03 P.M. - H.R. 5349 On passage Failed by recorded vote: 191 - 229 (Roll no. 54). 4:01:50 P.M. - H.R. 5349 On motion to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 196 (Roll no. 53). 3:36:09 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Mr. Conyers moved to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair. 3:35:46 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Mr. Smith (TX) appealed the ruling of the chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the chair. 3:31:48 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. 3:31:48 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Mr. Conyers raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Conyers stated that the amendment contained in the motion to recommit with instructions was not germane and should not be considered. Sustained by the Chair. 3:31:08 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to recommit with instructions to Judiciary. 3:07:18 P.M. - H.R. 5349 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 976, the House resumed debate on H.R. 5349. 3:06:31 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5349 — "To extend the Protect America Act of 2007 for 21 days." 3:00:24 P.M. - S. 2571 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. 2:55:11 P.M. - S. 2571 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2571. 2:55:09 P.M. - S. 2571 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:54:49 P.M. - S. 2571 Mr. Cardoza moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2571 — "To make technical corrections to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act." 2:54:31 P.M. - H.R. 1834 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. 2:42:25 P.M. - H.R. 1834 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1834. 2:42:23 P.M. - H.R. 1834 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:42:09 P.M. - H.R. 1834 Mr. Lipinski moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1834 — "To authorize the national ocean exploration program and the national undersea research program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration." 2:41:47 P.M. - H. Res. 917 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. 2:29:48 P.M. - H. Res. 917 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 917. 2:29:46 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:29:27 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Mr. Lipinski moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 917 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Engineers Week, and for other purposes." 2:28:44 P.M. - H. Res. 966 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. 2:19:22 P.M. - H. Res. 966 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 966. 2:19:20 P.M. - H. Res. 966 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:18:49 P.M. - H. Res. 966 Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 966 — "Honoring African American inventors, past and present, for their leadership, courage, and significant contributions to our national competitiveness." 2:16:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 2:15:00 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Pursuant to section 2 of H. Res. 976, further proceedings on H.R. 5349 are postponed. 1:22:10 P.M. - H.R. 5349 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5349. 1:21:56 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5349 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. 1:21:51 P.M. - H.R. 5349 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 976. H.R. 5349 — "To extend the Protect America Act of 2007 for 21 days." 1:21:32 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by recorded vote: 3 - 395 (Roll no. 52). 1:04:06 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (WA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:57:03 P.M. - H. Res. 976 On motion to table the motion to reconsider Agreed to by recorded vote: (Roll No. 51). 12:54:03 P.M. - H. Res. 976 Mr. Arcuri moved to table the motion to reconsider 12:53:02 P.M. - H. Res. 976 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to reconsider the vote. 12:53:01 P.M. - H. Res. 976 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 206 - 199 (Roll no. 50). 12:44:16 P.M. - H. Res. 976 On motion to table the motion to reconsider Agreed to by recorded vote: 206 - 194 (Roll no. 49). 12:37:16 P.M. - H. Res. 976 Mr. Arcuri moved to table the motion to reconsider. 12:37:15 P.M. - H. Res. 976 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to reconsider. 12:36:52 P.M. - H. Res. 976 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 210 - 195 (Roll no. 48). 11:24:04 A.M. - H. Res. 976 DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 976. 11:23:03 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 7 - 364 (Roll no. 47). 11:00:36 A.M. - Mr. Hastings (WA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:57:46 A.M. - H. Res. 976 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 976. 10:57:05 A.M. - H. Res. 976 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 976 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5349) to extend the Protect America Act of 2007 for 21 days." 10:56:30 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 3 - 366 (Roll no. 46). 10:29:23 A.M. - Mrs. Blackburn moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:04:47 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle. 10:04:30 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 3773 amended. 10:03:37 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:03:04 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC 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. 10:01:49 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Chad Eaton, Biltmore Baptist Church, Arden, North Carolina 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 14, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:56 EDT Yes 6:09:09 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 15, 2008. 6:09:08 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:09:00 P.M. - Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:07:27 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:03:13 P.M. - H. Res. 972 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:03:12 P.M. - H. Res. 972 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 389 - 0 (Roll no. 68). 3:56:25 P.M. - H. Res. 972 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 972 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day." 3:56:21 P.M. - H. Res. 963 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:56:20 P.M. - H. Res. 963 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 0 (Roll no. 67). 3:50:11 P.M. - H. Res. 963 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 963 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week, and for other purposes." 3:50:04 P.M. - H. Res. 790 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:50:03 P.M. - H. Res. 790 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 383 - 0 (Roll no. 66). 3:43:09 P.M. - H. Res. 790 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 790 — "Commending the people of the State of Washington for showing their support for the needs of the State of Washington's veterans and encouraging residents of other States to pursue creative ways to show their own support for veterans." 3:43:05 P.M. - H.R. 4169 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:43:04 P.M. - H.R. 4169 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 0 (Roll no. 65). 3:26:35 P.M. - H.R. 4169 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4169 — "To authorize the placement in Arlington National Cemetery of an American Braille tactile flag in Arlington National Cemetery honoring blind members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and other Americans." 3:25:01 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. 3:08:00 P.M. - QUESTION OF PRIVILIGES OF THE HOUSE - Under rule IX, Mr. Lincoln Diaz-Balart (FL) rose to a point of personal privilege. The Chair announced that she had been made aware of a valid basis for the point of personal privilege and recognized Mr. Diaz-Balart for up to one hour. 3:07:24 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:07:24 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 0 (Roll no. 64). 2:59:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 289 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 289 — "Honoring and praising the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People on the occasion of its 99th anniversary." 2:59:33 P.M. - S. 2571 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:59:32 P.M. - S. 2571 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 0 (Roll no. 63). 2:52:48 P.M. - S. 2571 Considered as unfinished business. S. 2571 — "To make technical corrections to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act." 2:52:44 P.M. - H.R. 1834 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:52:43 P.M. - H.R. 1834 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 352 - 49 (Roll no. 62). 2:44:15 P.M. - H.R. 1834 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1834 — "To authorize the national ocean exploration program and the national undersea research program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration." 2:44:12 P.M. - H.R. 1834 By unanimous consent, the text of H.R. 1834, as proposed to be adopted under suspension of the rules, was modified by an amendment placed at the desk. 2:43:06 P.M. - H. Res. 966 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:43:05 P.M. - H. Res. 966 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 387 - 0 (Roll no. 61). 2:23:30 P.M. - H. Res. 966 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 966 — "Honoring African American inventors, past and present, for their leadership, courage, and significant contributions to our national competitiveness." 2:22:59 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. 2:22:55 P.M. - H. Res. 980 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 982, H. Res. 980 is considered passed House. 2:22:53 P.M. - H. Res. 979 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 982, H. Res. 979 is considered passed House. 2:22:48 P.M. - H. Res. 982 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:22:47 P.M. - H. Res. 982 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 223 - 32, 1 Present (Roll no. 60). 1:59:02 P.M. - H. Res. 982 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:39:58 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 2 - 400 (Roll no. 59). 1:13:31 P.M. - Mr. Diaz-Balart, L. moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:58:55 A.M. - H. Res. 982 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 982. 11:57:39 A.M. - H. Res. 982 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 982 — "Providing for the adoption of the resolution (H. Res. 979) recommending that the House of Representatives find Harriet Miers and Joshua Bolten, Chief of Staff, White House, in contempt of Congress for refusal to comply with subpoenas duly issued by the Committee on the Judiciary and for the adoption of the resolution (H. Res. 980) authorizing the Committee on the Judiciary to initiate or intervene in judicial proceedings to enforce certain subpoenas." 11:57:13 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 5270. 11:56:57 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 2 - 390 (Roll no. 58). 11:05:56 A.M. - Mr. Diaz-Balart, L. moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:05:51 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 10:18:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:03:52 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 10:03:29 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Blumenauer to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:24 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:43 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Monsignor Richard W. O'Keeffe, Immaculate Conception Church, Yuma, Arizona 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 15, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:52 EDT Yes 10:25:23 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 293. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 19, 2008. 10:25:20 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:25:06 A.M. - Mr. Hoyer moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:05:38 A.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, February 21, 2008, pursuant to this order, it adjourn to meet at 4 p.m. on Monday, February 25, 2008. Agreed to without objection. 10:04:36 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 293 and passed H.R. 1216. 10:04:04 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. 10:04:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:58 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:01:44 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. McGovern to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:50 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 19, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:49 EDT Yes 10:05:56 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 293. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on February 21, 2008. 10:05:50 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:05:00 A.M. - Mr. Peterson (MN) moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:04:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Peterson of MN 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. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Dr. Alan N. Keiran, Chief of Staff, Office of the Senate Chaplain 10:00:00 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Chris Van Hollen 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 21, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:46 EDT Yes 12:04:30 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on February 25, 2008. 12:04:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:04:10 P.M. - Mr. Peterson (MN) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:03:01 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Peterson of MN to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:00 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 Rev. J. Cletus Kiley, President, The Faith & Politics Institute, Washington, DC. 12:00:01 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. McGovern 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 25, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:42 EDT Yes 8:55:33 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on February 26, 2008. 8:55:32 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:55:00 P.M. - Ms. Baldwin moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:36:45 P.M. - Mr. Kirk requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 28: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Poe for 5 min, and Mr. Garrett of NJ for 5 min. 7:36:43 P.M. - Mr. Kirk requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 27: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:36:41 P.M. - Mr. Kirk requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 26: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Poe for 5 min. 7:36:29 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:30:33 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:30:18 P.M. - H. Res. 989 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:30:12 P.M. - H. Res. 989 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 7:30:00 P.M. - H. Res. 989 The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House. 7:21:32 P.M. - H. Res. 989 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous special order, the House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on H. Res. 989. 7:21:27 P.M. - H. Res. 989 Considered pursuant to a previous order. H. Res. 989 — "Dismissing the election contest relating to the office of Representative from the Thirteenth Congressional District of Florida." 7:20:00 P.M. - H. Res. 989 Consideration initiated pursuant to a previous order. 7:19:33 P.M. - H. Res. 989 ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Gonzalez asked unanimous consent that it be in order immediately in the House to consider H. Res. 989; that the resolution be considered as read; that debate shall continue for not to exceed ten minutes equally divided and controlled; that the previous question shall be considered as ordered to adoption without any intervening motion. Agreed to without objection. 7:18:56 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:18:55 P.M. - H. Res. 944 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 71). 7:07:01 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 944 — "Honoring the service and accomplishments of Lieutenant General Russel L. Honore, United States Army, for his 37 years of service on behalf of the United States." 7:06:10 P.M. - H. Res. 930 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:06:10 P.M. - H. Res. 930 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 70). 6:58:16 P.M. - H. Res. 930 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 930 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month"." 6:55:18 P.M. - H. Res. 978 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:55:17 P.M. - H. Res. 978 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 379 - 0 (Roll no. 69). 6:31:24 P.M. - H. Res. 978 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 978 — "Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 3-7, 2008, as "School Social Work Week" to promote awareness of the vital role of school social workers in schools, and in the community as a whole, in helping students prepare for their future as productive citizens." 6:31:04 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. 6:30:57 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 25. 4:50:24 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:49:43 P.M. - H.R. 5478 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:49:39 P.M. - H.R. 5478 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:46:23 P.M. - H.R. 5478 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5478. 4:46:22 P.M. - H.R. 5478 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:45:58 P.M. - H.R. 5478 Ms. Moore (WI) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5478 — "To provide for the continued minting and issuance of certain $1 coins in 2008." 4:45:13 P.M. - H. Res. 944 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. 4:29:23 P.M. - H. Res. 944 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 944. 4:29:22 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:29:00 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 944 — "Honoring the service and accomplishments of Lieutenant General Russel L. Honore, United States Army, for his 37 years of service on behalf of the United States." 4:28:52 P.M. - H. Res. 930 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. 4:15:56 P.M. - H. Res. 930 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 930. 4:15:55 P.M. - H. Res. 930 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:15:42 P.M. - H. Res. 930 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 930 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month"." 4:15:28 P.M. - H. Res. 978 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. 4:08:34 P.M. - H. Res. 978 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 978. 4:08:31 P.M. - H. Res. 978 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:08:18 P.M. - H. Res. 978 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 978 — "Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 3-7, 2008, as "School Social Work Week" to promote awareness of the vital role of school social workers in schools, and in the community as a whole, in helping students prepare for their future as productive citizens." 4:07:11 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 she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 21, 2008, at 1:08 p.m., stating that that body had agreed to the conference report to accompany the bill H.R. 2082. 4:07:10 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:04:15 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 4:03:50 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Courtney to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4:03:46 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 4:01:51 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 4:00:36 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 26, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:38 EDT Yes 5:57:26 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 27, 2008. 5:57:25 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:57:14 P.M. - Mr. Rohrabacher moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:51:32 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House continued with special order speeches. 5:51:31 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1001. 5:50:54 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Feb. 27. Agreed to without objection. 3:43:53 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:43:02 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested general leave to address the House for 5 minutes on March 4. 3:43:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 28. 3:42:58 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 27. 3:38:07 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 3:32:00 P.M. - H.R. 3521 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that pursuant to section 2 of H. Res. 974, further proceedings on the bill H.R. 3521 would be postponed. 3:21:43 P.M. - H.R. 3521 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Bachmann 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 provisions that state that the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development shall not accept as reasonable any fees for enforcing any provision of a dwelling lease agreement or other similar agreement that requires the registration of or prohibits the possession of any firearm that is possessed by an individual for his or her personal protection or for sport the possession of which is not prohibited, or the registration of which is not required, by existing law. 3:20:50 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Mrs. Bachmann moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 3:20:00 P.M. - H.R. 3521 On motion to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by recorded vote: 218 - 195 (Roll no. 77). 3:02:35 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Mr. Sires moved to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair. 3:02:03 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to appeal the ruling of the Chair. 3:00:46 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. 3:00:46 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Mr. Sires raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Sires stated that the provisions of the amendment contained in the instructions accompanying the motion to recommit were not germane. Sustained by the Chair. 2:58:03 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 2:55:52 P.M. - H.R. 3521 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. 2:55:51 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:55:26 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3521. 2:54:35 P.M. - H.R. 3521 On agreeing to the Meek (FL) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 337 - 77 (Roll no. 76). 2:46:15 P.M. - H.R. 3521 On agreeing to the Sires amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 415 - 0 (Roll no. 75). 2:20:49 P.M. - H.R. 3521 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. 2:19:49 P.M. - H.R. 3521 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Meek (FL) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Roskam demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:16:48 P.M. - H.R. 3521 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 974, the House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Meek (FL) amendment to H.R. 3521. 2:16:43 P.M. - H.R. 3521 An amendment, offered by Mr. Meek (FL), Amendment numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-524 holds HUD re sponsible, in the case of receivership, for performing the same responsibilities that the local housing agencies have in respect to working with tenant associations before building public housing. Additionally, in the case of receivership, before building new public housing HUD must honor any formal agreements entered into before the commencement of such receivership between the local housing authority and the tenant association. 2:16:17 P.M. - H.R. 3521 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Sires amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Sires demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:15:54 P.M. - DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 974, the House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Sires amendment to H.R. 3521. 2:15:53 P.M. - H.R. 3521 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sires, Amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-524 clarifies the intent of an amendment offered by Rep. Velazquez and adopted by the Financial Services Committee by ensuring that public housing authorities that apply to HUD for "stop-loss" do not have their applications rejected on the basis that the management and related fees they establish pursuant to this bill are not reasonable as defined by HUD. Additionally, the amendment is a restatement of current law with respect to the ineligibility of illegal immigrants for assistance. 1:49:20 P.M. - H.R. 3521 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3521. 1:49:10 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The Speaker designated the Honorable Jose E. Serrano to act as Chairman of the Committee. 1:49:01 P.M. - H.R. 3521 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 974 and Rule XVIII. 1:48:23 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3521 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. 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 Financial Services now printed in the bill. 1:48:18 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 974. H.R. 3521 — "To improve the Operating Fund for public housing of the Department of Housing and Urban Development." 1:46:13 P.M. - COMMITTEE RESIGNATION - Mr. Heller notified the House of his resignation from the Committees on Natural Resources, Education and Labor, and Small Business effective February 25, 2008. The resignations were accepted without objection. 1:46:12 P.M. - COMMITTEE RESIGNATION - Mr. Jordan notified the House of his resignation from the Committee on Small Business effective February 25, 2008. The resignation was accepted without objection. 1:45:11 P.M. - H. Res. 999 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:45:01 P.M. - H. Res. 999 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:44:37 P.M. - H. Res. 999 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 999 — "Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 1:44:21 P.M. - H. Res. 998 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:44:16 P.M. - H. Res. 998 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:43:53 P.M. - H. Res. 998 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 998 — "Electing Minority Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 1:42:58 P.M. - COMMITTEE RESIGNATION - Mr. Bonner notified the House of his resignation from the Committees on Agriculture and Science and Technology effective February 25, 2008. The resignations were accepted without objection. 1:42:40 P.M. - H. Res. 955 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 974, H. Res. 955 is laid on the table. 1:42:30 P.M. - H. Res. 974 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:42:00 P.M. - H. Res. 974 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 218 - 190 (Roll no. 74). 1:35:10 P.M. - H. Res. 974 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 212 - 198 (Roll no. 73). 1:28:37 P.M. - H. Res. 974 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 974 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3521) to improve the Operating Fund for public housing of the Department of Housing and Urban Development." 1:28:34 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 183, 1 Present (Roll no. 72). 1:02:45 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the roll calls on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 974, both of which had been postponed from earlier in the legislative day. 1:02:30 P.M. - H. Res. 974 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 974, Mr. Hastings of Florida moved the previous question on adoption of the resolution and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Sessions 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. 12:30:46 P.M. - H. Res. 974 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 974. 12:30:25 P.M. - H. Res. 974 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 974 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3521) to improve the Operating Fund for public housing of the Department of Housing and Urban Development." 12:05:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:04:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Smith of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:11 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Wilson of South Carolina demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Wilson of South Carolina demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 12:00:58 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Adolphus C. Lacey, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Peekskill, New York. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 26. 10:41:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:31:21 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:31:08 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Yvette D. Clarke to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:47 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 27, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:35 EDT Yes 7:36:13 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 28, 2008. 7:36:12 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:36:00 P.M. - Mr. Klein (FL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:15:04 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:14:12 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 5: himself for 5 min and Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min. 5:14:10 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested that Mr. Franks of AZ be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 4. 5:11:24 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:10:52 P.M. - H.R. 5264 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 5:10:49 P.M. - H.R. 5264 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:10:47 P.M. - H.R. 5264 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 4:32:45 P.M. - H.R. 5264 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5264. 4:32:43 P.M. - H.R. 5264 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:31:50 P.M. - H.R. 5264 Mr. Levin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 5264 — "To extend certain trade preference programs, and for other purposes." 4:30:59 P.M. - Board of Visitors to the United States Naval Academy - Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 6968(a), and the order of the House of January 4, 2007 the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the Board of Visitors to the United States Naval Academy: Mr. Frelinghuysen. 4:30:51 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That the Speaker be authorized to entertain motions to suspend the rules on Thursday, February 28, 2008, as though under clause 1 of rule XV. Agreed to without objection. 4:30:50 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:30:49 P.M. - H.R. 5351 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 182 (Roll no. 84). 4:04:41 P.M. - H.R. 5351 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 197 - 222 (Roll no. 83). 3:41:01 P.M. - H.R. 5351 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 3:28:31 P.M. - H.R. 5351 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the English motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require that the bill be reported back to the House promptly with several amendments striking sections pertaining to modification of credit phase-out; modification of limitation on automobile depreciation; relating to co-production of renewable diesel with petroleum feedstock; relating to clarification that credits for fuel are designed to provide an incentive for United States production; relating to extension of transportation fringe benefit to bicycle commuters; relating to restructuring of New York Liberty Zone tax credits; relating to qualified energy conservation bonds and revenue provisions. At the end of the bill, the motion adds a new title V. 3:27:21 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Mr. English (PA) moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. 3:26:41 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Motion to appeal the ruling of the chair tabled. 3:26:11 P.M. - H.R. 5351 On motion to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 191 (Roll no. 82). 3:01:31 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Mr. Rangel moved to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair 3:01:10 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Mr. Hoekstra appealed the ruling of the chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the chair. 2:55:50 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. 2:55:10 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Mr. Rangel raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Rangel stated that the provisions of the amendment contained in the instructions accompanying the motion to recommit were not germane. Sustained by the Chair. 2:52:00 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Mr. Hoekstra moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. 2:51:59 P.M. - H.R. 5351 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:53:27 P.M. - H.R. 5351 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour and thirty minutes of debate on H.R. 5351. 12:53:20 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5351 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. A specified amendment is in order. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. An amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in the Congressional Record pursuant to clause 8 of rule XVIII, if offered by Representative McCrery of Louisiana or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order (except those arising under clause 7 of rule XVI, clause 9 of rule XXI, or clause 10 of rule XXI) 12:53:15 P.M. - H.R. 5351 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1001. H.R. 5351 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax incentives for the production of renewable energy and energy conservation." 12:52:47 P.M. - H. Res. 983 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1001, H. Res. 983 is laid on the table. 12:51:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1001 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:51:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1001 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 188 (Roll no. 81). 12:45:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1001 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 189 (Roll no. 80). 12:38:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1001 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1001 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5351) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax incentives for the production of renewable energy and energy conservation." 12:38:40 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 185, 1 Present (Roll no. 79). 12:15:19 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and ordering the previous question on H. Res. 1001, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 12:14:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1001 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1001, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Lincoln Diaz-Balart demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 11:08:30 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1001. 11:08:29 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1001 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5351) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax incentives for the production of renewable energy and energy conservation." 11:07:51 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 On motion to consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 186 (Roll no. 78). 10:28:23 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Conaway raised a point of order against the provisions of H. Res. 1001 because it violates the Congressional Budget Act. The Chair announced that the disposition of the point of order would be resolved by the question of consideration of H. Res. 1001. The House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the point of order at the end of which the Chair will put the question on consideration. 10:11:40 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 By direction of the Committee on Rules, Ms. Matsui called up H. Res. 1001, and asked for its immediate consideration. 10:05:50 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle. 10:05:28 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 428. 10:05:12 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Braley of IA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:04:44 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Poe 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. Poe objected to the voice vote and made a point of no quorum and the Chair announced that further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal would be postponed until later in the legislative day. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 10:01:43 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Wayne Graumann, Salem Lutheran Church, Tomball, Texas 10:00:00 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable John T. Salazar 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 28, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:31 EDT Yes 1:30:18 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on March 3, 2008. 1:30:17 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 1:30:06 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett (MD) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:11:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 12:10:22 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 12:08:16 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, March 3, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 12:08:01 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, February 28, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 3, 2008. Agreed to without objection. 11:54:36 A.M. - APPOINTMENT - Pursuant to S. Con. Res. 67, 110th Congress, and the order of the House of January 4, 2007, the Chair announced the Speaker's appointment of the following Members of the House to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies: Ms. Pelosi (CA), Mr. Hoyer (MD), and Mr. Boehner (OH). 11:54:35 A.M. - National Commission on Children and Disasters - Pursuant to section 605(a) of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (Public Law 110-161), and the order of the House of January 4, 2007, the Speaker appointed Dr. Irwin Redliner, New York, NY, and Mr. Bruce A. Lockwood, Canton, CT . 11:53:51 A.M. - H.R. 4454 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:53:51 A.M. - H.R. 4454 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 0 (Roll no. 87). 11:47:07 A.M. - H.R. 4454 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4454 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3050 Hunsinger Lane in Louisville, Kentucky, as the "Iraq and Afghanistan Fallen Military Heroes of Louisville Memorial Post Office Building", in honor of the servicemen and women from Louisville, Kentucky, who died in service during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom." 11:46:41 A.M. - H.R. 3936 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:46:40 A.M. - H.R. 3936 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 0 (Roll no. 86). 11:39:53 A.M. - H.R. 3936 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3936 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 116 Helen Highway in Cleveland, Georgia, as the "Sgt. Jason Harkins Post Office Building"." 11:39:35 A.M. - S. 2272 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:39:34 A.M. - S. 2272 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 0 (Roll no. 85). 11:14:21 A.M. - S. 2272 Considered as unfinished business. S. 2272 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service known as the Southpark Station in Alexandria, Louisiana, as the John "Marty" Thiels Southpark Station, in honor and memory of Thiels, a Louisiana postal worker who was killed in the line of duty on October 4, 2007." 11:13:19 A.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. 11:13:04 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 68 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:13:02 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 68 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:09:42 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 68 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 68. 11:09:40 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 68 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:09:26 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 68 Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. S. Con. Res. 68 — "Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies." 11:09:11 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 67 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:09:09 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 67 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:04:43 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 67 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 67. 11:04:40 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 67 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:04:21 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 67 Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. S. Con. Res. 67 — "Establishing the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies." 11:03:38 A.M. - H.R. 4454 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. 10:53:59 A.M. - H.R. 4454 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4454. 10:53:55 A.M. - H.R. 4454 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:53:43 A.M. - H.R. 4454 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4454 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3050 Hunsinger Lane in Louisville, Kentucky, as the "Iraq and Afghanistan Fallen Military Heroes of Louisville Memorial Post Office Building", in honor of the servicemen and women from Louisville, Kentucky, who died in service during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom." 10:53:24 A.M. - H.R. 3803 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:53:19 A.M. - H.R. 3803 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:43:39 A.M. - H.R. 3803 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3803. 10:43:37 A.M. - H.R. 3803 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:43:13 A.M. - H.R. 3803 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3803 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3100 Cashwell Drive in Goldsboro, North Carolina, as the "John Henry Wooten, Sr. Post Office Building"." 10:42:46 A.M. - H.R. 3936 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. 10:35:58 A.M. - H.R. 3936 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3936. 10:35:56 A.M. - H.R. 3936 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:35:40 A.M. - H.R. 3936 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3936 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 116 Helen Highway in Cleveland, Georgia, as the "Sgt. Jason Harkins Post Office Building"." 10:35:05 A.M. - S. 2272 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. 10:28:59 A.M. - S. 2272 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2272. 10:28:57 A.M. - S. 2272 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:28:42 A.M. - S. 2272 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2272 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service known as the Southpark Station in Alexandria, Louisiana, as the John "Marty" Thiels Southpark Station, in honor and memory of Thiels, a Louisiana postal worker who was killed in the line of duty on October 4, 2007." 10:28:36 A.M. - S. 2478 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:28:33 A.M. - S. 2478 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:18:55 A.M. - S. 2478 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2478. 10:18:52 A.M. - S. 2478 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:18:18 A.M. - S. 2478 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2478 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 59 Colby Corner in East Hampstead, New Hampshire, as the "Captain Jonathan D. Grassbaugh Post Office"." 10:18:07 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions. 10:04:13 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:03:48 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 1200 and S. 2450. 10:02:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe 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. 10:00:10 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 3, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:28 EDT Yes 2:08:59 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 March 4, 2008. 2:07:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting an agreement with the Kingdom of Denmark concerning Social Security - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-97). 2:06:26 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 she was transmitting a sealed envelope received from the White House on February 28, 2008, at 3:49 p.m., and said to contain a message from the President whereby he submitted an agreement with the Kingdom of Denmark concerning Social Security. 2:05:57 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 Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she received the following message from the Secretary of Senate on February 29, 2008, at 11:30 a.m.: That the Senate passed S. 2146 and S. 996. 2:04:41 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 she received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 28, 2008, at 3:17 p.m. and 5:32 p.m.: That the Senate passed H.R. 5264 and H.R. 5478. 2:03:04 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:53 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:02:04 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:01:55 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Darlene Hooley to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:23 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 4, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:23 EDT Yes 9:04:14 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 5, 2008. 9:04:13 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:04:02 P.M. - Mr. Rohrabacher moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:54:24 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:53:09 P.M. - Ms. Castor filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H.R. 1424 and H.R. 2857. 7:25:50 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:25:40 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 11: Mr. Poe for 5 min and himself for 5 min. 7:25:30 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 10: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, and himself for 5 min. 7:25:10 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 6: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Garrett of NJ for 5 min, and Mr. Burgess for 5 min. 7:25:01 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 5: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:16:12 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:15:38 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting notification of continuation of the national emergency with respect to Zimbabwe - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-99). 7:15:12 P.M. - H.R. 816 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:15:11 P.M. - H.R. 816 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 375 - 0 (Roll no. 90). 7:07:01 P.M. - H.R. 816 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 816 — "To provide for the release of certain land from the Sunrise Mountain Instant Study Area in the State of Nevada and to grant a right-of-way across the released land for the construction and maintenance of a flood control project." 7:06:59 P.M. - H.R. 1311 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 7:06:58 P.M. - H.R. 1311 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:06:57 P.M. - H.R. 1311 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 0 (Roll no. 89). 6:57:47 P.M. - H.R. 1311 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1311 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey the Alta-Hualapai Site to the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, for the development of a cancer treatment facility." 6:57:46 P.M. - H.R. 1143 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:57:45 P.M. - H.R. 1143 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 378 - 0 (Roll no. 88). 6:33:08 P.M. - H.R. 1143 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1143 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to lease certain lands in Virgin Islands National Park, and for other purposes." 6:32:45 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Wednesday March 5, 2008, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rule and pass H.R. 4191, which was ordered Tuesday, March 4, 2008. 6:32:40 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. 6:32:29 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 6:31:48 P.M. - Mr. Scott (GA) asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Mar. 5. Agreed to without objection. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 4. 2:55:13 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 2:54:55 P.M. - H.R. 4191 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. 2:47:35 P.M. - H.R. 4191 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4191. 2:47:32 P.M. - H.R. 4191 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:47:13 P.M. - H.R. 4191 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4191 — "To redesignate Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historic Park in the State of Ohio as "Wright Brothers-Dunbar National Historic Park", and for other purposes." 2:46:53 P.M. - H.R. 1922 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:46:50 P.M. - H.R. 1922 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:46:45 P.M. - H.R. 1922 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:44:07 P.M. - H.R. 1922 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1922. 2:44:04 P.M. - H.R. 1922 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:43:51 P.M. - H.R. 1922 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1922 — "To designate the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and the surrounding Federal land in the State of Florida as an Outstanding Natural Area and as a unit of the National Landscape System, and for other purposes." 2:43:46 P.M. - H. Res. 698 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:43:43 P.M. - H. Res. 698 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:38:37 P.M. - H. Res. 698 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 698. 2:38:33 P.M. - H. Res. 698 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:38:16 P.M. - H. Res. 698 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 698 — "Commemorating the 200th anniversary of Congressional Cemetery." 2:38:13 P.M. - H.R. 3473 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:38:09 P.M. - H.R. 3473 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:34:50 P.M. - H.R. 3473 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3473. 2:34:47 P.M. - H.R. 3473 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:26 P.M. - H.R. 3473 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3473 — "To provide for a land exchange with the City of Bountiful, Utah, involving National Forest System land in the Wasatch-Cache National Forest and to further land ownership consolidation in that national forest, and for other purposes." 2:34:03 P.M. - H.R. 816 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. 2:31:35 P.M. - H.R. 816 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 816. 2:31:32 P.M. - H.R. 816 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:31:14 P.M. - H.R. 816 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 816 — "To provide for the release of certain land from the Sunrise Mountain Instant Study Area in the State of Nevada and to grant a right-of-way across the released land for the construction and maintenance of a flood control project." 2:31:11 P.M. - H. Res. 807 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:31:07 P.M. - H. Res. 807 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:48 P.M. - H. Res. 807 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 807. 2:28:45 P.M. - H. Res. 807 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:28:27 P.M. - H. Res. 807 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 807 — "Honoring the life of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, champion of the Florida Everglades and founder of Florida's environmental movement." 2:28:24 P.M. - H. Res. 845 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:28:20 P.M. - H. Res. 845 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:26:42 P.M. - H. Res. 845 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 845. 2:26:40 P.M. - H. Res. 845 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:26:22 P.M. - H. Res. 845 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 845 — "Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Everglades National Park." 2:26:18 P.M. - H.R. 5137 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:26:15 P.M. - H.R. 5137 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:23:04 P.M. - H.R. 5137 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5137. 2:23:02 P.M. - H.R. 5137 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:22:46 P.M. - H.R. 5137 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5137 — "To ensure that hunting remains a purpose of the New River Gorge National River." 2:22:31 P.M. - H.R. 3111 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:22:25 P.M. - H.R. 3111 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:20:09 P.M. - H.R. 3111 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3111. 2:20:05 P.M. - H.R. 3111 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:19:47 P.M. - H.R. 3111 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3111 — "To provide for the administration of Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes." 2:19:35 P.M. - H.R. 1311 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. 2:17:56 P.M. - H.R. 1311 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1311. 2:17:53 P.M. - H.R. 1311 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:17:30 P.M. - H.R. 1311 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1311 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey the Alta-Hualapai Site to the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, for the development of a cancer treatment facility." 2:17:20 P.M. - H.R. 1143 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. 2:11:17 P.M. - H.R. 1143 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1143. 2:11:11 P.M. - H.R. 1143 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:10:54 P.M. - H.R. 1143 Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1143 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to lease certain lands in Virgin Islands National Park, and for other purposes." 2:10:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:09:02 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the 2008 National Drug Control Strategy - referred to the Committees on Armed Services, Education and Labor, Energy and Commerce, Foreign Affairs, Homeland Security, Judiciary, Natural Resources, Oversight and Government Reform, Small Business, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans Affairs, and Ways and Means and ordered to be printed(H. Doc. 110-98). 2:08:00 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 House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that She transmitted a sealed envelope received from the White House on March 3, 2008, at 2:32 p.m.: A message from the President whereby he submitted the 2008 National Drug Control Strategy. 2:04:27 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:58 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pitts to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:03:32 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Bishop of Utah demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop of Utah objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 2:01:00 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 4. 12:40:05 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:19 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. for the start of legislative business. 12:30:58 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Lucille Roybal-Allard to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:41 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 5, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:19 EDT Yes 11:44:26 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 6, 2008. 11:44:25 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:44:17 P.M. - Mr. Burgess moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:20:47 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:19:45 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 12: Mr. Burgess for 5 min, Mr. Poe for 5 min, and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 8:19:43 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 6: Mr. Dreier for 5 min and Mr. McCotter for 5 min. 8:12:10 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further minute speeches. 8:11:04 P.M. - H.R. 5400 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:11:03 P.M. - H.R. 5400 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 102). 8:04:21 P.M. - H.R. 5400 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5400 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 160 East Washington Street in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, as the "Sgt. Michael M. Kashkoush Post Office Building"." 8:03:58 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 8:03:07 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Pursuant to section 2 of H. Res. 1014, the text of H.R. 493, as passed by the House, will be appended to the engrossment of H.R. 1424. 8:03:06 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:03:05 P.M. - H.R. 1424 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 268 - 148 (Roll no. 101). 7:56:33 P.M. - H.R. 1424 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 196 - 221 (Roll no. 100). 7:37:56 P.M. - H.R. 1424 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 7:24:38 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kline 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 in the nature of a substitute consisting of new text entitled "Mental Health Parity Act of 2008". 7:24:16 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Mr. Kline (MN) moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 7:23:40 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 289. 7:22:11 P.M. - H.R. 1424 On motion to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 186, 1 Present (Roll no. 99). 6:58:19 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Mr. Pallone moved to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair 6:58:03 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Mr. Hoekstra appealed the ruling of the chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the chair. 6:55:48 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. 6:55:48 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Mr. Pallone raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Pallone stated that the motion to recommit with instructions sought to insert non-germane material into the bill. Sustained by the Chair. 6:51:19 P.M. - H.R. 1424 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hoekstra motion to recommit with instructions, pending reservation of a point of order. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with a complete new text consisting of the bill H.R. 3773, as passed by the House. 6:49:32 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Mr. Hoekstra moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 6:49:16 P.M. - H.R. 1424 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:30:44 P.M. - H.R. 1424 DEBATE - The House proceeded with two hours of debate on H.R. 1424. 4:29:07 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1424 with 2 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. Bill is closed to amendments. 4:29:02 P.M. - H.R. 1424 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1014. H.R. 1424 — "To amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, and section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans." 4:27:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:27:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 0 (Roll no. 98). 4:20:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 286 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that Earl Lloyd should be recognized and honored for breaking the color barrier and becoming the first African American to play in the National Basketball Association League 58 years ago." 4:20:11 P.M. - H.R. 4774 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:20:10 P.M. - H.R. 4774 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 0 (Roll no. 97). 4:13:45 P.M. - H.R. 4774 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4774 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10250 John Saunders Road in San Antonio, Texas, as the "Cyndi Taylor Krier Post Office Building"." 4:13:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:13:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 198 (Roll no. 96). 4:06:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 195 (Roll no. 95). 2:41:05 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of H. Res. 1014, if ordered and on motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:41:04 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1014. 2:40:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1014 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1424) to amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, and section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans." 2:40:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 On motion to consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 192, 1 Present (Roll no. 94). 1:57:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 POINT OF ORDER - The Broun (GA) raised a point of order against the provisions of H. Res. 1014 because it violates the Congressional Budget Act. The Chair announced that the desposition of the point of order would be resolved by the question of consideration of H. Res. 1014. The House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the point of order at the end of which the Chair will put the question of consideration. 1:57:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 By direction of the Committee on Rules, Ms Castor called up H. Res. 1014 for its immediate consideration. 1:56:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:56:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:44:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1013. 1:44:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:44:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1013 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that providing breakfast in schools through the National School Breakfast Program has a positive impact on classroom performance." 1:44:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:44:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:30:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1007. 1:29:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:29:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1007 — "Expressing the condolences of the House to those affected by the devastating shooting incident of February 14, 2008, at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois." 1:28:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 307 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:28:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 307 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:24:35 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 307 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 307. 1:24:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 307 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:24:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 307 Mr. Brady (PA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 307 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that Members' Congressional papers should be properly maintained and encouraging Members to take all necessary measures to manage and preserve these papers." 1:24:10 P.M. - H.R. 5159 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:24:07 P.M. - H.R. 5159 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:17:21 P.M. - H.R. 5159 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5159. 1:17:19 P.M. - H.R. 5159 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:17:01 P.M. - H.R. 5159 Mr. Brady (PA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 5159 — "To establish the Office of the Capitol Visitor Center within the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, headed by the Chief Executive Officer for Visitor Services, to provide for the effective management and administration of the Capitol Visitor Center, and for other purposes." 1:16:58 P.M. - S.J. Res. 25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:16:55 P.M. - S.J. Res. 25 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:12:52 P.M. - S.J. Res. 25 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S.J. Res. 25. 1:12:49 P.M. - S.J. Res. 25 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:12:28 P.M. - S.J. Res. 25 Mr. Brady (PA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution. S.J. Res. 25 — "Providing for the appointment of John W. McCarter as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution." 1:12:02 P.M. - H.R. 5400 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. 1:05:00 P.M. - H.R. 5400 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5400. 1:04:58 P.M. - H.R. 5400 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:04:43 P.M. - H.R. 5400 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5400 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 160 East Washington Street in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, as the "Sgt. Michael M. Kashkoush Post Office Building"." 1:04:40 P.M. - H.R. 5220 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:04:37 P.M. - H.R. 5220 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:56:33 P.M. - H.R. 5220 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5220. 12:56:31 P.M. - H.R. 5220 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:56:13 P.M. - H.R. 5220 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5220 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3800 SW. 185th Avenue in Beaverton, Oregon, as the "Major Arthur Chin Post Office Building"." 12:55:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 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. 12:45:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 286. 12:45:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:44:49 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 286 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 286 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that Earl Lloyd should be recognized and honored for breaking the color barrier and becoming the first African American to play in the National Basketball Association League 58 years ago." 12:44:11 P.M. - H.R. 4774 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. 12:39:55 P.M. - H.R. 4774 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4774. 12:39:53 P.M. - H.R. 4774 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:39:36 P.M. - H.R. 4774 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4774 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10250 John Saunders Road in San Antonio, Texas, as the "Cyndi Taylor Krier Post Office Building"." 12:39:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 292 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:39:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 292 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:27:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 292 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 292. 12:27:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 292 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:25:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 292 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 292 — "Honoring Margaret Truman Daniel and her lifetime of accomplishments." 12:25:45 P.M. - H. Res. 951 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 12:25:41 P.M. - H. Res. 951 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:25:40 P.M. - H. Res. 951 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 1, 4 Present (Roll no. 93). 12:18:15 P.M. - H. Res. 951 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 951 — "Condemning the ongoing Palestinian rocket attacks on Israeli civilians, and for other purposes." 12:18:14 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:18:13 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 92). 12:10:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 278 — "Supporting Taiwan's fourth direct and democratic presidential elections in March 2008." 12:10:48 P.M. - H.R. 4191 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 12:10:44 P.M. - H.R. 4191 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:10:43 P.M. - H.R. 4191 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 4 (Roll no. 91). 11:45:30 A.M. - H.R. 4191 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4191 — "To redesignate Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historic Park in the State of Ohio as "Wright Brothers-Dunbar National Historic Park", and for other purposes." 11:45:20 A.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. 11:45:00 A.M. - H. Res. 951 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. 11:12:56 A.M. - H. Res. 951 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 951. 11:12:54 A.M. - H. Res. 951 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:12:08 A.M. - H. Res. 951 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 951 — "Condemning the ongoing Palestinian rocket attacks on Israeli civilians, and for other purposes." 11:12:02 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 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. 10:56:02 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 278. 10:56:01 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:56:00 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 278 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 278 — "Supporting Taiwan's fourth direct and democratic presidential elections in March 2008." 10:55:48 A.M. - H.R. 1084 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:55:45 A.M. - H.R. 1084 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 10:36:08 A.M. - H.R. 1084 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1084. 10:36:05 A.M. - H.R. 1084 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:36:00 A.M. - H.R. 1084 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1084 — "To amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956, and the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to build operational readiness in civilian agencies, and for other purposes." 10:35:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:03:45 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:03:28 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Holt to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:24 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. 10:00:11 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Gwen Moore to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:10 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 6, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:15 EDT Yes 5:39:50 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on March 10, 2008. 5:39:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:39:00 P.M. - Mr. Burgess moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:00:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order Speeches. 3:59:39 P.M. - Mr. Serrano asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2008. Agreed to without objection. 3:06:39 P.M. - Mr. Serrano asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 6, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, March 10, 2008, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 3:06:38 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:05:31 P.M. - Mr. Diaz-Balart, Lincoln of FL requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 13: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, and Mr. Kuhl of NY for 5 min. 3:00:17 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:59:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from Daniel P. Beard, Chief Administrative Officer. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Beard notified the House that he had been served with two administrative subpoenas for documents issued by the Merit Systems Protection Board, and after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he determined that compliance with the subpoenas were consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:53:52 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Pursuant to section 2 of H. Res. 1015, the Chair announced that further proceedings on H.R. 2857 would be postponed. 2:43:51 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kuhl 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 inserting a new section entitled Criminal History Checks. 2:41:22 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Mr. Kuhl (NY) moved to recommit with instructions to Education and Labor. 2:40:04 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On motion to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 191, 1 Present (Roll no. 107). 2:22:22 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Mr. Miller, George moved to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair 2:21:49 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. appealed the ruling of the chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the chair. 2:12:33 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Mr. Miller, George raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Miller stated that the motion to recommit with instructions sought to insert non-germane material into the bill. Sustained by the Chair. 2:11:00 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Lungren motion to recommit with instructions, pending reservation of a point of order. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with a complete new text consisting of the bill H.R. 3773, as passed by the Senate. 2:09:08 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to recommit with instructions to Education and Labor. 2:07:41 P.M. - H.R. 2857 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. 2:07:11 P.M. - H.R. 2857 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:06:47 P.M. - H.R. 2857 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2857. 2:06:36 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the Inslee amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 252 - 161 (Roll no. 106). 1:59:02 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 153 - 260 (Roll no. 105). 1:31:44 P.M. - H.R. 2857 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. 1:31:33 P.M. - H.R. 2857 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:31:12 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2857 — "To reauthorize and reform the national service laws." 1:30:07 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 6. 1:21:11 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 1:30 P.M. today. 1:20:08 P.M. - H.R. 2857 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2857 as unfinished business. 1:19:30 P.M. - H.R. 2857 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Inslee amendment, the Chair put the question on the adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Platts demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Inslee amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:09:29 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Inslee amendment. 1:09:25 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. Inslee, numbered 11 printed in House Report 110-539 to add an Energy Conservation Corps, which would seek to address the nation's energy and transportation infrastructure needs while providing work and service opportunities. 1:08:01 P.M. - H.R. 2857 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on the adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the Flake amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:57:57 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pusuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Flake amendment. 12:57:54 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 10 printed in House Report 110-539 to strike the "summer of service" grant program and reduce the authorized amount designated for the program. 12:57:40 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the Sutton amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:51:34 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Sutton amendment. 12:51:32 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sutton, numbered 9 printed in House Report 110-539 to require the Corporation for National and Community Service to conduct a study to identify specific areas of need for displaced workers and how existing programs and activities carried out under the national service laws can better serve displaced workers and communities affected by plant closings and job losses. The amendment also would require the Corporation to develop and carry out a pilot program based on the findings of the study. 12:51:23 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the Sutton amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:44:54 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Sutton amendment. 12:44:51 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sutton, numbered 8 printed in House Report 110-539 to require the Corporation for National and Community Service to consider whether an area has a mortgage foreclosure rate greater than the national average when considering applications from States and other eligible entities. 12:44:35 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the English (PA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:38:36 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the English amendment. 12:38:33 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. English (PA), numbered 7 printed in House Report 110-539 to require the Board of Directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service to coordinate with veterans' organizations serving veterans with disabilities to provide opportunities for young people enrolled in existing NACS programs to serve as drivers in the DAV Transportation 1Network on a full-time, part-time, or as-needed basis. 12:38:24 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the English (PA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:32:00 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the English amendment. 12:31:58 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. English (PA), numbered 6 printed in House Report 110-539 to add a section to bill stating that it is the Sense of Congress that the Corporation for National and Community Service should make the maximum effort possible to coordinate with the National Endowment for the Humanities to provide opportunities for young people enrolled in NACS programs to collect oral histories from senior citizens in the communities where they serve. 12:31:32 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the English (PA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:27:42 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the English amendment. 12:27:39 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. English (PA), numbered 5 printed in House Report 110-539 to add a section at the end of bill stating that it is the Sense of Congress that the Corporation for National and Community Service should make the maximum effort possible to coordinate the recruiting and assignment procedures of their various programs to allow senior citizens and their grandchildren to share volunteer opportunities and/or be assigned to the same geographic areas during their period of service. 12:27:23 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the McDermott amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:21:41 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the McDermott amendment. 12:21:38 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. McDermott, numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-539 to establish a temporary Congressional Commission on Civic Service within the Legislative Branch. The Commission would be tasked with making recommendations to Congress about how to improve opportunities for public service. 12:21:22 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the Matsui amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:16:59 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Matsui amendment. 12:16:57 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Ms. Matsui, numbered 3 printed in House Report 110-539 to integrate two competitive funding streams and seek to improve collaboration between state and national entities. 12:16:40 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the McKeon amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:10:39 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the McKeon amendment. 12:09:47 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mr. McKeon, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-539 to require the Corporation to establish priorities for programs funded under the national service laws for programs that recruit veterans into service opportunities, promote community-based efforts to meet the needs of military families while a family member is deployed, and promote community-based efforts to meet the needs of military families when a member of the family returns from a deployment. The amendment also would require the Corporation to annually report to Congress on the number and percentage of national service positions eligible for the education award that are filled by veterans, and to establish annual goals for increasing those numbers and percentages. 12:09:31 P.M. - H.R. 2857 On agreeing to the McCarthy (NY) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:04:55 P.M. - H.R. 2857 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1015, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the McCarthy (NY) amendment. 12:04:07 P.M. - H.R. 2857 An amendment, offered by Mrs. McCarthy (NY), numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-539 to make various technical changes and clarifications to the bill. The amendment makes various technical changes to Learn and Serve America (Subtitle B); clarifies matching requirements of AmeriCorps State/National (Subtitle C); strengthens Senior Corps by phasing in competition for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) by 2013 and creating incentive grants to encourage high performance among the Senior Corps programs with a priority for RSVP programs; and provides New Service Initiatives including a new national service pilot program to support individuals seeking to do service for small, eligible entities and a Silver Scholarship program for individuals 55 years of age and older who perform 600 hours of service. The amendment also expands the scope to include community colleges serving predominantly minority student populations; and gives priority to areas which the President has declared to be major disaster areas. 11:16:23 A.M. - H.R. 2857 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2857. 11:13:57 A.M. - H.R. 2857 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ellen O. Tauscher to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 11:13:56 A.M. - H.R. 2857 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1015 and Rule XVIII. 11:13:43 A.M. - H.R. 2857 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2857 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. 11:13:38 A.M. - H.R. 2857 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1015. H.R. 2857 — "To reauthorize and reform the national service laws." 11:13:08 A.M. - H. Res. 1015 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:13:07 A.M. - H. Res. 1015 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 222 - 190 (Roll no. 104). 11:05:42 A.M. - H. Res. 1015 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 193, 1 Present (Roll no. 103). 10:21:40 A.M. - H. Res. 1015 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1015. 10:18:24 A.M. - H. Res. 1015 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1015 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2857) to reauthorize and reform the national service laws." 10:06:47 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. 10:06:04 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Foxx to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:05:59 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:04:10 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:02 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 10, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:11 EDT Yes 9:11:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on March 11, 2008. 9:11:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:11:00 P.M. - Ms. Sutton moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:10:47 P.M. - Ms. Sutton filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1031. 9:10:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 10. 8:55:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:28:20 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:25:30 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 14: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Weller for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:25:28 P.M. - Mr. Jones of NC requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 13. 7:24:26 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 13: Mr. Dreier for 5 min, Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, and Mr. Weller for 5 min. 7:24:24 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 12: Mr. Dreier for 5 min, Mr. Weller for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:24:22 P.M. - Mr. Jones (NC) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 11: Mr. Dreier for 5 min, Mr. Weller for 5 min, Mr. Flake for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:24:21 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:23:28 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 313 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:23:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 313 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:21:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 313 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 313 — "Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to honor the 5 years of service and sacrifice of our troops and their families in the war in Iraq and to remember those who are serving our Nation in Afghanistan and throughout the world." 7:21:14 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 313 Ms. Lofgren, Zoe asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced. 7:20:52 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 306 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:20:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 306 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:20:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 306 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 306 — "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." 7:18:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 306 Ms. Lofgren, Zoe asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 7:17:44 P.M. - H.R. 4166 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:43 P.M. - H.R. 4166 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 0 (Roll no. 110). 7:09:37 P.M. - H.R. 4166 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4166 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 701 East Copeland Drive in Lebanon, Missouri, as the "Steve W. Allee Carrier Annex"." 7:08:54 P.M. - H.R. 3196 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:08:53 P.M. - H.R. 3196 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 0 (Roll no. 109). 7:00:03 P.M. - H.R. 3196 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3196 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 20 Sussex Street in Port Jervis, New York, as the "E. Arthur Gray Post Office Building"." 6:59:30 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:59:29 P.M. - H. Res. 537 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 0 (Roll no. 108). 6:35:21 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 537 — "Expressing support for the designation and goals of "National 9-1-1 Education Month", and for other purposes." 6:34:49 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. 6:34:48 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until a time to be announced, the roll call votes on the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 924, as amended, H. Res. 948, as amended, and H. Res. 493, as amended, which were ordered on Monday, March 10, 2008. 6:33:25 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 10. 3:11:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:11:06 P.M. - H. Res. 493 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. 3:05:43 P.M. - H. Res. 493 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 493. 3:05:40 P.M. - H. Res. 493 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:05:08 P.M. - H. Res. 493 Mr. Loebsack moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 493 — "Congratulating the women's water polo team of the University of California, Los Angeles, for winning the 2007 NCAA Division I Women's Water Polo National Championship, and congratulating UCLA on its 100th NCAA sports national title, making it the most accomplished athletic program in NCAA history." 3:05:04 P.M. - H. Res. 948 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. 2:57:33 P.M. - H. Res. 948 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 948. 2:57:30 P.M. - H. Res. 948 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:57:13 P.M. - H. Res. 948 Mr. Loebsack moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 948 — "Congratulating the University of Kansas ("KU") football team for winning the 2008 FedEx Orange Bowl and having the most successful year in program history." 2:56:48 P.M. - H. Res. 924 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. 2:47:45 P.M. - H. Res. 924 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 924. 2:47:42 P.M. - H. Res. 924 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:47:28 P.M. - H. Res. 924 Mr. Loebsack moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 924 — "Congratulating Iowa State University of Science and Technology for 150 years of leadership and service to the United States and the world as Iowa's land-grant university." 2:46:07 P.M. - H.R. 4166 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. 2:37:20 P.M. - H.R. 4166 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4166. 2:37:16 P.M. - H.R. 4166 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:36:41 P.M. - H.R. 4166 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4166 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 701 East Copeland Drive in Lebanon, Missouri, as the "Steve W. Allee Carrier Annex"." 2:36:39 P.M. - H.R. 3196 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. 2:30:57 P.M. - H.R. 3196 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3196. 2:30:53 P.M. - H.R. 3196 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:30:05 P.M. - H.R. 3196 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3196 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 20 Sussex Street in Port Jervis, New York, as the "E. Arthur Gray Post Office Building"." 2:30:01 P.M. - H. Res. 537 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. 2:24:08 P.M. - H. Res. 537 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 537. 2:24:06 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:23:41 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 537 — "Expressing support for the designation and goals of "National 9-1-1 Education Month", and for other purposes." 2:23:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:22:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Silvestre Reyes. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Reyes notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he determined that compliance with the subpoena is inconsistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 2:21:49 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 she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 8, 2007 at 3:20 p.m., stating that that body had passed S. 2733 with an amendment. 2:15:26 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:15:21 P.M. - H.R. 2082 On motion to postpone consideration of the veto message until March 11. Agreed to without objection. 2:14:57 P.M. - H.R. 2082 Mr. Loebsack moved to postpone consideration of the veto message until March 11. 2:10:42 P.M. - H.R. 2082 The Chair laid before the House the veto message from the President. 2:06:00 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 transmitted a sealed envelope she received from the White House on March 8, 2008, at 11:30 a.m. and said to contain a message from the President whereby he returns without his approval, H.R. 2082, the "Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008." 2:05:26 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Carnahan to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:05:20 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:11 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:09 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 10. 12:33:03 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:32:20 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:32:02 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mazie K. Hirono to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:01 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 11, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:08 EDT Yes 10:44:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 12, 2008. 10:43:29 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 186 (Roll no. 123). 10:27:09 P.M. - Ms. Sutton moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:27:00 P.M. - H. Res. 895 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1031, H. Res. 895 is considered passed House as amended. 10:26:00 P.M. - H.R. 1593 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Con. Res. 270, enrollment corrections on H.R. 1593 have been made. 10:25:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:25:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 182, 4 Present (Roll no. 122). 9:59:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 206 (Roll no. 121). 8:40:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 1031. 8:40:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 177 - 196, 1 Present (Roll no. 120). 8:09:56 P.M. - Mr. Abercrombie moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:23:04 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1031. 7:19:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1031 — "Providing for the adoption of the resolution (H. Res. 895) establishing within the House of Representatives an Office of Congressional Ethics, and for other purposes." 7:19:17 P.M. - Ms. Sutton filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1036. 7:17:21 P.M. - H. Res. 493 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:20 P.M. - H. Res. 493 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 0 (Roll no. 119). 7:10:01 P.M. - H. Res. 493 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 493 — "Congratulating the women's water polo team of the University of California, Los Angeles, for winning the 2007 NCAA Division I Women's Water Polo National Championship, and congratulating UCLA on its 100th NCAA sports national title, making it the most accomplished athletic program in NCAA history." 7:09:11 P.M. - H. Res. 948 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:09:10 P.M. - H. Res. 948 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 0, 12 Present (Roll no. 118). 7:02:02 P.M. - H. Res. 948 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 948 — "Congratulating the University of Kansas ("KU") football team for winning the 2008 FedEx Orange Bowl and having the most successful year in program history." 7:01:57 P.M. - H.R. 2082 On motion to refer the bill and the accompanying veto message to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Agreed to without objection. 7:01:23 P.M. - H.R. 2082 Motion to refer the bill and accompanying veto message to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent). 7:01:23 P.M. - H.R. 2082 On passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 225 - 188 (Roll no. 117). 5:18:41 P.M. - H.R. 2082 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the question of passage of H.R. 2082, the objections of the President to the contrary, notwithstanding. 5:18:27 P.M. - H.R. 2082 The Chair announced the unfinished business to be the consideration of the veto. 5:17:32 P.M. - On motion to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by recorded vote: 218 - 192, 1 Present ) (Roll no. 116). 4:58:31 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer moved to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair. 4:58:30 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) moved to appeal the ruling of the Chair. 4:55:23 P.M. - A QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - Mr. Price rose to a question of the privileges of the House and submitted a privileged resolution. Upon examination of the resolution, the Chair determined that the resolution did not constitute a question of the privileges of the House. 4:44:18 P.M. - NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Price (GA) notified the House of his intent to offer a privileged resolution. 4:43:00 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF THE WHOLE HOUSE - under clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced to the house that, in light of the administration of the Oath of Office to the Gentleman from Illinois, the whole number of the House is 430. 4:36:33 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elect Bill Foster, Fourteenth District, State of Illinois, presented himself in the well of the House for the purpose of taking the Oath of Office which was administered by the Speaker of the House. 4:35:05 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk transmitted to the House a facsimile copy of a letter received from Mr. Daniel White, Executive Director, Illinois State Board of Elections, indicating that, according to the unofficial returns of the Special Election held March 8, 2008, the Honorable Bill Foster was elected Representative to Congress for the Fourteenth Congressional District, State of Illinois. 4:34:57 P.M. - H. Res. 924 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:34:56 P.M. - H. Res. 924 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 0 (Roll no. 115). 4:23:35 P.M. - H. Res. 924 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 924 — "Congratulating Iowa State University of Science and Technology for 150 years of leadership and service to the United States and the world as Iowa's land-grant university." 4:23:32 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 4 - 396 (Roll no. 114). 4:22:09 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. 3:59:02 P.M. - Mr. Platts moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:58:50 P.M. - S. 2733 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. 3:54:00 P.M. - S. 2733 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2733. 3:53:58 P.M. - S. 2733 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:53:16 P.M. - S. 2733 Mr. Miller, George moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2733 — "To temporarily extend the programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965." 3:52:26 P.M. - H.R. 5563 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. 3:19:59 P.M. - H.R. 5563 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5563. 3:19:38 P.M. - H.R. 5563 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:19:21 P.M. - H.R. 5563 Mr. Miller, George moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5563 — "To reauthorize and reform the national service laws." 3:17:17 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 313. 3:16:47 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 5 - 388 (Roll no. 113). 2:51:51 P.M. - Mr. Manzullo moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:50:50 P.M. - H.R. 5501 PERMISSION TO FILE SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT - By unanimous consent, the Committee on Foreign Affairs was granted permission to file a supplemental report on the bill H.R. 5501. 2:50:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:50:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1024. 2:28:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:27:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1024 — "Recognizing the 187th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy." 2:27:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 290 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:27:49 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 290 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:18:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 290 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 290. 2:18:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 290 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:17:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 290 Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 290 — "Commemorating the 175th anniversary of the special relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of Thailand." 2:17:36 P.M. - H. Res. 854 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:17:34 P.M. - H. Res. 854 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:57:23 P.M. - H. Res. 854 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 854. 1:57:21 P.M. - H. Res. 854 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:56:54 P.M. - H. Res. 854 Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 854 — "Expressing gratitude to all of the member states of the International Commission of the International Tracing Service (ITS) on ratifying the May 2006 Agreement to amend the 1955 Bonn Accords granting open access to vast Holocaust and other World War II related archives located in Bad Arolsen, Germany." 1:56:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1035 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:56:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1035 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:56:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1035 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1035 — "Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 1:54:27 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Sires . Mr. Sires submitted his resignation from the Committee on Financial Services. The resignation was accepted without objection. 1:54:27 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Wittman (VA) . Mr. Wittman (VA) submitted his resignation from the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resignation was accepted without objection. 1:54:27 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mrs. Miller (MI) . Mrs. Miller (MI) submitted her resignation from the Committee on Armed Services. The resignation was accepted without objection. 1:53:52 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 6 - 387 (Roll no. 112). 1:27:56 P.M. - Mr. Westmoreland moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:27:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1034 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:27:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1034 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:26:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1034 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1034 — "Electing Minority Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 1:26:58 P.M. - H. Res. 936 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. 1:07:30 P.M. - H. Res. 936 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 936. 1:07:27 P.M. - H. Res. 936 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:07:05 P.M. - H. Res. 936 Mr. DeFazio moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 936 — "Honoring the 200th anniversary of the Gallatin Report on Roads and Canals, celebrating the national unity the Gallatin Report engendered, and recognizing the vast contributions that national planning efforts have provided to the United States." 1:06:55 P.M. - H.R. 5492 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:06:52 P.M. - H.R. 5492 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:58:16 P.M. - H.R. 5492 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5492. 12:58:13 P.M. - H.R. 5492 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:57:47 P.M. - H.R. 5492 Ms. Matsui moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5492 — "To authorize the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution to construct a greenhouse facility at its museum support facility in Suitland, Maryland, and for other purposes." 12:57:31 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:57:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 364 (Roll no. 111). 12:30:18 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:03:11 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:02:57 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Wilson of NM to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:53 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:15 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 11. 10:48:18 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:33:02 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:32:42 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 66. 10:31:04 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Hilda L. Solis to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:55 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 12, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:04 EDT Yes 10:18:37 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on March 13, 2008. 10:18:36 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:18:27 P.M. - Mr. Yarmuth moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:19:05 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 9:17:58 P.M. - Mr. Burgess requested that Mr. Pence be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 14. 9:17:56 P.M. - Mr. Burgess requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 13: Mr. Pence for 5 min, Mr. Peterson of PA for 5 min, Mr. Bonner for 5 min, Mr. Dent for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, and himself for 5 min. 9:16:11 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification of the continuance of the national emergency with respect to Iran and maintain in force comprehensive sanctions against Iran - referred to theCommittee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-101). 9:14:09 P.M. - H. Res. 953 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 9:14:06 P.M. - H. Res. 953 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 9:06:00 P.M. - H. Res. 953 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 953. 9:05:59 P.M. - H. Res. 953 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:05:30 P.M. - H. Res. 953 Mr. McIntyre moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 953 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all Americans should participate in a moment of silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces both at home and abroad." 9:04:52 P.M. - H. Res. 991 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. 8:50:47 P.M. - H. Res. 991 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 991. 8:50:45 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Considered under suspension of the rules. 8:50:28 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Mr. McIntyre moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 991 — "Recognizing the exceptional sacrifice of the 69th Infantry Regiment, known as the Fighting 69th, in support of the Global War on Terror." 8:49:36 P.M. - H.R. 3361 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:49:31 P.M. - H.R. 3361 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 8:36:56 P.M. - H.R. 3361 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3361. 8:36:54 P.M. - H.R. 3361 Considered under suspension of the rules. 8:35:01 P.M. - H.R. 3361 Mr. Pomeroy moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3361 — "To make technical corrections related to the Pension Protection Act of 2006." 8:34:34 P.M. - S. 2745 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:34:31 P.M. - S. 2745 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 8:27:44 P.M. - S. 2745 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2745. 8:27:40 P.M. - S. 2745 Considered under suspension of the rules. 8:26:35 P.M. - S. 2745 Mr. Peterson (MN) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2745 — "To extend agricultural programs beyond March 15, 2008, to suspend permanent price support authorities beyond that date, and for other purposes." 8:25:46 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until March 13. 8:25:05 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 312 as unfinished business. 6:31:19 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole resumed debate on H. Con. Res. 312. 6:31:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 6:30:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 312 — "Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013." 6:22:12 P.M. - Mr. Welch (VT) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1041. 6:20:11 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 312 as unfinished business. 5:30:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The Committee of the Whole resumed debate on H. Con. Res. 312. 5:30:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 312 — "Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013." 5:30:05 P.M. - S. 2733 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:30:04 P.M. - S. 2733 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 4 (Roll no. 134). 5:23:08 P.M. - S. 2733 Considered as unfinished business. S. 2733 — "To temporarily extend the programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965." 5:22:58 P.M. - H. Res. 936 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 5:22:55 P.M. - H. Res. 936 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:22:55 P.M. - H. Res. 936 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 133). 5:15:54 P.M. - H. Res. 936 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 936 — "Honoring the 200th anniversary of the Gallatin Report on Roads and Canals, celebrating the national unity the Gallatin Report engendered, and recognizing the vast contributions that national planning efforts have provided to the United States." 5:15:25 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. 5:15:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 316 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:15:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 316 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 204 (Roll no. 132). 4:48:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 316 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 316 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 4:47:59 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 4:47:47 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the Speaker's Approval of the journal which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:47:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 312 as unfinished business. 3:12:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 GENERAL DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1036, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 4 hours of general debate on H. Con. Res. 312. 3:12:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ellen O. Tauscher to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 3:12:05 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1036 and Rule XVIII. 3:11:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Rule provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 312 with 4 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. 3:11:52 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1036. H. Con. Res. 312 — "Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013." 3:07:27 P.M. - H.R. 5563 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:07:27 P.M. - H.R. 5563 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 277 - 140 (Roll no. 131). 2:58:13 P.M. - H.R. 5563 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5563 — "To reauthorize and reform the national service laws." 2:57:47 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:57:06 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:57:06 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 195 (Roll no. 130). 2:48:17 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 196 (Roll no. 129). 1:46:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1036. 1:42:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1036 — "Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 312) revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013." 1:42:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 On motion to table the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 193 (Roll no. 128). 1:17:32 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 Mr. McGovern moved to table the measure. 1:15:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1040 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 1:13:28 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 3 - 382 (Roll no. 127). 12:49:15 P.M. - Mr. LaHood moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:50:30 A.M. - POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE - Pursuant to clause 1 of rule IX, Mr. Hastings (WA) rose to a point of personal privilege and was recognized by the Chair to proceed for one hour. 11:49:55 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by recorded vote: 14 - 384 (Roll no. 126). 11:28:46 A.M. - Mr. Shadegg moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:22:05 A.M. - H. Res. 1039 On motion to table the measure Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 193 (Roll no. 125). 10:54:13 A.M. - H. Res. 1039 Mr. McGovern moved to table the resolution. 10:41:00 A.M. - H. Res. 1039 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1039 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 10:40:42 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 2745. 10:40:13 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 5 - 375 (Roll no. 124). 10:15:44 A.M. - Mr. Dreier moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:10:51 A.M. - CALENDAR WEDNESDAY BUSINESS - Pursuant to clause 6, rule XV, the Clerk proceeded with the call of the Committees under Calendar Wednesday. 10:07:48 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 2516, and H.R. 1593. Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 306 and H. Con. Res. 270. 10:07:35 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cuellar to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:07:24 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Westmoreland demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Westmoreland objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 10:01:21 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. W. James Thomas, II, Shiloh Church of Memphis Memphis, Tennessee. 10:01:03 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable John F. Tierney to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:37 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 13, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:52:01 EDT Yes 11:09:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 14, 2008. 11:08:00 P.M. - Pursuant to a previous order, the secret session was ordered dissolved. 10:11:15 P.M. - Pursuant to a previous order, the House began proceedings held in secret session. 10:11:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 13. 7:33:39 P.M. - The House stands in recess while the Chamber is prepared for secret session. 7:33:38 P.M. - The House agreed to recess by unanimous consent. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:33:01 P.M. - The Chair notified the House that whenever confidential communications are received from the President of the United States, or whenever the Speaker or any Member shall inform the House that he has communications which he believes ought to be kept secret for the present, the House shall be cleared of all persons except the Members and Officers thereof, and so continue during the reading of such communications, the debates and proceedings thereon, unless otherwise ordered by the House. 7:30:00 P.M. - UNANIMOUS CONSENT - Mr. Reyes asked unanimous consent that when secret session of the House is dissolved pursuant to the previous order of the House, the House stand adjourned. 6:01:43 P.M. - ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that it be in order, on the legislative day of March 13, 2008, at a time to be determined by the Speaker, that the House resolve itself into a secret session as though pursuant to clause 9, rule XVII; that the proceedings held in secret session continue for not to exceed one hour, equally divided and controlled; and at the conclusion of that debate, the secret session shall be dissolved. The House proceeded with discussion on the unanimous consent request under reservation of objection. Subsequently, the reservation of objection was removed. Agreed to without objection. 5:59:00 P.M. - H.R. 3361 Mr. Stark asked unanimous consent that H.R. 3361 be engrossed in the form submitted to the desk. Agreed to without objection. 5:58:59 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:58:58 P.M. - H. Res. 991 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 0 (Roll no. 142). 5:50:38 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 991 — "Recognizing the exceptional sacrifice of the 69th Infantry Regiment, known as the Fighting 69th, in support of the Global War on Terror." 5:50:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:50:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 212 - 207 (Roll no. 141). 5:50:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:31:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:31:11 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H. Con. Res. 312. 5:30:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 On agreeing to the Ryan (WI) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 157 - 263 (Roll no. 140). 3:26:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1036, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of debate on the Ryan (WI) amendment in the nature of a substitute. 3:26:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Ryan (WI), numbered 3 printed in House Report 110-548 to balance the budget by 2012, retain provisions enacted in 2001/2003, prevent expansion of the AMT for the next 3 years, and achieve full repeal in 2013. Provides total discretionary budget authority of $1.04 trillion in fiscal year 2009, a 4.3-percent increase from 2008 enacted level. It imposes a moratorium on congressional earmarks for the balance of the 110th Congress; requires a separate vote on increasing the public debt; requires cost estimates on conference reports and unreported bills; prohibits domestic add-ons to emergency war spending bills; limits long-term spending commitments; prevents use of reconciliation to increase spending; limits `advance appropriations' to $23.565 billion in 2010; provides a $7.3-billion domestic emergency reserve fund; provides for contingency war funds; incorporates bipartisan Legislative Line Item Veto. Calls for 1 percent decrease in entitlement program spending. 3:25:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 3:24:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 312 — "Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013." 3:24:30 P.M. - Call of the House Quorum responded: 384 present (Roll no. 139). 3:04:00 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF THE WHOLE HOUSE - under clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced to the house that, in light of the administration of the Oath of Office to the Gentleman from Illinois, the whole number of the House is 431. 2:57:00 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elect Andre Carson, Seventh District, State of Indiana, presented himself in the well of the House for the purpose of taking the Oath of Office which was administered by the Speaker of the House. 2:55:31 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk transmitted to the House a facsimile copy of a letter received from Mr. Matthew Tusing, Deputy Secretary of State, Office of the Secretary of State of Indiana, indicating that, according to the unofficial returns of the Special Election held March 11, 2008, the Honorable Andre Carson was elected Representative to Congress for the Seventh Congressional District, State of Indiana. 2:54:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 On motion that the Committee rise. Agreed to by voice vote. 2:53:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Ms. Lee moved that the Committee rise. 2:53:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 On agreeing to the Lee amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 98 - 322 (Roll no. 138). 1:17:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1036, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of debate on the Lee amendment in the nature of a substitute. 1:17:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Ms. Lee, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-548 submitted from the Congressional Progressive Caucus to provide at least $551.7 billion for domestic, non-military discretionary spending in FY09; provides a $118.9 billion economic stimulus package; extends unemployment insurance, food stamp benefits, and Medicaid payments to states; and, spends $468.3 billion on defense. The Progressive Caucus budget balances by FY12 and rebalances again in FY18, upon completion of our Reinvest and Rebuild America Initiative 1:16:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 On agreeing to the Kilpatrick amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 126 - 292 (Roll no. 137). 11:51:51 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1036, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of debate on the Kilpatrick amendment in the nature of a substitute. 11:50:51 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Ms. Kilpatrick, numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-548 and submitted on behalf of the Congressional Black Caucus, to seek an alternative budget that balances the budget in FY 2012. The CBC budget funds programs and services in the areas of health care, education, veterans benefits and services for low-income families. It also provides for additional services for the administration of justice and funds the recommendations of the House Committee on Homeland Security. 11:49:36 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:49:16 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 312 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 312 — "Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013." 11:49:02 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 183, 1 Present (Roll no. 136). 11:42:27 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal which had been postponed from earlier in the day. 11:42:07 A.M. - On motion to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 192 (Roll no. 135). 11:18:04 A.M. - Mr. Scott of Virginia moved to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair. 11:18:03 A.M. - Mr. Price of Georgia appealed the ruling of the Chair. 11:14:43 A.M. - Mr. Price of Georgia was recognized to be heard on the question of whether or not his resolution constituted a point of privilege and the Chair subsequently ruled that the resolution did not constitute a point of privilege. 11:09:32 A.M. - PRIVILEGED RESOLUTION - Mr. Price of Georgia was recognized to offer a privileged resolution subsequent to the foregoing notification. 11:04:22 A.M. - FORMAL NOTIFICATION - Mr. Price of Georgia notified the House of his intent to rise to a point of privilege pursuant to clause 2(a)(1) of rule IX, and to offer a privileged resolution. 10:35:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:34:10 A.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence in honor of all those serving in the military, past and present, during the war in Iraq. 10:33:09 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Dent to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:32:08 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. McDermott demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McDermott demanded the Yeas and Nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 10:31:43 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:30:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 14, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:57 EDT Yes 3:35:59 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 316. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on March 31, 2008. 3:35:58 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:35:46 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett (MD) moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:33:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:27:10 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:26:33 P.M. - HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PAGE BOARD REAPPOINTMENT - Pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 88b-3, amended by section 2 of the House Page Board Revision Act of 2007, and the order of the House of January 4, 2007, the Speaker and the Minority Leader reappointed Ms. Lynn Silversmith Klein of Maryland, and Mr. Adam Jones of Michigan to the House Page Board. 2:25:01 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steny H. Hoyer and the Honorable Chris Van Hollen to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through March 31, 2008. 2:25:00 P.M. - Mr. McGovern asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 2. Agreed to without objection. 2:24:07 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 202 - 148, 1 Present (Roll no. 146). 2:08:16 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 postponed from earlier in the day. 2:08:15 P.M. - H.R. 3773 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:08:14 P.M. - H.R. 3773 On motion that the House agree with an amendment to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 197, 1 Present (Roll no. 145). 1:45:30 P.M. - H.R. 3773 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:06:47 P.M. - H.R. 3773 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1041, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on the motion to agree to the Senate amendment to H.R. 3773 with an amendment. 12:06:42 P.M. - H.R. 3773 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1041, the House moved to agree with an amendment to the Senate amendment. 12:05:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:05:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 188 (Roll no. 144). 11:48:35 A.M. - H. Res. 1041 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 190 (Roll no. 143). 10:18:28 A.M. - H. Res. 1041 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1041. 10:17:14 A.M. - H. Res. 1041 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1041 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3773) to amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence, and for other purposes." 10:06:12 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. 10:05:50 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 316 and S. Con. Res. 71 . 10:04:38 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. McNerney to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:10 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Pallone demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the Yeas and Nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 10:01:25 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:01:09 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Debbie Wasserman Schultz 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 31, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:54 EDT Yes 9:40:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on April 1, 2008. 9:40:56 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:40:40 P.M. - Mrs. Jones (OH) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:22:03 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:20:15 P.M. - Mr. Wamp requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 3: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Dreier for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:20:10 P.M. - Mr. Wamp requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 2: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Dreier for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:20:05 P.M. - Mr. Wamp requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 1: Mr. Poe for 5 min, Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min, Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Dreier for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:18:06 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with further one minute speeches. 7:17:49 P.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable Marion Berry. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Berry has been served with a civil subpoena, issued by the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, for documents and testimony and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he has determined that compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 7:15:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:15:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 371 - 0 (Roll no. 149). 7:06:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 302 — "Supporting the observance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes." 7:06:33 P.M. - H.R. 2675 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:06:31 P.M. - H.R. 2675 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 370 - 2 (Roll no. 148). 6:56:41 P.M. - H.R. 2675 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2675 — "To provide for the conveyance of approximately 140 acres of land in the Ouachita National Forest in Oklahoma to the Indian Nations Council, Inc., of the Boy Scouts of America, and for other purposes." 6:56:28 P.M. - H.R. 3352 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:56:27 P.M. - H.R. 3352 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 308 - 60 (Roll no. 147). 6:31:28 P.M. - H.R. 3352 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3352 — "To reauthorize and amend the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act, and for other purposes." 6:31:27 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 31. 3:20:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:19:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 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. 3:01:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 302. 3:01:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:01:00 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 302 Mr. Wynn moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 302 — "Supporting the observance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes." 2:58:15 P.M. - H.R. 2515 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:58:12 P.M. - H.R. 2515 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:53:41 P.M. - H.R. 2515 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2515. 2:53:36 P.M. - H.R. 2515 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:53:18 P.M. - H.R. 2515 Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2515 — "To authorize appropriations for the Bureau of Reclamation to carry out the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program in the States of Arizona, California, and Nevada, and for other purposes." 2:53:15 P.M. - H.R. 3651 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:53:12 P.M. - H.R. 3651 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:48:32 P.M. - H.R. 3651 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3651. 2:48:26 P.M. - H.R. 3651 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:47:57 P.M. - H.R. 3651 Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3651 — "To require the conveyance of certain public land within the boundaries of Camp Williams, Utah, to support the training and readiness of the Utah National Guard." 2:47:23 P.M. - H.R. 2675 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. 2:44:17 P.M. - H.R. 2675 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2675. 2:44:15 P.M. - H.R. 2675 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:43:47 P.M. - H.R. 2675 Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2675 — "To provide for the conveyance of approximately 140 acres of land in the Ouachita National Forest in Oklahoma to the Indian Nations Council, Inc., of the Boy Scouts of America, and for other purposes." 2:43:29 P.M. - H.R. 3891 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:43:25 P.M. - H.R. 3891 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:39:09 P.M. - H.R. 3891 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3891. 2:39:06 P.M. - H.R. 3891 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:38:46 P.M. - H.R. 3891 Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3891 — "To amend the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act to increase the number of Directors on the Board of Directors of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation." 2:38:13 P.M. - H.R. 3352 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. 2:35:03 P.M. - H.R. 3352 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3352. 2:35:00 P.M. - H.R. 3352 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:42 P.M. - H.R. 3352 Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3352 — "To reauthorize and amend the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act, and for other purposes." 2:34:37 P.M. - H.R. 4933 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:34:33 P.M. - H.R. 4933 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:30:15 P.M. - H.R. 4933 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4933. 2:30:13 P.M. - H.R. 4933 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:29:56 P.M. - H.R. 4933 Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4933 — "To amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to protect captive wildlife and to make technical corrections, and for other purposes." 2:29:53 P.M. - H.R. 2342 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:29:50 P.M. - H.R. 2342 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:19:58 P.M. - H.R. 2342 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2342. 2:19:55 P.M. - H.R. 2342 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:19:36 P.M. - H.R. 2342 Mr. Kennedy moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2342 — "To direct the President to establish a National Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System, and for other purposes." 2:19:32 P.M. - H.R. 1187 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:19:29 P.M. - H.R. 1187 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:19:18 P.M. - H.R. 1187 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:09:53 P.M. - H.R. 1187 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1187. 2:09:50 P.M. - H.R. 1187 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:09:25 P.M. - H.R. 1187 Mr. Kennedy moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1187 — "To expand the boundaries of the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary and the Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary." 2:05:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:03:39 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:27 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 70. 2:02:46 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Bishop of UT to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:10 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:47 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:34 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 1, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:50 EDT Yes 7:18:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 2, 2008. 7:18:56 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:18:38 P.M. - Mr. Shays moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:35:53 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:34:38 P.M. - Mr. Duncan requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 8: Mr. Poe for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 4:34:36 P.M. - Mr. Duncan requested that Mr. Moran of KS be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 2. 4:30:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:30:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 4:30:08 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1066 — "Electing certain Members to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 4:28:55 P.M. - Mr. Welch (VT) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1065. 4:28:32 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:28:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 152). 4:21:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1021 — "Supporting the goals, ideals, and history of National Women's History Month." 4:21:32 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 4:21:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:21:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 0 (Roll no. 151). 4:13:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1005 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of Borderline Personality Awareness Month." 4:11:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:11:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 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. 150). 3:45:20 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 310 — "Expressing support for a national day of remembrance for Harriet Ross Tubman." 3:44:07 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. 3:44:01 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:43:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:14:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1061. 3:14:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:14:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 Mr. Conyers moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1061 — "Commemorating the 40th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and encouraging people of the United States to pause and remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and for other purposes." 3:14:36 P.M. - H.R. 1312 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:14:32 P.M. - H.R. 1312 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:58:50 P.M. - H.R. 1312 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1312. 2:58:48 P.M. - H.R. 1312 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:58:31 P.M. - H.R. 1312 Mr. Conyers moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1312 — "To expedite adjudication of employer petitions for aliens of extraordinary artistic ability." 2:58:27 P.M. - H. Res. 945 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:58:24 P.M. - H. Res. 945 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:41:51 P.M. - H. Res. 945 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 945. 2:41:48 P.M. - H. Res. 945 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:41:31 P.M. - H. Res. 945 Mr. Conyers moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 945 — "Raising awareness and promoting education on the criminal justice system by establishing March 2008 as "National Criminal Justice Month"." 2:41:28 P.M. - S. 550 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:41:24 P.M. - S. 550 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:31:22 P.M. - S. 550 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 550. 2:31:19 P.M. - S. 550 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:31:02 P.M. - S. 550 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 550 — "To preserve existing judgeships on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia." 2:30:59 P.M. - H.R. 5551 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:30:56 P.M. - H.R. 5551 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:22:14 P.M. - H.R. 5551 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5551. 2:22:11 P.M. - H.R. 5551 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:21:51 P.M. - H.R. 5551 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5551 — "To amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to implement the increase provided under the District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2008, in the amount of funds made available for the compensation of attorneys representing indigent defendants in the District of Columbia courts, and for other purposes." 2:21:48 P.M. - H.R. 5168 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:21:44 P.M. - H.R. 5168 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:13:53 P.M. - H.R. 5168 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5168. 2:13:51 P.M. - H.R. 5168 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:13:30 P.M. - H.R. 5168 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5168 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 19101 Cortez Boulevard in Brooksville, Florida, as the "Cody Grater Post Office Building"." 2:12:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 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. 2:00:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1021. 2:00:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:00:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1021 — "Supporting the goals, ideals, and history of National Women's History Month." 1:59:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 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. 1:52:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1005. 1:52:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:52:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1005 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1005 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of Borderline Personality Awareness Month." 1:51:50 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 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. 1:43:26 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 310. 1:43:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:42:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 310 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 310 — "Expressing support for a national day of remembrance for Harriet Ross Tubman." 1:42:10 P.M. - H.R. 2040 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:42:07 P.M. - H.R. 2040 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:24:02 P.M. - H.R. 2040 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2040. 1:24:00 P.M. - H.R. 2040 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:23:39 P.M. - H.R. 2040 Mr. Scott (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2040 — "To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the semicentennial of the enactment of the Civil Rights Act of 1964." 1:23:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 154 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:22:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 154 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:14:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 154 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 154. 1:13:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 154 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:13:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 154 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 154 — "Expressing the sense of Congress that the fatal radiation poisoning of Russian dissident and writer Alexander Litvinenko raises significant concerns about the potential involvement of elements of the Russian Government in Mr. Litvinenko's death and about the security and proliferation of radioactive materials." 1:12:54 P.M. - H. Res. 185 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:12:49 P.M. - H. Res. 185 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:53:49 P.M. - H. Res. 185 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 185. 12:53:47 P.M. - H. Res. 185 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:53:17 P.M. - H. Res. 185 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 185 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the creation of refugee populations in the Middle East, North Africa, and the Persian Gulf region as a result of human rights violations." 12:52:49 P.M. - H. Res. 997 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:52:46 P.M. - H. Res. 997 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:32:16 P.M. - H. Res. 997 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 997. 12:32:15 P.M. - H. Res. 997 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:31:52 P.M. - H. Res. 997 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 997 — "Expressing the strong support of the House of Representatives for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization to enter into a Membership Action Plan with Georgia and Ukraine." 12:31:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:02:43 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:02:12 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Butterfield to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:09 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:01 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Jeri B. Greenwell. 12:00:52 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 1. 10:59:07 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:30:50 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:30:15 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steve Israel to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 2, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:46 EDT Yes 8:31:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 3, 2008. 8:31:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:31:10 P.M. - Mr. Hall (NY) moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:41:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 4:41:22 P.M. - Ms. Sutton filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1071. 4:13:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:12:31 P.M. - Mr. Tancredo requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 9: Mr. Poe for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 4:12:29 P.M. - Mr. Tancredo requested that Mr. Bishop of UT be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 8. 4:12:27 P.M. - Mr. Tancredo requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 3: Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min and Mr. Hunter for 5 min. 4:04:33 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:03:32 P.M. - H.R. 5501 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. 5501. 4:03:29 P.M. - H.R. 5501 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:03:28 P.M. - H.R. 5501 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 308 - 116 (Roll no. 158). 3:55:33 P.M. - H.R. 5501 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 175 - 248 (Roll no. 157). 3:35:43 P.M. - H.R. 5501 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 3:25:09 P.M. - H.R. 5501 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ryan (WI) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with amendments that reduce the authorization level specified in the bill from $50 billion to $30 billion. 3:24:47 P.M. - H.R. 5501 Mr. Ryan (WI) moved to recommit with instructions to Foreign Affairs. 3:23:17 P.M. - H.R. 5501 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 3:23:07 P.M. - H.R. 5501 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:21:57 P.M. - H.R. 5501 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 5501. 3:21:42 P.M. - H.R. 5501 On agreeing to the Carson amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 415 - 10 (Roll no. 156). 2:46:04 P.M. - H.R. 5501 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Carson amendment. 2:45:30 P.M. - H.R. 5501 An amendment, offered by Mr. Carson, numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-562 to direct the Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat HIV/AIDS Globally and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development to expand their plan for strengthening health systems of host countries by allowing for postsecondary educational institutions, particularly in Africa, to collaborate with United States postsecondary educational institutions and specifically historically black colleges and universities. 2:45:06 P.M. - H.R. 5501 On agreeing to the McCollum (MN) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:37:54 P.M. - H.R. 5501 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McCollum amendment. 2:37:29 P.M. - H.R. 5501 An amendment, offered by Ms. McCollum (MN), numbered 3 printed in House Report 110-562 to add Malawi, Swaziland and Lesotho to the list of new `focus' countries proposed to be added in the bill. 2:36:07 P.M. - H.R. 5501 On agreeing to the Fortenberry amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:29 P.M. - H.R. 5501 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fortenberry amendment. 2:28:07 P.M. - H.R. 5501 An amendment, offered by Mr. Fortenberry, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-562 to ensure that audits by the Inspector General include information on subcontractors. 2:27:36 P.M. - H.R. 5501 On agreeing to the Blumenauer amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:18:45 P.M. - H.R. 5501 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Blumenauer amendment. 2:18:23 P.M. - H.R. 5501 An amendment, offered by Mr. Blumenauer, numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-562 to add safe drinking water to nutrition and income security on the list of programs for which direct linkages are encouraged. 12:13:53 P.M. - H.R. 5501 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with two hours of general debate on H.R. 5501. 12:13:44 P.M. - H.R. 5501 The Speaker designated the Honorable Eleanor Holmes Norton to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 12:13:42 P.M. - H.R. 5501 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1065 and Rule XVIII. 12:13:34 P.M. - H.R. 5501 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5501 with 2 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. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 12:13:29 P.M. - H.R. 5501 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1065. H.R. 5501 — "To authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2009 through 2013 to provide assistance to foreign countries to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, and for other purposes." 12:11:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:11:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 192 (Roll no. 155). 12:04:11 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 199 (Roll no. 154). 11:54:54 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 1065 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:54:39 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 177, 1 Present (Roll no. 153). 11:30:31 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal which had been postponed from earlier in the day. 11:30:30 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1065, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Lincoln Diaz-Balart 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. 10:31:56 A.M. - H. Res. 1065 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1065. 10:31:43 A.M. - H. Res. 1065 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1065 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5501) to authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2009 through 2013 to provide assistance to foreign countries to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, and for other purposes." 10:07:35 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle. 10:07:19 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 980. 10:06:52 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:06:42 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Speaker announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Barrett (SC) 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. Barrett (SC) objected to the voice vote and made a point of no quorum and the Speaker announced that further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal would be postponed until later in the legislative day. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 10:00:55 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Elliott L. Foss, National Chaplain, American Legion 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 3, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:43 EDT Yes 3:36:11 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 4, 2008. 3:36:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:36:01 P.M. - Mr. Burgess moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:22:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:21:29 P.M. - Mr. Price of GA requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 10: Mr. Poe for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 1:21:27 P.M. - Mr. Price of GA requested that Mr. Weller be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 9. 1:21:25 P.M. - Mr. Price of GA requested that Mr. Weller be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on April 8. 1:11:17 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 1:10:35 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 9. Agreed to without objection. 1:10:30 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, April 4, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, 2008, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 12:56:53 P.M. - H.R. 4847 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:56:52 P.M. - H.R. 4847 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 412 - 0 (Roll no. 160). 12:46:34 P.M. - H.R. 4847 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 205 - 209 (Roll no. 159). 12:22:30 P.M. - H.R. 4847 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 12:13:30 P.M. - H.R. 4847 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McMorris Rodgers 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 inserting a new paragraph stating that State of local government that provide fire service training for fire fighters, or any rescue personnel shall not be liable for any act or omission in connection with providing such service or advice that results in harm to an infant or child. 12:13:01 P.M. - H.R. 4847 Mrs. McMorris Rodgers moved to recommit with instructions toScience and Technology. 12:12:38 P.M. - H.R. 4847 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. 12:12:17 P.M. - H.R. 4847 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:12:00 P.M. - H.R. 4847 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 4847. 12:10:37 P.M. - H.R. 4847 On agreeing to the Langevin amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 12:02:35 P.M. - H.R. 4847 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1071, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Langevin amendment. 12:02:02 P.M. - H.R. 4847 An amendment, offered by Mr. Langevin, numbered 3 printed in Part B of House Report 110-563 to demonstrate congressional support for the adoption of fire sprinklers in commercial buildings. This amendment also would demonstrate congressional support for educational programs that raise awareness of the importance of installing fire sprinklers in residential buildings. 12:01:41 P.M. - H.R. 4847 On agreeing to the Sali amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:53:57 A.M. - H.R. 4847 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1071, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sali amendment. 11:53:42 A.M. - H.R. 4847 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sali, numbered 2 printed in part B of House Report 110-563 to direct the Administrator, in collaboration with relevant Federal agencies and departments, to develop and provide information and training to such agencies and departments on the importance of clearing biomass in wildland areas of Federal lands to promote the safety of firefighters. 11:53:29 A.M. - H.R. 4847 On agreeing to the Pascrell amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:41:24 A.M. - H.R. 4847 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1071, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pascrell amendment. 11:40:48 A.M. - H.R. 4847 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pascrell, numbered 1 printed in part B of House Report 110-563 to provide that the National Fire Academy Training Program could train fire service personnel in response, tactics, and strategies for dealing with national catastrophes, including terrorist-caused national catastrophes and incidents that involve weapons of mass destruction. 10:41:23 A.M. - H.R. 4847 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 4847. 10:41:11 A.M. - H.R. 4847 The Speaker designated the Honorable Eni F.H. Faleomavaega to act as Chairman of the Committee. 10:41:09 A.M. - H.R. 4847 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1071 and Rule XVIII. 10:40:40 A.M. - H.R. 4847 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4847 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. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Science and Technology now printed in the bill, 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 printed in part A of the report of the committee Rules accompanying this resolution. 10:40:35 A.M. - H.R. 4847 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1071. H.R. 4847 — "To reauthorize the United States Fire Administration, and for other purposes." 10:33:36 A.M. - H. Res. 1071 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:33:31 A.M. - H. Res. 1071 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:33:27 A.M. - H. Res. 1071 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:18:23 A.M. - H. Res. 1071 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1071. 10:15:10 A.M. - H. Res. 1071 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1071 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4847) to reauthorize the United States Fire Administration, and for other purposes." 10:03:30 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. 10:03:12 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Carnahan to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:09 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:35 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:01 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tim Holden 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 4, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:40 EDT Yes 10:03:11 A.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 8, 2008. 10:02:42 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:32 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:51 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Monsignor Stephen J. Rossetti, President, St. Luke Institute, Silver Spring, Maryland 10:01:22 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. McGovern to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:14 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 8, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:36 EDT Yes 9:45:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 9, 2008. 9:45:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:45:10 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:30:16 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:29:06 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 15: himself for 5 min, Mr. Burgess for 5 min, and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 8:29:04 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 14: himself for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 8:29:02 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 10: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and Mr. Tancredo for 5 min. 8:29:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 9: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Tancredo for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 8:27:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 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. 7:59:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 DEBATE - By unanimous consent, debate time was expanded by an additional 20 minutes, equally divided and controlled. 7:20:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1077. 7:19:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 Considered under suspension of the rules. 7:19:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1077 — "Calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to end its crackdown in Tibet and enter into a substantive dialogue with His Holiness the Dalai Lama to find a negotiated solution that respects the distinctive language, culture, religious identity, and fundamental freedoms of all Tibetans, and for other purposes." 7:18:41 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until April 9. 7:18:00 P.M. - S. 793 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:59 P.M. - S. 793 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 392 - 1 (Roll no. 163). 7:08:06 P.M. - S. 793 Considered as unfinished business. S. 793 — "To provide for the expansion and improvement of traumatic brain injury programs." 7:07:49 P.M. - H.R. 2464 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:07:48 P.M. - H.R. 2464 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 390 - 1 (Roll no. 162). 7:00:08 P.M. - H.R. 2464 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2464 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide a means for continued improvement in emergency medical services for children." 6:59:45 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:59:44 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 161). 6:37:43 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 Considered as unfinished business. H.J. Res. 70 — "Congratulating the Army Reserve on its centennial, which will be formally celebrated on April 23, 2008, and commemorating the historic contributions of its veterans and continuing contributions of its soldiers to the vital national security interests and homeland defense missions of the United States." 6:33:29 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. 6:31:53 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 1083 and H. Res. 1084. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 8. 4:22:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:21:32 P.M. - S. 793 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. 4:06:31 P.M. - S. 793 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 793. 4:06:28 P.M. - S. 793 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:06:03 P.M. - S. 793 Ms. Baldwin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. S. 793 — "To provide for the expansion and improvement of traumatic brain injury programs." 4:05:29 P.M. - S. 1858 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:05:27 P.M. - S. 1858 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:55:33 P.M. - S. 1858 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1858. 3:55:31 P.M. - S. 1858 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:55:20 P.M. - S. 1858 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 1858 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to establish grant programs to provide for education and outreach on newborn screening and coordinated followup care once newborn screening has been conducted, to reauthorize programs under part A of title XI of such Act, and for other purposes." 3:55:03 P.M. - H.R. 2063 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:55:01 P.M. - H.R. 2063 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:54:53 P.M. - H.R. 2063 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:40:08 P.M. - H.R. 2063 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2063. 3:40:05 P.M. - H.R. 2063 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:39:52 P.M. - H.R. 2063 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2063 — "To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Education, to develop a voluntary policy for managing the risk of food allergy and anaphylaxis in schools, to establish school-based food allergy management grants, and for other purposes." 3:39:37 P.M. - S. 845 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:39:34 P.M. - S. 845 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:35:35 P.M. - S. 845 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 845. 3:35:33 P.M. - S. 845 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:35:20 P.M. - S. 845 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 845 — "To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to expand and intensify programs with respect to research and related activities concerning elder falls." 3:35:06 P.M. - H.R. 1237 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:35:04 P.M. - H.R. 1237 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:26:35 P.M. - H.R. 1237 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1237. 3:26:23 P.M. - H.R. 1237 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:26:03 P.M. - H.R. 1237 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1237 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide revised standards for quality assurance in screening and evaluation of gynecologic cytology preparations, and for other purposes." 3:25:49 P.M. - H.R. 2464 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. 3:14:24 P.M. - H.R. 2464 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2464. 3:14:22 P.M. - H.R. 2464 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:14:04 P.M. - H.R. 2464 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2464 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide a means for continued improvement in emergency medical services for children." 3:14:03 P.M. - H.R. 1198 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:14:01 P.M. - H.R. 1198 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:05:05 P.M. - H.R. 1198 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1198. 3:05:02 P.M. - H.R. 1198 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:04:14 P.M. - H.R. 1198 Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1198 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of hearing loss." 3:04:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:04:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:50:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1020. 2:50:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:49:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1020 — "Recognizing the tremendous service that members of the Armed Forces have given to the Nation, especially those who have been wounded in combat." 2:48:00 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 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. 2:37:00 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.J. Res. 70. 2:37:00 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:37:00 P.M. - H.J. Res. 70 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended. H.J. Res. 70 — "Congratulating the Army Reserve on its centennial, which will be formally celebrated on April 23, 2008, and commemorating the historic contributions of its veterans and continuing contributions of its soldiers to the vital national security interests and homeland defense missions of the United States." 2:36:16 P.M. - H. Res. 265 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:36:13 P.M. - H. Res. 265 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:21:02 P.M. - H. Res. 265 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 265. 2:20:59 P.M. - H. Res. 265 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:20:44 P.M. - H. Res. 265 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 265 — "Honoring military children during "National Month of the Military Child"." 2:20:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:18:40 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting legislation and supporting documents to implement the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement - referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 110-103). 2:18:04 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 she received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on April 7, 2008, at 10:33 a.m.: That the Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 73. 2:03:43 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:09 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Bordallo to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:03:05 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:56 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:45 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 8. 12:34:41 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:33:19 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:31:48 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Lois Capps 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 9, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:31 EDT Yes 10:50:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 10, 2008. 10:50:56 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:50:45 P.M. - Mr. Yarmuth moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:19:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:18:29 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 16: himself for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 7:18:27 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 10: Mr. McHenry for 5 min and Mr. Conaway for 5 min. 7:09:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:08:03 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees For consideration of the House bill (except title XII) and the Senate amendment (except secs. 12001, 12201-12601, and 12701-12808), and modifications committed to conference: DeLauro and Putnam. 7:08:02 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Ways and Means for consideration of sec. 1303 and title XII of the House bill, and secs. 12001-12601, and 12701-12808 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Rangel, Pomeroy, and McCrery. 7:08:01 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for consideration of secs. 2203, 2301, 6019, and 6020 of the House bill, and secs. 2604, 6029, 6030, 6034, and 11087 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Oberstar, Norton, and Graves. 7:08:00 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Small Business for consideration of subtitle D of title XI of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Velazquez, Shuler, and Chabot. 7:07:50 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Science and Technology for consideration of secs. 4403, 9003, 9006, 9010, 9015, 9019, and 9020 of the House bill, and secs. 7039, 7051, 7315, 7501, and 9001 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Gordon, Lampson, and McCaul (TX). 7:07:48 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for consideration of secs. 1501 and 7109 of the House bill, and secs. 7020, 7313, 7314, 7316, 7502, 8126, 8205, and 10201 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Waxman, Towns, and Jordan. 7:07:40 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Natural Resources for consideration of secs. 2313, 2331, 2341, 2405, 2607, 2607A, 2611, 5401, 6020, 7033, 7311, 8101, 8112, 8121-8127, 8204, 8205, 11063, and 11075 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Rahall, Bordallo, and McMorris Rodgers. 7:06:57 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on the Judiciary for consideration of secs. 11102, 11312, and 11314 of the House bill, and secs. 5402, 10103, 10201, 10203, 10205, 11017, 11069, 11076, 13102, and 13104 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Conyers, Scott (VA), and Smith (TX). 7:06:06 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Foreign Affairs for consideration of secs. 3001-3008, 3010-3014, and 3016 of the House bill, and secs. 3001-3022, 3101-3107, and 3201-3204 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Berman, Sherman, and Ros-Lehtinen. 7:05:55 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Financial Services for consideration of sec. 11310 of the House bill, and secs. 6501-6505, 11068, and 13107 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Kanjorski, Waters, and Bachus. 7:05:44 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration of secs. 6012, 6023, 6024, 6028, 6029, 9004, 9005, and 9017 of the House bill, and secs. 6006, 6012, 6110-6112, 6202, 6302, 7044, 7049, 7307, 7507, 9001, 11060, 11072, 11087, and 11101-11103 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Dingell, Pallone, and Barton (TX). 7:03:53 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Education and Labor for consideration of secs. 4303 and 4304 of the House bill, and secs. 4901-4905, 4911, and 4912 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Miller, George, McCarthy (NY), and Platts. 7:03:50 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Agriculture for consideration of the House bill (except title XII) and the Senate amendment (except secs. 12001, 12201-12601, and 12701-12808), and modifications committed to conference: Peterson (MN), Holden, McIntyre, Etheridge, Boswell, Baca, Cardoza, Scott (GA), Goodlatte, Lucas, Moran (KS), Hayes, Musgrave, and Neugebauer. 7:00:58 P.M. - H.R. 5472 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:00:58 P.M. - H.R. 5472 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 0 (Roll no. 177). 6:55:07 P.M. - H.R. 5472 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5472 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2650 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, as the "Julia M. Carson Post Office Building"." 6:54:42 P.M. - H.R. 5489 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:54:41 P.M. - H.R. 5489 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 176). 6:49:47 P.M. - H.R. 5489 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5489 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6892 Main Street in Gloucester, Virginia, as the "Congresswoman Jo Ann S. Davis Post Office"." 6:48:59 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. 6:47:46 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Thursday, April 10, 2008, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1038, which was ordered on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. 6:47:44 P.M. - H.R. 2419 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:47:43 P.M. - H.R. 2419 On motion that the House instruct conferees Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 400 - 11 (Roll no. 175). 6:22:23 P.M. - H.R. 2419 The previous question was ordered without objection. 6:13:41 P.M. - H.R. 2419 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Goodlatte motion to instruct conferees. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the managers on the part of the House to disagree to any provision which will result in an increase in taxes. 6:13:23 P.M. - H.R. 2419 Mr. Goodlatte moved that the House instruct conferees. 6:12:04 P.M. - H.R. 2419 On motion that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference Agreed to by voice vote. 6:11:44 P.M. - H.R. 2419 Mr. Holden moved that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference. 6:10:22 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:10:22 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 278 - 140 (Roll no. 174). 6:02:27 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 208 - 212 (Roll no. 173). 5:42:02 P.M. - H.R. 2016 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:37:14 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Cannon motion to recommit. 5:36:17 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Floor summary: DEBATE - The instructions contained in the motion seek to add language to the bill stating that nothing in this Act shall affect the right to bear arms under the Second Amendment within the National Landscape Conservation System. 5:36:16 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Mr. Cannon moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 5:35:37 P.M. - H.R. 2016 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. 5:35:29 P.M. - H.R. 2016 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:35:13 P.M. - H.R. 2016 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2016. 5:34:26 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Pearce amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 214 - 207 (Roll no. 172). 5:24:58 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Altmire amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 416 - 5 (Roll no. 171). 5:17:25 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Bishop (UT) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 333 - 89 (Roll no. 170). 5:07:50 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Bishop (UT) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 172 - 245 (Roll no. 169). 5:01:15 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Bishop (UT) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 175 - 246 (Roll no. 168). 4:51:47 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Grijalva amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 414 - 0 (Roll no. 167). 4:27:49 P.M. - H.R. 2016 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. 4:27:48 P.M. - H.R. 2016 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 4:27:31 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2016 — "To establish the National Landscape Conservation System, and for other purposes." 4:26:00 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1092. 4:25:36 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 9. 3:07:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:06:05 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2016 as unfinished business. 3:05:51 P.M. - H.R. 2016 By unanimous consent, the Walden (OR) amendment was withdrawn. 3:00:16 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Walden amendment. 3:00:13 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walden (OR), numbered 8 printed in House Report 110-573 to strike the Stee ns Mountain Cooperative Management and Protection Act of 2000 (PL 106-399) from the bill. 2:59:53 P.M. - H.R. 2016 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the Pearce amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment, and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pearce demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 2:51:30 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Pearce amendment. 2:51:27 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pearce, numbered 7 printed in House Report 110-573 to provide that in clusion in the National Landscape Conservation System does not affect existing grazing rights or operations on those Bureau of Land Management lands. 2:51:02 P.M. - H.R. 2016 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the Altmire amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Altmire demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 2:44:06 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Altmire amendment. 2:44:02 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Altmire, numbered 6 printed in House Report 110-573 to provide that the bill does not in any way limit access for hunting, fishing, trapping or recreational shooting on the 27 million acres administered by the Bureau of Land Management. It also provides that H.R. 2016 does not in any way infringe on a state's right to manage, control or regulate its hunting, fishing, trapping and recreational shooting activities on these lands. 2:43:34 P.M. - H.R. 2016 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (UT) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 2:40:23 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment. 2:40:02 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), numbered 5 printed in House Report 110-573 to provide that in clusion in the National Landscape Conservation System does not additionally restrict or hinder energy development within the System. 2:39:41 P.M. - H.R. 2016 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 2:34:11 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment. 2:34:07 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), numbered 4 printed in House Report 110-573 to strike Section 3(c)(2) and inserts language directing the Interior Secretary to manage the system in accordance with each applicable law (including regulations) relating to each component of the system included under subsection (b). 2:33:35 P.M. - H.R. 2016 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment, and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (UT) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 2:27:09 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment. 2:27:06 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), numbered 3 in House Report 110-573 to strike the preamble to the establishment of the National Landscape Conservation System. 2:26:41 P.M. - H.R. 2016 On agreeing to the Cannon amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:22:09 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Cannon amendment. 2:22:05 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cannon, numbered 2 printed in House Report 110-573 to provide that the National Landscape Conservation System Act does not create an independent federal legal cause of action based on inclusion in the System. 2:13:37 P.M. - H.R. 2016 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the Grijalva amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 2:13:36 P.M. - H.R. 2016 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1084, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Grijalva amendment. 2:13:25 P.M. - H.R. 2016 An amendment, offered by Mr. Grijalva, numbered 1 printed in House Report 110-573 to reiterate that nothing in the bill shall impede efforts by the Department of Homeland Security to secure the borders of the United States. 1:17:17 P.M. - H.R. 2016 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2016. 1:16:57 P.M. - H.R. 2016 The Speaker designated the Honorable Tim Holden to act as Chairman of the Committee. 1:16:55 P.M. - H.R. 2016 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1084 and Rule XVIII. 1:16:02 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2016 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. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 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 Natural Resources now printed in the bill. 1:15:57 P.M. - H.R. 2016 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1084. H.R. 2016 — "To establish the National Landscape Conservation System, and for other purposes." 1:15:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:15:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 1 (Roll no. 166). 1:09:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1077 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1077 — "Calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to end its crackdown in Tibet and enter into a substantive dialogue with His Holiness the Dalai Lama to find a negotiated solution that respects the distinctive language, culture, religious identity, and fundamental freedoms of all Tibetans, and for other purposes." 1:09:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:08:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:08:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 188 (Roll no. 165). 1:00:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 190 (Roll no. 164). 12:04:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1084. 12:03:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1084 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2016) to establish the National Landscape Conservation System, and for other purposes." 12:03:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:03:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:56:24 A.M. - H. Res. 1082 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1082. 11:56:22 A.M. - H. Res. 1082 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:56:09 A.M. - H. Res. 1082 Ms. Velazquez moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1082 — "Recognizing the plumbing industry and supporting the goals and ideals of "National Plumbing Industry Week"." 11:55:20 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 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. 11:41:09 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1038. 11:41:06 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:41:04 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 Mr. Carney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1038 — "Recognizing the fifth anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security and honoring the Department's employees for their extraordinary efforts and contributions to protect and secure our Nation." 11:39:38 A.M. - H.R. 5395 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:39:35 A.M. - H.R. 5395 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 11:29:42 A.M. - H.R. 5395 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5395. 11:29:40 A.M. - H.R. 5395 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:29:24 A.M. - H.R. 5395 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5395 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 11001 Dunklin Drive in St. Louis, Missouri, as the "William 'Bill' Clay Post Office Building"." 11:29:08 A.M. - H.R. 5472 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. 11:12:19 A.M. - H.R. 5472 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5472. 11:12:17 A.M. - H.R. 5472 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:12:03 A.M. - H.R. 5472 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5472 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2650 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, as the "Julia M. Carson Post Office Building"." 11:11:40 A.M. - H.R. 5489 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. 10:54:40 A.M. - H.R. 5489 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5489. 10:54:36 A.M. - H.R. 5489 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:54:16 A.M. - H.R. 5489 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5489 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6892 Main Street in Gloucester, Virginia, as the "Congresswoman Jo Ann S. Davis Post Office"." 10:53:24 A.M. - H. Res. 865 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 10:53:20 A.M. - H. Res. 865 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:53:16 A.M. - H. Res. 865 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 10:43:11 A.M. - H. Res. 865 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 865. 10:43:08 A.M. - H. Res. 865 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:42:55 A.M. - H. Res. 865 Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 865 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the March 2007 report of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development makes an important contribution to the understanding of the high levels of crime and violence in the Caribbean, and that the United States should work with Caribbean countries to address crime and violence in the region." 10:42:52 A.M. - H. Res. 838 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:42:49 A.M. - H. Res. 838 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 10:26:37 A.M. - H. Res. 838 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 838. 10:26:34 A.M. - H. Res. 838 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:26:15 A.M. - H. Res. 838 Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 838 — "Welcoming His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI on his first apostolic visit to the United States." 10:26:06 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:05:08 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 10:03:31 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Inglis of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:25 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 Dr. Carey D. Froelich, First Baptist Church, Baytown, Texas. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 10, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:27 EDT Yes 6:31:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on April 14, 2008. 6:31:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:31:10 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett (MD) moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. Senate passed S. 2739 5:00:25 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:00:00 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 17: Mr. Poe for 5 min and Mr. Jones of NC for 5 min. 4:55:32 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That it may be in order on Thursday, April 17, 2008, for the Speaker to declare a recess subject to the call of the Chair for the purpose of receiving in the Chamber Former Members of Congress. Agreed to without objection. 4:53:29 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2008 in order to receive in the Chamber Former Members of Congress. Agreed to without objection. 4:53:08 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that business in order under the Calendar Wednesday rule be dispensed with on Apr. 16. Agreed to without objection. 4:51:25 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, April 10, 2008, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, April 14, 2008, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 4:33:53 P.M. - H.R. 2537 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2537 as unfinished business. 4:33:37 P.M. - H.R. 2537 On motion that the committee now rise Agreed to by voice vote. 4:33:14 P.M. - H.R. 2537 Mr. Oberstar moved that the committee now rise. 4:32:56 P.M. - H.R. 2537 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 263 - 117, 1 Present (Roll no. 182). 3:33:26 P.M. - H.R. 2537 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Flake amendment under the five-minute rule. 3:33:03 P.M. - H.R. 2537 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 8 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new paragraph prohibiting use of funds for Congressional earmarks. 2:04:21 P.M. - H.R. 2537 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2537. 2:04:13 P.M. - H.R. 2537 The Speaker designated the Honorable Diana DeGette to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 2:04:12 P.M. - H.R. 2537 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1083 and Rule XVIII. 2:03:43 P.M. - H.R. 2537 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2537 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. Bill is open to amendments. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 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 Transportation and Infrastructure now printed in the bill. 2:03:38 P.M. - H.R. 2537 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1083. H.R. 2537 — "To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to beach monitoring, and for other purposes." 1:48:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1092 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:48:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1092 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 195, 1 Present (Roll no. 181). 1:24:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1092 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:01:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1092 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1092. 12:00:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1092 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1092 — "Relating to the consideration of the bill (H.R. 5724) to implement the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement." 11:57:49 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:57:49 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 3 (Roll no. 180). 11:51:32 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1038 — "Recognizing the fifth anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security and honoring the Department's employees for their extraordinary efforts and contributions to protect and secure our Nation." 11:51:11 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:51:10 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 192 (Roll no. 179). 11:43:50 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1083 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2537) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to beach monitoring, and for other purposes." 11:42:21 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of H. Res. 1083 and a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:42:20 A.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - under clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced to the house that, in light of the administration of the Oath of Office to the Gentlewoman from California, the whole number of the House is 432. 11:34:08 A.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elect Jackie Speier, Twelfth District, State of California, presented herself in the well of the House for the purpose of taking the Oath of Office which was administered by the Speaker of the House. 11:33:25 A.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk transmitted to the House a scanned copy of a certificate received from the Honorable Debra Bowen, Secretary of State for the State of California, indicating that, according to the semi-final official canvass of votes from the Special Election held April 8, 2008, the Honorable Jackie Speier was elected Representative to Congress for the Twelfth Congressional District, State of California. 11:30:34 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 182, 1 Present (Roll no. 178). 11:07:08 A.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 debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:06:20 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the end of debate on the H. Res. 1083, the Chair put the question on adoption, 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 until later in the legislative day. 11:05:47 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:21:52 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1083. 10:18:54 A.M. - H. Res. 1083 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1083 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2537) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to beach monitoring, and for other purposes." 10:05:40 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. 10:05:06 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Sanchez, Loretta of CA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:04:32 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examine the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Pallone demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone objected to the voice vote and made a point of no quorum and the Speaker announced that further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal would be postponed until later in the legislative day. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:10 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Henry Cuellar 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 14, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:23 EDT Yes 9:48:26 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on April 15, 2008. 9:48:25 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:48:03 P.M. - Ms. Wasserman Schultz moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:24:20 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:23:59 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 17: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. McHenry for 5 min. 7:23:47 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 16: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. McHenry for 5 min. 7:23:05 P.M. - Mr. Poe requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 15: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. McHenry for 5 min. 7:15:05 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:14:05 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 1119, and H.J. Res. 70. Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 76. 7:14:04 P.M. - H.R. 3548 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:14:04 P.M. - H.R. 3548 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 1 (Roll no. 185). 7:07:14 P.M. - H.R. 3548 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3548 — "To enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing plain language as the standard style for Government documents issued to the public, and for other purposes." 7:07:10 P.M. - H. Res. 994 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:07:09 P.M. - H. Res. 994 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 0 (Roll no. 184). 6:58:58 P.M. - H. Res. 994 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 994 — "Expressing support for designation of a National Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia Awareness Day." 6:58:54 P.M. - H. Res. 886 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:58:54 P.M. - H. Res. 886 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 183). 6:32:21 P.M. - H. Res. 886 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 886 — "Expressing sympathy to the victims and families of the tragic acts of violence in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Arvada, Colorado." 6:31:56 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. 6:31:55 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until Tuesday, April 15, 2008, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 5517 and the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1097, as amended, which were ordered on Monday, April 14, 2008. 6:30:16 P.M. - Ms. Castor filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 1102 and H. Res. 1103. 6:30:15 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 14. 3:46:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:45:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 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. 3:34:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1097. 3:33:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:33:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1097 — "Expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2008, as National Child Abuse Prevention Month to provide attention to the tragic circumstances that face some of our Nation's children on a daily basis and to underscore our commitment to preventing child abuse and neglect so that all children can live in safety and security." 3:33:27 P.M. - H. Res. 259 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:33:26 P.M. - H. Res. 259 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:25:35 P.M. - H. Res. 259 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 259. 3:25:33 P.M. - H. Res. 259 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:25:18 P.M. - H. Res. 259 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 259 — "Honoring and recognizing the work of the Meals On Wheels Association of America, its member senior nutrition programs throughout the country, and their annual March For Meals campaigns." 3:24:59 P.M. - H.R. 3548 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. 3:09:47 P.M. - H.R. 3548 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3548. 3:09:41 P.M. - H.R. 3548 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:09:22 P.M. - H.R. 3548 Mr. Braley (IA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3548 — "To enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing plain language as the standard style for Government documents issued to the public, and for other purposes." 3:09:07 P.M. - H.R. 4881 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:09:02 P.M. - H.R. 4881 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:58:05 P.M. - H.R. 4881 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4881. 2:58:02 P.M. - H.R. 4881 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:58:01 P.M. - H.R. 4881 Mr. Braley (IA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4881 — "To prohibit the awarding of a contract or grant in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold unless the prospective contractor or grantee certifies in writing to the agency awarding the contract or grant that the contractor or grantee has no seriously delinquent tax debts, and for other purposes." 2:57:00 P.M. - H.R. 5517 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. 2:36:24 P.M. - H.R. 5517 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5517. 2:36:22 P.M. - H.R. 5517 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:36:05 P.M. - H.R. 5517 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 5517 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 7231 FM 1960 in Humble, Texas, as the "Texas Military Veterans Post Office"." 2:35:02 P.M. - H. Res. 994 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. 2:25:07 P.M. - H. Res. 994 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 994. 2:25:05 P.M. - H. Res. 994 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:24:47 P.M. - H. Res. 994 Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 994 — "Expressing support for designation of a National Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia Awareness Day." 2:24:22 P.M. - H. Res. 886 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. 2:12:16 P.M. - H. Res. 886 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 886. 2:12:14 P.M. - H. Res. 886 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:41 P.M. - H. Res. 886 Mr. Ellsworth moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 886 — "Expressing sympathy to the victims and families of the tragic acts of violence in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Arvada, Colorado." 2:10:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:10:32 P.M. - OFFICIAL OBJECTORS - On behalf of the Majority and Minority Leaderships, the Chair announced that the official objectors for the Private Calendar for the 110th Congress are as follows: For the Majority: Messrs. Boucher, Schiff and Grijalva; For the Minority: Messrs. King (IA), Forbes and Smith (TX). 2:07:48 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Wynn . Mr. Wynn submitted his resignation from the Committee on Energy and Commerce effective at 5 p.m., April 9, 2008. The resignation was accepted without objection. 2:06:48 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 she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on April 14, 2008, at 12:56 p.m.: That the Senate agreed to the House amendment to S. 793. 2:03:36 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:55 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Broun of GA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:51 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:30 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Joseph T. Holcomb. 2:00:26 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 14. 12:32:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:10 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. for the start of legislative business. 12:30:31 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mazie K. Hirono to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:19 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 15, 2008 110TH CONGRESS - SECOND 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 12:51:19 EDT Yes 11:25:47 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 16, 2008. 11:25:46 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:25:32 P.M. - Mr. Gilchrest moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:16:09 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:15:49 P.M. - Ms. Castor filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. R