111 2 CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 5, 2010 111TH 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 12:24:01 EDT Yes 12:05:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to H. Res. 976. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 12, 2010. 12:05:58 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR - Pursuant to section 9 of H. Res. 976, 111th Congress, the Chair announced that no organizational or legislative business is transacted 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 12, 2010. 12:04:46 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - Under Clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced that, in light of the resignation of the gentleman from Florida, Mr. Wexler, the whole number of the House is 434. 12:04:45 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 a message from the Secretary of the Senate on December 24, 2009, at 10:56 a.m. stating that that body had passed H.R. 3590 with amendments. 12:03:32 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 December 24, 2009, at 10:31 a.m. stating that that body had agreed to H. Con. Res. 223. 12:03:31 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 December 24, 2009, at 8:14 a.m. stating that that body had passed H.R. 730 with an amendment; H.R. 3819, and H.R. 4314. 12:02:33 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:00 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Clete Kiley, Faith and Politics Institute, Washington, DC. 12:00:37 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:36 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 12, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:58 EDT Yes 10:00:22 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 13, 2010. 10:00:21 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:00:20 P.M. - Mr. Burgess moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:37:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:36:36 P.M. - Mr. Conaway requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 19: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:36:35 P.M. - Mr. Conaway requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 13: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:36:34 P.M. - The House received a communication from Michael M. Honda, Member of Congress. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Honorable Michael M. Honda notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena issued by the Superior Court for Santa Clara County, California for documents in a civil case and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subponea was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 7:17:52 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:16:51 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a proclamation entitled "To Modify Duty-Free Treatment Under the Generalized System of Preferences, and for other purposes." - referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-85). 7:15:45 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 transmitted a sealed envelope received from the White House on Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 1:41 p.m., containing a message from the President which transmitted a proclamation entitled "To Modify Duty-Free Treatment Under the Generalized System of Preferences, and for other purposes." 7:14:54 P.M. - H.J. Res. 64 Pursuant to a previous order of the House, consideration of the veto message on H.J. Res. 64 is postponed until the legislative day of January 13, 2010. 7:14:53 P.M. - H.J. Res. 64 The Chair laid before the House the veto message from the President. (H. Doc. 111-84). In a Memorandum of Disapproval, the President stated the enactment of H.R. 3326 (Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010, Public Law 111-118), which was signed into law on December 19, 2009, has rendered the enactment of H.J. Res. 64 (Continuing Appropriations, FY 2010) unnecessary and accordingly, he is withholding his approval from the bill. In order to leave no doubt that the bill is being vetoed as unnecessary legislation, and in addition to withholding his signature, the President returned H.J. Res. 64 to the House along with the Memorandum of Disapproval . 7:14:52 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 message received from the White House on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 1:20 p.m., containing the returned enrollment of H.J. Res. 64 and a memorandum of disapproval from the President. 7:12:24 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That if a veto message on H.J. Res. 64 is laid before the House on the legislative day of January 12, 2010, then after the message is read and the objections of the President are spread at large upon the Journal, further consideration of the veto message and the joint resolution shall be postponed until the legislative day of January 13, 2010, the House shall proceed to the constitutional question of reconsideration and dispose of such question without intervening motion. Agreed to without objection. 7:11:44 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR BUSINESS - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that the order of the House of January 6, 2009, providing for Morning-Hour Debate be extended for the remainder of the 111th Congress, except that pursuant to H. Res. 1000, the date of May 17, 2010, shall be used in lieu of May 18, 2009. Agreed to without objection. 7:11:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1000 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:11:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1000 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:11:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1000 Considered as privileged matter. 7:10:16 P.M. - H. Res. 999 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:09:56 P.M. - H. Res. 999 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:09:55 P.M. - H. Res. 999 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 999 — "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled." 7:09:54 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO NOTIFY THE PRESIDENT - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 998, the Chair announced the appointment of Representatives Hoyer and Boehner to the Committee to Notify the President. 7:08:50 P.M. - H. Res. 998 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:08:49 P.M. - H. Res. 998 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:08:48 P.M. - H. Res. 998 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 998 — "Providing for a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the Congress." 7:08:47 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Smith of NE to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 7:07:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 7:07:46 P.M. - Call of the House Quorum responded: 373 present (Roll no. 1). 6:30:56 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 12. 12:01:51 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 12:00:49 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:45 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. Moran to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:41 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 13, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:54 EDT Yes 7:37:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 15, 2010. 7:37:49 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:37:48 P.M. - Mrs. Bachmann moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:23:29 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:22:45 P.M. - Mr. Burton of IN requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 20: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 4:22:44 P.M. - Mr. Burton of IN requested general leave to address the House for 5 minutes on January 19. 4:18:46 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:17:10 P.M. - Ms. DeGette asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, January 15, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 4:17:09 P.M. - Ms. DeGette asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 15, 2010. Agreed to without objection. 4:16:04 P.M. - H.R. 3892 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:16:03 P.M. - H.R. 3892 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 356 - 1 (Roll no. 5). 4:09:34 P.M. - H.R. 3892 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3892 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 West Highway 64 Bypass in Roper, North Carolina, as the "E.V. Wilkins Post Office"." 4:09:33 P.M. - H. Res. 860 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:09:32 P.M. - H. Res. 860 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 369 - 1 (Roll no. 4). 4:02:33 P.M. - H. Res. 860 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 860 — "Supporting the initiatives of Chicago Wilderness and the Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights." 3:59:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1002 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:59:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1002 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. 3). 3:53:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1002 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1002 — "Honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and encouraging the continued commitment to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a national day of service." 3:35:17 P.M. - H.J. Res. 64 On passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding Failed by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 143 - 245, 1 Present ) (Roll no. 2). 3:06:45 P.M. - H.J. Res. 64 The Chair announced the unfinished business to be the consideration of the veto. 3:06:44 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question whether the House, on reconsideration, will pass H.J. Res. 64, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding, and motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:06:43 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 13. 1:00:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 1:00:39 P.M. - H.R. 3237 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:00:38 P.M. - H.R. 3237 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:56:49 P.M. - H.R. 3237 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3237. 12:56:48 P.M. - H.R. 3237 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:56:47 P.M. - H.R. 3237 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3237 — "To enact certain laws relating to national and commercial space programs as title 51, United States Code, "National and Commercial Space Programs"." 12:55:58 P.M. - H.R. 2646 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:55:57 P.M. - H.R. 2646 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:43:50 P.M. - H.R. 2646 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2646. 12:43:49 P.M. - H.R. 2646 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:43:48 P.M. - H.R. 2646 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2646 — "To amend title 31, United States Code, to enhance the oversight authorities of the Comptroller General, and for other purposes." 12:42:17 P.M. - S. 692 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:42:16 P.M. - S. 692 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:36:13 P.M. - S. 692 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 692. 12:36:12 P.M. - S. 692 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:36:11 P.M. - S. 692 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 692 — "To provide that claims of the United States to certain documents relating to Franklin Delano Roosevelt shall be treated as waived and relinquished in certain circumstances." 12:35:31 P.M. - H.R. 4139 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:35:30 P.M. - H.R. 4139 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:26:31 P.M. - H.R. 4139 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4139. 12:26:30 P.M. - H.R. 4139 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:26:29 P.M. - H.R. 4139 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4139 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 7464 Highway 503 in Hickory, Mississippi, as the "Sergeant Matthew L. Ingram Post Office"." 12:25:32 P.M. - H.R. 3892 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. 12:13:05 P.M. - H.R. 3892 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3892. 12:13:04 P.M. - H.R. 3892 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:11:57 P.M. - H.R. 3892 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3892 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 West Highway 64 Bypass in Roper, North Carolina, as the "E.V. Wilkins Post Office"." 12:11:56 P.M. - H. Res. 860 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. 12:02:13 P.M. - H. Res. 860 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 860. 12:02:12 P.M. - H. Res. 860 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:02:11 P.M. - H. Res. 860 Mr. Kildee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 860 — "Supporting the initiatives of Chicago Wilderness and the Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights." 12:01:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1002 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. 11:44:32 A.M. - H. Res. 1002 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1002. 11:44:31 A.M. - H. Res. 1002 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:44:30 A.M. - H. Res. 1002 Mr. Kildee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1002 — "Honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and encouraging the continued commitment to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a national day of service." 11:44:29 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:43:59 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:35:46 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1001. 11:35:45 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:35:44 A.M. - H. Res. 1001 Mr. Kildee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1001 — "Congratulating North Central College on winning the 2009 NCAA Division III men's cross country championship." 11:35:43 A.M. - H. Res. 862 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:35:42 A.M. - H. Res. 862 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 11:21:37 A.M. - H. Res. 862 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 862. 11:21:36 A.M. - H. Res. 862 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:21:35 A.M. - H. Res. 862 Mr. Kildee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 862 — "Congratulating the staff, students, and faculty at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy for winning the 2009 Star Innovator in the Intel Schools of Distinction competition." 11:21:34 A.M. - H. Res. 970 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:21:33 A.M. - H. Res. 970 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:01:27 A.M. - H. Res. 970 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 970. 11:01:26 A.M. - H. Res. 970 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:00:53 A.M. - H. Res. 970 Mr. Kildee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 970 — "Congratulating Flint native, University of Alabama sophomore, and running back Mark Ingram on winning the 2009 Heisman Trophy and honoring both his athletic and academic achievements." 11:00:52 A.M. - H. Res. 981 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:00:51 A.M. - H. Res. 981 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:50:47 A.M. - H. Res. 981 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 981. 10:50:46 A.M. - H. Res. 981 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:50:45 A.M. - H. Res. 981 Mr. Tanner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 981 — "Supporting continued political and economic development in Ukraine." 10:50:44 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:45:30 A.M. - H.J. Res. 64 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate, the Chair put the question on passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding, and announced that under the Constitution, the Yeas and Nays were ordered. The Chair then postponed further proceedings on the question until later in the legislative day. 10:40:57 A.M. - H.J. Res. 64 The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the question of passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding. 10:40:56 A.M. - H.J. Res. 64 The Chair laid before the House the veto message from the President. 10:05:23 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. 10:02:59 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Butterfield to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:57 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:42 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Samuel Tialavea, Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa 10:00:56 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Shelley Berkley to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:52 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 15, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:51 EDT Yes 9:05:27 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on January 19, 2010. 9:04:07 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:03:57 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:49 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:22 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 19, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:48 EDT Yes 10:34:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 20, 2010. 10:34:49 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:34:48 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:29:26 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:28:42 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 26: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:28:41 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 22: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:28:40 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 21: Mr. Paul for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:28:39 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Paul be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on January 20. 7:16:24 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:14:56 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:14:55 P.M. - H. Res. 991 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 398 - 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 8). 7:08:11 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 991 — "Commending the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship." 7:07:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:07:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 396 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 7). 6:59:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1015 — "Congratulating the Penn State women's volleyball team on winning the 2009 NCAA Division I National Championship." 6:58:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:58:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 6). 6:33:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1004 — "Congratulating the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for its 150 years of commitment to advancing science and improving health." 6:32:03 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. 6:31:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 228 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:31:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 228 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:31:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 228 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 228 — "Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President." 6:31:54 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1017. 6:30:09 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 19. 3:58:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:56:07 P.M. - H. Res. 991 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Hirono objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:49:34 P.M. - H. Res. 991 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 991. 3:49:33 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:49:32 P.M. - H. Res. 991 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 991 — "Commending the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship." 3:48:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Hirono objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:42:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1015. 3:42:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:42:08 P.M. - H. Res. 1015 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1015 — "Congratulating the Penn State women's volleyball team on winning the 2009 NCAA Division I National Championship." 3:41:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1008 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:41:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1008 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:25:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1008 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1008. 3:25:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1008 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:25:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1008 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1008 — "Honoring the contributions of Catholic schools." 3:25:42 P.M. - H. Res. 776 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:25:41 P.M. - H. Res. 776 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:18:55 P.M. - H. Res. 776 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 776. 3:18:54 P.M. - H. Res. 776 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:18:53 P.M. - H. Res. 776 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 776 — "Congratulating the Dartmouth Outing Club of Hanover, New Hampshire, for 100 years of service to the United States and its wilderness." 3:18:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 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. 3:08:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1004. 3:08:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:08:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1004 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1004 — "Congratulating the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for its 150 years of commitment to advancing science and improving health." 3:08:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:08:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:50:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1007. 2:50:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:50:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1007 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1007 — "Commending the University of Alabama for winning the Bowl Championship Series National Championship Game." 2:49:50 P.M. - H.R. 3538 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. 2:43:12 P.M. - H.R. 3538 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3538. 2:43:11 P.M. - H.R. 3538 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:43:10 P.M. - H.R. 3538 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3538 — "To authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 2:42:28 P.M. - H.R. 725 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:42:27 P.M. - H.R. 725 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:34:10 P.M. - H.R. 725 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 725. 2:34:09 P.M. - H.R. 725 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:08 P.M. - H.R. 725 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 725 — "To protect Indian arts and crafts through the improvement of applicable criminal proceedings, and for other purposes." 2:33:49 P.M. - H.R. 3759 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:33:48 P.M. - H.R. 3759 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:33:47 P.M. - H.R. 3759 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:26:24 P.M. - H.R. 3759 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3759. 2:26:23 P.M. - H.R. 3759 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:26:22 P.M. - H.R. 3759 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3759 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to grant economy-related contract extensions of a certain timber contracts between the Secretary of the Interior and timber purchasers, and for other purposes." 2:25:49 P.M. - H.R. 3726 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. 2:10:18 P.M. - H.R. 3726 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3726. 2:10:17 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:10:16 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3726 — "To establish the Castle Nugent National Historic Site at St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, and for other purposes." 2:09:42 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:03:09 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:42 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Bordallo to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:41 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:40 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:39 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 19. 12:38:31 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:32:18 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. 12:31:28 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Rick Larsen to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:49 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 20, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:44 EDT Yes 7:05:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 21, 2010. 7:05:49 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:05:48 P.M. - Mrs. Bachmann moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:02:59 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 foreign terrorists - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-88). 4:15:03 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:13:34 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 27: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 4:13:33 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on January 26. 4:10:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:10:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 4:01:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1013. 4:01:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1013 Ms. Lee (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1013 — "Condemning the violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and gross human rights abuses in the Republic of Guinea." 4:00:03 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. 2:59:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1021. 2:57:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:57:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Ms. Lee (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1021 — "Expressing condolences to and solidarity with the people of Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake of January 12, 2010." 2:57:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until January 21. 2:56:35 P.M. - H.R. 3538 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 225 - 191 (Roll no. 11). 2:46:49 P.M. - H.R. 3538 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3538 — "To authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 2:45:01 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:44:56 P.M. - H.R. 3726 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 173 (Roll no. 10). 2:30:00 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3726 — "To establish the Castle Nugent National Historic Site at St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, and for other purposes." 2:29:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1017 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:29:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1017 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:29:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1017 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 175 (Roll no. 9). 2:03:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1017 Considered as unfinished business. 2:01:46 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 1017, agreeing to H. Res. 1017, and motions to suspend the rules which had been adopted earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 2:00:45 P.M. - H.R. 730 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. 1:46:55 P.M. - H.R. 730 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 730. 1:46:54 P.M. - H.R. 730 Ms. Clarke moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment. 1:46:53 P.M. - H.R. 2611 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:46:52 P.M. - H.R. 2611 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:37:10 P.M. - H.R. 2611 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2611. 1:37:09 P.M. - H.R. 2611 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:37:08 P.M. - H.R. 2611 Ms. Clarke moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2611 — "To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the Securing the Cities Initiative of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes." 1:36:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1009 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:36:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1009 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:03:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1009 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1009. 1:03:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1009 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:03:14 P.M. - H. Res. 1009 Mr. Reyes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1009 — "Honoring the seven Americans killed in Khost, Afghanistan, on December 30, 2009, for their service to the United States, and for other purposes." 1:00:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1010 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:00:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1010 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:37:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1010 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1010. 12:37:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1010 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:37:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1010 Mr. Conyers moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1010 — "Celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 30th anniversary of the Stevie Wonder song tribute to Dr. King, "Happy Birthday", and for other purposes." 12:36:53 P.M. - H.R. 4462 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:36:52 P.M. - H.R. 4462 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:08:15 P.M. - H.R. 4462 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4462. 12:08:14 P.M. - H.R. 4462 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:07:43 P.M. - H.R. 4462 Mr. Rangel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4462 — "To accelerate the income tax benefits for charitable cash contributions for the relief of victims of the earthquake in Haiti." 12:05:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1017 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1017, 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. 11:28:35 A.M. - H. Res. 1017 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1017. 11:28:34 A.M. - H. Res. 1017 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1017 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3254) to approve the Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement, and for other purposes; for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3342) to authorize the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, to develop water infrastructure in the Rio Grande Basin, and to approve the settlement of the water rights claims of the Pueblos of Nambe, Pojoaque, San Ildefonso, and Tesuque; and for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1065) to resolve water rights claims of the White Mountain Apache Tribe in the State of Arizona, and for other purposes." 11:27:44 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 11:12:03 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 158. 11:12:02 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:12:01 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 158 — "Expressing support for the designation of an Early Detection Month for breast cancer and all forms of cancer." 11:11:42 A.M. - H.R. 4095 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:11:41 A.M. - H.R. 4095 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:59:25 A.M. - H.R. 4095 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4095. 10:59:24 A.M. - H.R. 4095 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:59:23 A.M. - H.R. 4095 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4095 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9727 Antioch Road in Overland Park, Kansas, as the "Congresswoman Jan Meyers Post Office Building"." 10:58:46 A.M. - H. Res. 708 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:58:45 A.M. - H. Res. 708 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 10:40:46 A.M. - H. Res. 708 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 708. 10:40:45 A.M. - H. Res. 708 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:40:44 A.M. - H. Res. 708 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 708 — "Congratulating Nancy Goodman Brinker for receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom." 10:40:43 A.M. - H.R. 3250 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 10:27:42 A.M. - H.R. 3250 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3250. 10:27:41 A.M. - H.R. 3250 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:27:40 A.M. - H.R. 3250 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3250 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1210 West Main Street in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Post Office Building"." 10:26:28 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:02:38 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. 10:02:32 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:30 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:53 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:47 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 21, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:41 EDT Yes 4:29:14 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 22, 2010. 4:29:13 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:29:12 P.M. - Ms. Markey (CO) moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:01:36 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:57:06 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 1:56:53 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, January 22, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 1:56:52 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, January 21, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 22, 2010. Agreed to without objection. 1:08:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:08:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:08:15 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 158 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 158 — "Expressing support for the designation of an Early Detection Month for breast cancer and all forms of cancer." 1:07:38 P.M. - H.R. 3250 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:07:37 P.M. - H.R. 3250 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 1:07:36 P.M. - H.R. 3250 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3250 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1210 West Main Street in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Post Office Building"." 1:06:54 P.M. - H.R. 730 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:06:53 P.M. - H.R. 730 On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 10 (Roll no. 16). 12:53:20 P.M. - H.R. 730 Considered as unfinished business. 12:52:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:52:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 1 (Roll no. 15). 12:44:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1021 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1021 — "Expressing condolences to and solidarity with the people of Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake of January 12, 2010." 12:43:18 P.M. - H.R. 1065 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:43:17 P.M. - H.R. 1065 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 262 - 147 (Roll no. 14). 12:35:29 P.M. - H.R. 1065 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1065 — "To resolve water rights claims of the White Mountain Apache Tribe in the State of Arizona, and for other purposes." 12:34:12 P.M. - H.R. 3342 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:34:11 P.M. - H.R. 3342 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 249 - 153 (Roll no. 13). 12:28:03 P.M. - H.R. 3342 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3342 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, to develop water infrastructure in the Rio Grande Basin, and to approve the settlement of the water rights claims of the Pueblos of Nambe, Pojoaque, San Ildefonso, and Tesuque." 12:27:02 P.M. - H.R. 3254 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:27:01 P.M. - H.R. 3254 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 254 - 158 (Roll no. 12). 11:57:31 A.M. - H.R. 3254 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3254 — "To approve the Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement, and for other purposes." 11:57:30 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on passage of H.R. 3254, H.R. 3342, H.R. 1065, and on motions to suspend the rules which were debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 11:56:31 A.M. - H.R. 1065 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 1065, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of passage until a time to be announced. 11:55:56 A.M. - H.R. 1065 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:38:08 A.M. - H.R. 1065 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1017, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1065. 11:37:46 A.M. - H.R. 1065 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3254, H.R. 3342 and H.R. 1065. Each bill is allowed 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered, in each instance, without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order, in each instance. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources, in each instance, 11:37:45 A.M. - H.R. 1065 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1017. H.R. 1065 — "To resolve water rights claims of the White Mountain Apache Tribe in the State of Arizona, and for other purposes." 11:37:44 A.M. - H.R. 3342 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3342, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of passage until a time to be announced. 11:36:49 A.M. - H.R. 3342 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:07:51 A.M. - H.R. 3342 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3342. 11:07:50 A.M. - H.R. 3342 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3254, H.R. 3342 and H.R. 1065. Each bill is allowed 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered, in each instance, without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order, in each instance. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources, in each instance, 11:07:49 A.M. - H.R. 3342 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1017. H.R. 3342 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, to develop water infrastructure in the Rio Grande Basin, and to approve the settlement of the water rights claims of the Pueblos of Nambe, Pojoaque, San Ildefonso, and Tesuque." 11:06:53 A.M. - H.R. 3254 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3254, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of passage until a time to be announced. 11:06:52 A.M. - H.R. 3254 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:35:21 A.M. - H.R. 3254 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1017, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3254. 10:35:20 A.M. - H.R. 3254 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3254, H.R. 3342 and H.R. 1065. Each bill is allowed 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered, in each instance, without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order, in each instance. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources, in each instance, 10:34:58 A.M. - H.R. 3254 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1017. H.R. 3254 — "To approve the Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement, and for other purposes." 10:08:31 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. 10:07:42 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 228. 10:06:06 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Kaptur to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:05:56 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:46 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:42 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 22, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:38 EDT Yes 10:05:15 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 26, 2010. 10:04:01 A.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 21, 2010, at 5:20 p.m.: That the Senate passed H.R. 4462. 10:03:20 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S.J. Res. 25. 10:02:59 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:25 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:01:24 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:54 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 26, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:34 EDT Yes 11:15:23 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 27, 2010. 11:15:22 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:15:21 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:27:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:26:09 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 2: himself for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, and Mr. Jones for 5 min. 7:17:19 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:16:14 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:16:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 2 (Roll no. 19). 7:08:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1003 — "Expressing support for the designation of January 10, 2010, through January 16, 2010, as National Influenza Vaccination Week." 7:07:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:07:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 0 (Roll no. 18). 7:01:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1011 — "Recognizing the importance of cervical health and of detecting cervical cancer during its earliest stages and supporting the goals and ideals of Cervical Health Awareness Month." 7:00:33 P.M. - H. Res. 990 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:00:32 P.M. - H. Res. 990 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 0 (Roll no. 17). 6:33:08 P.M. - H. Res. 990 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 990 — "Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Mentoring Month"." 6:32:05 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1024, which was ordered on Tuesday, January 26, 2010. 6:32:04 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. 6:31:00 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1038. 6:30:24 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 26. 3:45:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:42:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 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. 3:28:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1024. 3:28:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:28:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Mr. McDermott moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1024 — "Expressing support for designation of January as Poverty in America Awareness Month." 3:28:46 P.M. - S. 2949 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:28:45 P.M. - S. 2949 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:15:20 P.M. - S. 2949 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2949. 3:15:19 P.M. - S. 2949 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:15:18 P.M. - S. 2949 Mr. McDermott moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2949 — "To amend section 1113 of the Social Security Act to provide authority for increased fiscal year 2010 payments for temporary assistance to United States citizens returned from foreign countries, to provide necessary funding to avoid shortfalls in the Medicare cost-sharing program for low-income qualifying individuals, and for other purposes." 3:14:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 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. 3:03:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1003. 3:03:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:03:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1003 Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1003 — "Expressing support for the designation of January 10, 2010, through January 16, 2010, as National Influenza Vaccination Week." 3:03:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 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. 2:53:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1011. 2:53:11 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:53:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1011 Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1011 — "Recognizing the importance of cervical health and of detecting cervical cancer during its earliest stages and supporting the goals and ideals of Cervical Health Awareness Month." 2:52:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1029 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:52:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1029 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:43:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1029 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1029. 2:43:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1029 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:43:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1029 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1029 — "Expressing support for designation of the week of February 1 through February 5, 2010, as "National School Counseling Week"." 2:42:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1030 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:42:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1030 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:35:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1030 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1030. 2:35:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1030 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:35:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1030 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1030 — "Congratulating Messiah College men's and women's soccer teams on winning the 2009 NCAA Division III national championships." 2:35:56 P.M. - H. Res. 990 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. 2:26:16 P.M. - H. Res. 990 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 990. 2:26:15 P.M. - H. Res. 990 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:26:14 P.M. - H. Res. 990 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 990 — "Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Mentoring Month"." 2:25:47 P.M. - H. Res. 583 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:25:46 P.M. - H. Res. 583 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:14:43 P.M. - H. Res. 583 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 583. 2:14:42 P.M. - H. Res. 583 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:14:41 P.M. - H. Res. 583 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 583 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Lester Flatt has made an invaluable contribution to American art as both a songwriter and a performer, leaving an indelible legacy in bluegrass music." 2:13:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:13:47 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a report on matters related to support for the interdiction of aircraft engaged in illicit drug trafficking - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-89). 2:12:31 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 sealed envelope from the White House on Friday, January 22, 2010, at 2:53 p.m. containing a message from the President whereby he transmits consistent with Public Law 107-108 a report on matters related to support for the interdiction of aircraft engaged in illicit drug trafficking. 2:03:15 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:53 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Dingell to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:46 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Monsignor Stephen J. Rossetti, Catholic University of America 2:00:45 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 26. 12:51:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:48 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. 12:31:40 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 2949 and S. 2950. 12:30:58 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Rick Larsen to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:55 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 27, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:30 EDT Yes 10:28:31 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 29, 2010. 10:28:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:28:29 P.M. - Mr. Ryan (OH) moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:27:33 P.M. - Mr. Ryan (OH) moved that that the message of the President be referred to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and be ordered printed as a House document (H. Doc. 111-80). The motion was agreed to. 10:26:34 P.M. - The House was called to order. 10:26:33 P.M. - JOINT SESSION DISSOLVED - The Speaker declared the Joint Session of the two Houses dissolved. 8:36:56 P.M. - JOINT SESSION - The House convened in Joint Session with the Senate for the purpose of receiving an address from the President of the United States on the subject of the state of the Union. 8:35:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 27. 2:34:12 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 8:35 P.M. today at which time the House will meet in Joint Session with the Senate to receive an address from the President of the United States. 2:30:02 P.M. - JOHN C. STENNIS CENTER FOR PUBLIC SERVICE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT - Pursuant to section 114(b) of the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development Act (2 U.S.C. 1103), and the order of the House of January 6, 2009, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the JOHN C. STENNIS CENTER FOR PUBLIC SERVICE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT: Mr. Childers . 2:29:01 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, January 29, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 2:28:00 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, January 27, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12 p.m. on Friday, January 29, 2010. Agreed to without objection. 2:19:08 P.M. - Mr. Conyers filed a report from the Committee on Judiciary on H. Res. 994. 2:18:28 P.M. - Mr. Thompson (MS) filed a report from the Committee on Homeland Security (Select) on H. Res. 980. 2:17:42 P.M. - Mr. Reyes filed a report from the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent) on H. Res. 978. 2:17:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:17:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 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. 25). 2:10:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1020 — "Honoring the 95th anniversary of the signing of the Rocky Mountain National Park Act." 2:09:55 P.M. - H.R. 4508 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:09:54 P.M. - H.R. 4508 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 4 (Roll no. 24). 2:02:28 P.M. - H.R. 4508 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4508 — "To provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, and for other purposes." 2:02:27 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:02:26 P.M. - H.R. 3726 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 175 (Roll no. 23). 1:54:11 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3726 — "To establish the Castle Nugent National Historic Site at St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, and for other purposes." 1:53:49 P.M. - H.R. 4474 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:53:48 P.M. - H.R. 4474 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 415 - 0 (Roll no. 22). 1:26:23 P.M. - H.R. 4474 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4474 — "To authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 1:25:10 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on passage of H.R. 4474, H.R. 3726, and on motions to suspend the rules which were debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 1:24:46 P.M. - H.R. 3726 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3726, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings of Washington demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of passage until a time to be announced. 1:23:59 P.M. - H.R. 3726 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:47:24 P.M. - H.R. 3726 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3726. 12:47:23 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3726 and H.R. 4474. Each bill is allowed 1 hour of general debate. The previous question shall be considered as ordered, in each instance, without intervening motions except one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. 12:47:22 P.M. - H.R. 3726 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1038. H.R. 3726 — "To establish the Castle Nugent National Historic Site at St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, and for other purposes." 12:46:18 P.M. - H.R. 4474 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 4474, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings of Washington demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of passage until a time to be announced. 12:45:25 P.M. - H.R. 4474 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:33:38 P.M. - H.R. 4474 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4474. 12:33:37 P.M. - H.R. 4474 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3726 and H.R. 4474. Each bill is allowed 1 hour of general debate. The previous question shall be considered as ordered, in each instance, without intervening motions except one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. 12:33:36 P.M. - H.R. 4474 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1038. H.R. 4474 — "To authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 12:32:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 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. 12:22:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1020. 12:22:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:22:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1020 Mrs. Christensen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1020 — "Honoring the 95th anniversary of the signing of the Rocky Mountain National Park Act." 12:21:24 P.M. - H.R. 4508 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. 12:12:33 P.M. - H.R. 4508 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4508. 12:12:32 P.M. - H.R. 4508 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:12:31 P.M. - H.R. 4508 Ms. Velazquez moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4508 — "To provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, and for other purposes." 12:10:53 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:08:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:08:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 387 - 18 (Roll no. 21). 12:01:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1024 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1024 — "Expressing support for designation of January as Poverty in America Awareness Month." 12:01:09 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1024 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 12:00:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1038 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:00:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1038 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 174 (Roll no. 20). 11:32:06 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:40:56 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1038. 10:40:55 A.M. - H. Res. 1038 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1038 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3726) to establish the Castle Nugent National Historic Site at St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, and for other purposes; and for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4474) to authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 10:08:08 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. 10:06:19 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Shuster to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:06:18 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:04:36 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rabbi Gil Steinlauf, Congregation Adas Israel 10:04:35 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 29, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:27 EDT Yes 12:08:29 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on February 2, 2010. 12:06:50 P.M. - UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL - Pursuant to 36 U.S.C. 2302, and the order of the House of January 6, 2009, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the United States Holocaust Memorial Council: Mr. Waxman, Ms. Giffords, Mr. Klein, Mr. Latourette, and Mr. Cantor . 12:05:33 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. 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 Senate on Thursday, January 28, 2010, at 5:21 p.m. stating the Senate passed H.J. Res. 45 with an amendment. The Senate also agreed to S. Res. 397. 12:03:44 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 Senate on Friday, January 29, 2010, at 9:35 a.m. stating the Senate passed S. 2799, S. 2968, and H.R. 4508. 12:03:43 P.M. - The Speaker appointed the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions on this day. 12:02:16 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:15 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:50 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Dr. Alan Keiran, Office of the Senate Chaplain. 12:01:49 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:08 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 2, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:24 EDT Yes 9:45:32 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 3, 2010. 9:45:31 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:45:30 P.M. - Mr. Burgess moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:32:32 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:30:20 P.M. - Mr. Burton of IN requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 9: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:30:19 P.M. - Mr. Burton of IN requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 4: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, and himself for 5 min. 7:30:18 P.M. - Mr. Burton of IN requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 3: Mr. Deal of GA for 5 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, and himself for 5 min. 7:19:05 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:17:55 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the continuation of Executive Order 13396 of February 7, 2006, with respect to the situation in or in relation to Cote d'Ivoire is in effect beyond February7, 2010. - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-90). 7:16:02 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 Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 4:58 p.m., and said to contain a message from the President whereby he submitted a copy of a notice filed earlier with the Federal Register continuing the national emergency with respect to Cote d'Ivoire first declared by Executive Order 13396 of February 7, 2006. 7:15:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1050 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:15:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1050 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:15:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1050 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 1050 — "Providing amounts for further expenses of the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct in the One Hundred Eleventh Congress." 7:15:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1050 Ms. Lofgren, Zoe asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 7:14:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:14:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 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. 28). 7:07:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1014 — "Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of North American Inclusion Month." 7:07:48 P.M. - H. Res. 957 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:07:47 P.M. - H. Res. 957 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 391 - 1 (Roll no. 27). 6:58:40 P.M. - H. Res. 957 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 957 — "Honoring Jimmie Johnson, 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion." 6:58:39 P.M. - H.R. 4495 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:58:38 P.M. - H.R. 4495 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 390 - 0 (Roll no. 26). 6:31:00 P.M. - H.R. 4495 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4495 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 North Taylor Lane in Patagonia, Arizona, as the "Jim Kolbe Post Office"." 6:30:50 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. 1043, as amended, H. Res. 901, as amended, and H. Res. 1022, which were ordered on Tuesday, February 2, 2010. 6:30:49 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. 6:30:48 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1051. 6:30:47 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 2. 4:15:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:56:42 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting his Budget of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2011 - referred to the Committee on Appropriations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-82). 3:56:41 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 transmitted a sealed envelope received from the White House on Monday, February 1, 2010 at 2:47 p.m., containing a message from the President whereby he submits his Budget of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2011. 3:55:19 P.M. - The House received a communication from William Hanley, Projects Director, Office of Congressman Tim Holden. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Hanley notified the House that he had been served with an administrative subpoena issued by the Environmental Hearing Board of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for documents and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 3:55:18 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Tim Holden, Member of Congress. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Holden notified the House that he had been served with an administrative subpoena issued by the Environmental Hearing Board of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for documents and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 3:54:08 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Klein (FL) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:40:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1044. 3:40:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:40:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 Mr. Klein (FL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1044 — "Commemorating the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, a Nazi concentration and extermination camp, honoring the victims of the Holocaust, and expressing commitment to strengthen the fight against bigotry and intolerance." 3:39:18 P.M. - S. 2950 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Johnson (GA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:34:19 P.M. - S. 2950 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2950. 3:34:18 P.M. - S. 2950 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:34:17 P.M. - S. 2950 Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2950 — "To extend the pilot program for volunteer groups to obtain criminal history background checks." 3:33:55 P.M. - H. Res. 960 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Johnson (GA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:14:54 P.M. - H. Res. 960 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 960. 3:14:53 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Considered under suspension of the rules. H. Res. 960 — "Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise awareness and encourage prevention of stalking." 3:14:52 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 960 — "Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise awareness and encourage prevention of stalking." 3:13:01 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:56:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1022. 2:56:18 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:56:17 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1022 — "Honoring the life and sacrifice of Medgar Evers and congratulating the United States Navy for naming a supply ship after Medgar Evers." 2:55:01 P.M. - H. Res. 901 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. 2:42:40 P.M. - H. Res. 901 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 901. 2:42:39 P.M. - H. Res. 901 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:42:38 P.M. - H. Res. 901 Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 901 — "Recognizing November 14, 2009, as the 49th anniversary of the first day of integrated schools in New Orleans, Louisiana." 2:41:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 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. 2:34:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1043. 2:34:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1043 — "Recognizing Brescia University for 60 years of leadership in higher education." 2:33:06 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:27:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1014. 2:27:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:27:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1014 Mr. Towns moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1014 — "Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of North American Inclusion Month." 2:26:38 P.M. - H. Res. 957 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. 2:17:14 P.M. - H. Res. 957 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 957. 2:17:13 P.M. - H. Res. 957 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:17:12 P.M. - H. Res. 957 Mr. Towns moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 957 — "Honoring Jimmie Johnson, 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion." 2:16:33 P.M. - H.R. 4495 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. 2:11:37 P.M. - H.R. 4495 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4495. 2:11:36 P.M. - H.R. 4495 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:35 P.M. - H.R. 4495 Mr. Towns moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4495 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 North Taylor Lane in Patagonia, Arizona, as the "Jim Kolbe Post Office"." 2:10:27 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:01:45 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:44 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Luetkemeyer to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:43 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:42 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:01 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 2. 12:38:20 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:52 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. 12:31:48 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Gwen Moore to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:49 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 3, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:19 EDT Yes 8:39:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 4, 2010. 8:39:56 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:39:55 P.M. - Mr. Hoekstra moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:59:51 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:57:42 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 10: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 4:57:41 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 9: Mr. Cassidy for 5 min and Mr. Shimkus for 5 min. 4:57:40 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Gohmert be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 4. 4:48:48 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:48:47 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1022, which was ordered on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, and the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4532, which was ordered on Wednesday, February 3, 2010. 4:47:36 P.M. - Mr. McGovern filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1065. 4:46:46 P.M. - H.R. 4061 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 4061 as unfinished business. 4:46:45 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to without objection. 4:46:44 P.M. - H.R. 4061 Mr. McGovern moved that the Committee rise. 4:45:56 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Connolly (VA) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 417 - 4 (Roll no. 38). 4:37:56 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Cuellar amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 416 - 4 (Roll no. 37). 4:30:54 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Dahlkemper amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 419 - 3 (Roll no. 36). 4:22:27 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 396 - 31 (Roll no. 35). 4:11:17 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Hastings (FL) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 417 - 5 (Roll no. 34). 3:44:39 P.M. - H.R. 4061 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:43:38 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Heinrich amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:38:30 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Heinrich amendment. 3:38:29 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Heinrich, numbered 25 printed in House Report 111-410 to allow national laboratories to be included as stakeholders in the Cybersecurity Strategic Research and Development Plan. 3:37:59 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Owens amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Owens demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:35:09 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Owens amendment. 3:35:08 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Owens, numbered 24 printed in House Report 111-410 to require the Cybersecurity Strategic Research and Development plan to include a component on technologies to secure sensitive information shared among Federal agencies. 3:34:24 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Lipinski amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:31:07 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Lipinski amendment. 3:31:06 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Lipinski, numbered 23 printed in House Report 111-410 to direct the Comptroller General to submit a report examining weaknesses within the current cybersecurity infrastructure. 3:30:15 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Kratovil amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:25:25 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kratovil amendment. 3:25:24 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kratovil, numbered 22 printed in House Report 111-410 to instruct the Director of the National Science Foundation to establish, on a merit-reviewed and competitive basis, a National Center of Excellence for Cybersecurity as part of the Networking and Information Technology and Research Development Program. 3:24:00 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kissell amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Kissell demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:21:10 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kissell amendment. 3:21:09 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kissell, numbered 21 printed in House Report 111-410 to instruct the National Science Foundation Director to include language in its Computer and Network Security Capacity Building Grants mission statement highlighting importance of curriculum on the principles and techniques of designing secure software. 3:20:29 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kilroy amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Kilroy demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:16:17 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kilroy amendment. 3:16:16 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Ms. Kilroy, numbered 20 printed in House Report 111-410 to amend the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service program to include support for outreach activities that will improve the recruitment of high school and community college students into cybersecurity-related fields. 3:15:20 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Halvorson amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Halvorson demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:09:26 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Halvorson amendment. 3:09:25 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Halvorson, numbered 19 printed in House Report 111-410 to add veteran status as an additional item for consideration when selecting individuals for the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service. 3:08:50 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Connolly amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Connolly demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:03:47 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Connolly amendment. 3:03:46 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Connolly (VA), numbered 18 printed in House Report 111-410 to emphasize that promotion of cybersecurity education also must include "children and young adults" along with the other targeted audiences. 3:02:18 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Bright amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:58:36 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bright amendment. 2:58:35 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bright, numbered 17 printed in House Report 111-410 to require a National Academy of Sciences study on the role of community colleges in cybersecurity education. The study would also identify best practices related to cybersecurity education between community colleges and four-year educational institutions. 2:57:08 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Clarke amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:51:17 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Clarke amendment. 2:51:16 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Ms. Clarke, numbered 16 printed in House Report 111-410 to enhance the existing cybersecurity workforce assessment by including contractors. 2:50:51 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Shea-Porter amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:46:04 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Shea-Porter amendment. 2:46:03 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Ms. Shea-Porter, numbered 15 printed in House Report 111-410 to extend the service obligation for recipients of cybersecurity scholarships or fellowships on a sliding scale depending on the degree program. 2:45:27 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Cuellar amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Cuellar demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:40:28 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cuellar amendment. 2:40:27 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cuellar, numbered 14 printed in House Report 111-410 to add to the Cybersecurity Strategic Research and Development plan a requirement to determine how to strengthen all levels of cybersecurity education and training programs to secure an adequate, well-trained workforce. 2:39:58 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Sanchez, Loretta amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:35:24 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Loretta Sanchez amendment. 2:35:23 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sanchez, Loretta, numbered 13 printed in House Report 111-410 to facilitate access to realistic threats and vulnerabilities for academic researchers during the development of the strategic plan in section 103 Cybersecurity Strategic Research and Development Program. The amendment also amends section 108 Cybersecurity University-Industry Task Force to propose guidelines for the sharing of lessons learned of the effectiveness of new technologies from the private sector to the public sector. 2:34:59 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Langevin amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 2:29:38 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Langevin amendment. 2:29:37 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Langevin, numbered 12 printed in House Report 111-410 to direct the Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment to examine expanding temporary assignments of private sector cybersecurity professionals to Federal agencies. 2:28:25 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Sanchez, Loretta amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:26:24 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Loretta Sanchez amendment. 2:26:23 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sanchez, Loretta, numbered 11 printed in House Report 111-410 to add "job security clearance and suitability requirements" to the issues that are to be considered in the cybersecurity workforce assessment. 2:25:46 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the McCarthy (NY) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:21:28 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McCarthy of New York amendment. 2:21:27 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mrs. McCarthy (NY), numbered 10 printed in House Report 111-410 to emphasize that cybersecurity awareness and education efforts focus on novice computer users, young and elderly populations, low-income populations, and populations in areas of planned broadband expansion or deployment. 2:20:13 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Garamendi amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:16:18 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garamendi amendment. 2:16:17 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Garamendi, numbered 9 printed in House Report 111-410 to provide for regional workshops as part of the Cybersecurity Awareness and Education program. 2:15:41 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Dahlkemper amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Dahlkemper demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:11:17 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Dahlkemper amendment. 2:11:16 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Dahlkemper, numbered 8 printed in House Report 111-410 to allow collaboration between and among community colleges, universities, and Manufacturing Extension Partnership Centers as an additional use for the Computer and Network Security Capacity Building Grants under the Cyber Security Research and Development Act. 2:10:00 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Paulsen amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:07:57 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Paulsen amendment. 2:07:56 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Paulsen, numbered 7 printed in House Report 111-410 to include international cooperation where appropriate as part of the Cybersecurity Strategic Research and Development Plan. 2:06:35 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Edwards (MD) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:02:53 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Edwards of Maryland amendment. 2:02:52 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Ms. Edwards (MD), numbered 6 printed in House Report 111-410 to direct NIST to work in cooperation with State, Federal, and private sector partners to develop a framework that States may follow in order to achieve effective cybersecurity practices in a timely and cost effective manner. 2:01:29 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Roskam amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:59:02 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Roskam amendment. 1:59:01 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Roskam, numbered 5 printed in House Report 111-410 to strengthen the involvement of community colleges in the development and implementation of a national cybersecurity strategy. 1:58:50 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 1:55:33 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson amendment. 1:55:32 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Matheson, numbered 4 printed in House Report 111-410 to require the National Science Foundation to study ways to improve detection, investigation, and prosecution of cyber crimes including piracy of intellectual property, crimes against children, and organized crime. 1:54:36 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Gordon demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:46:55 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment. 1:46:54 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 3 printed in House Report 111-410 to prohibit the earmarking of funds authorized for grants in the bill. 1:46:53 P.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Gordon (TN) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:44:30 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Gordon amendment. 1:44:29 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Gordon (TN), numbered 2 printed in House Report 111-410 to allow participants in the Federal Cyber Scholarship for Service program to seek out opportunities for internships, or other meaningful appointments, in the private sector. 1:43:22 P.M. - H.R. 4061 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment, the Chair put the question of adoption on the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (FL) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 1:36:51 P.M. - H.R. 4061 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1051, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment. 1:36:50 P.M. - H.R. 4061 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (FL), numbered 1 printed in House Report 111-410 to address the lack of minority representation in the cybersecurity industry including women and African-Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans. The amendment adds language in Sec. 107 to describe how successful programs are engaging said minorities and in Sec. 108 to include minority-serving institutions on the Cybersecurity University-Industry Task Force. 12:52:43 P.M. - H.R. 4061 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 4061. 12:52:42 P.M. - H.R. 4061 The Speaker designated the Honorable Betty McCollum to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 12:52:41 P.M. - H.R. 4061 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1051 and Rule XVIII. 12:51:21 P.M. - H.R. 4061 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4061 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. 12:51:20 P.M. - H.R. 4061 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1051. H.R. 4061 — "To advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards, and for other purposes." 12:50:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 12:50:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:50:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 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. 33). 12:43:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1044 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1044 — "Commemorating the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, a Nazi concentration and extermination camp, honoring the victims of the Holocaust, and expressing commitment to strengthen the fight against bigotry and intolerance." 12:43:46 P.M. - H. Res. 901 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:43:45 P.M. - H. Res. 901 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 32). 12:36:27 P.M. - H. Res. 901 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 901 — "Recognizing November 14, 2009, as the 49th anniversary of the first day of integrated schools in New Orleans, Louisiana." 12:36:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:36:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 0 (Roll no. 31). 12:29:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1043 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1043 — "Recognizing Brescia University for 60 years of leadership in higher education." 12:27:18 P.M. - H. Res. 1051 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:27:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1051 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 176 (Roll no. 30). 12:18:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1051 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 175 (Roll no. 29). 11:10:43 A.M. - H. Res. 1051 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1051. 11:10:42 A.M. - H. Res. 1051 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1051 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4061) to advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards, and for other purposes." 11:06:13 A.M. - H.R. 4532 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. 10:58:19 A.M. - H.R. 4532 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4532. 10:58:18 A.M. - H.R. 4532 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:58:17 A.M. - H.R. 4532 Mr. Tanner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4532 — "To provide for permanent extension of the attorney fee withholding procedures under title II of the Social Security Act to title XVI of such Act, and to provide for permanent extension of such procedures under titles II and XVI of such Act to qualified non-attorney representatives." 10:57:31 A.M. - H.R. 2843 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 10:57:30 A.M. - H.R. 2843 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:57:29 A.M. - H.R. 2843 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 10:45:48 A.M. - H.R. 2843 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2843. 10:45:47 A.M. - H.R. 2843 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:45:46 A.M. - H.R. 2843 Ms. Wasserman Schultz moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2843 — "To provide for the joint appointment of the Architect of the Capitol by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the President pro tempore of the Senate, the Majority and Minority Leaders of the House of Representatives and Senate, and the chairs and ranking minority members of the committees of Congress with jurisdiction over the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, and for other purposes." 10:44:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 10:06:57 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. 10:06:51 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Driehaus to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:06:49 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:05:41 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Bertrain Bailey, St. John Missionary Baptist Church 10:04:59 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 4, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:16 EDT Yes 4:48:44 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 5, 2010. 4:48:43 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:48:42 P.M. - Mr. Wolf moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:03:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:03:58 P.M. - Mr. McHenry requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 11: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min and Mr. Jones for 5 min. 3:57:56 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 3:53:27 P.M. - Mr. Andrews asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, February 5, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 3:51:25 P.M. - S. 2950 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:51:24 P.M. - S. 2950 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:51:23 P.M. - S. 2950 Considered as unfinished business. S. 2950 — "To extend the pilot program for volunteer groups to obtain criminal history background checks." 3:50:46 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:50:45 P.M. - H. Res. 960 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:50:44 P.M. - H. Res. 960 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 960 — "Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise awareness and encourage prevention of stalking." 3:50:43 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. 3:49:23 P.M. - H.J. Res. 45 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:49:22 P.M. - H.J. Res. 45 On motion to adopt the second portion of the divided question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 48). 3:23:21 P.M. - H.J. Res. 45 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:05:35 P.M. - H.J. Res. 45 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 1 hour of debate on the second portion of the divided question. The second portion consists of Title I and II of the Senate amendment to H.J. Res. 45. 2:04:50 P.M. - H.J. Res. 45 Mr. Hoyer moved that the House adopt the second portion of the divided question. 2:03:51 P.M. - H.J. Res. 45 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1065, the portion of the Senate amendment prior to Title I is considered as agreed to. 2:01:47 P.M. - H.R. 4532 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:01:46 P.M. - H.R. 4532 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 6 (Roll no. 47). 1:51:41 P.M. - H.R. 4532 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4532 — "To provide for permanent extension of the attorney fee withholding procedures under title II of the Social Security Act to title XVI of such Act, and to provide for permanent extension of such procedures under titles II and XVI of such Act to qualified non-attorney representatives." 1:51:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:51:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 212 (Roll no. 46). 1:32:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 195 (Roll no. 45). 1:21:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1065 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) increasing the statutory limit on the public debt." 1:20:55 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 1065 and on a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:20:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:20:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 426 - 0 (Roll no. 44). 12:54:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1022 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1022 — "Honoring the life and sacrifice of Medgar Evers and congratulating the United States Navy for naming a supply ship after Medgar Evers." 12:52:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1065 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. Sessions demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 11:37:18 A.M. - H. Res. 1065 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1065. 11:35:43 A.M. - H. Res. 1065 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1065 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) increasing the statutory limit on the public debt." 11:35:42 A.M. - H.R. 4061 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. 4061. 11:35:41 A.M. - H.R. 4061 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:35:40 A.M. - H.R. 4061 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 422 - 5 (Roll no. 43). 11:16:19 A.M. - H.R. 4061 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. 11:16:18 A.M. - H.R. 4061 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:15:56 A.M. - H.R. 4061 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 4061. 11:15:55 A.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Owens amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 430 - 0 (Roll no. 42). 11:06:19 A.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Kissell amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 423 - 6 (Roll no. 41). 10:58:19 A.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Kilroy amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 419 - 4 (Roll no. 40). 10:49:48 A.M. - H.R. 4061 On agreeing to the Halvorson amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 424 - 0 (Roll no. 39). 10:16:14 A.M. - H.R. 4061 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 were postponed. 10:15:48 A.M. - H.R. 4061 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:15:47 A.M. - H.R. 4061 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4061 — "To advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards, and for other purposes." 10:03:20 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to five per side of the aisle. 10:02:58 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:57 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:57 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Andrew Walton, Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church 10:00:51 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tammy Baldwin to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:46 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 5, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:13 EDT Yes 9:05:34 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 February 9, 2010. 9:03:48 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:33 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:22 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:01:21 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:45 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 9, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:10 EDT Yes 2:11:24 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on February 12, 2010, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its adoption of H. Con. Res. 235, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution. 2:11:23 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:11:22 P.M. - Mr. Larsen (WA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:09:02 P.M. - Mr. Larsen (WA) asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 12, 2010, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its concurrence in H. Con. Res. 235, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution. Agreed to without objection. 2:08:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 235 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:08:47 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 235 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:06:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 235 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 235 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 2:06:35 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Larsen of WA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:05:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:03:45 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Chaplain Phillip Lee, Marine Forces Reserve, New Orleans, Louisiana. 2:00:41 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 9. 12:41:46 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:30:48 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:30:44 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards 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 FEBRUARY 22, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:06 EDT Yes 10:12:10 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Res. 1084. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on February 23, 2010. 10:12:09 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:12:08 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:36:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:35:25 P.M. - Mr. Thompson of PA requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 26: Mr. Burton of IN for 2 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 2 min, and Mr. Jones for 2 min. 7:34:23 P.M. - Mr. Thompson of PA requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 25: Mr. Moran of KS for 2 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 2 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 2 min, Mr. Jones for 2 min, Mr. Inglis for 2 min, Mr. Paul for 2 min, and Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 2 min. 7:33:23 P.M. - Mr. Thompson of PA requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 24: Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Inglis for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, and Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min. 7:32:27 P.M. - Mr. Thompson of PA requested the following general leaves to address the House on February 23: Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Inglis for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, and Mr. Shimkus for 5 min. 7:31:07 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO ATTEND THE FUNERAL OF THE LATE HONORABLE JOHN P. MURTHA - the Speaker appointed Mr. Kanjorski, Ms. Pelosi, Mr. Holden, Mr. Doyle, Mr. Fattah, Mr. Pitts, Mr. Brady (PA), Mr. Platts, Mr. Shuster, Mr. Gerlach, Mr. Tim Murphy, Mr. Dent, Ms. Schwartz, Mr. Altmire, Mr. Carney, Mr. Patrick Murphy, Mr. Sestak, Mrs. Dahlkemper, Mr. Thompson (PA), Mr. Larson (CT), Mr. Becerra, Mr. Crowley, Ms. Wasserman Schultz, Mr. Rangel, Mr. Dicks, Ms. Kaptur, Mr. Levin, Mr. Mollohan, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. Taylor, Mr. Andrews, Mr. Moran (VA), Mr. Bishop (GA), Ms. Corrine Brown (FL), Ms. Eshoo, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Berry, Ms. Kilpatrick, Mr. Kucinich, Mrs. McCarthy (NY), Mr. Pascrell, Mr. Reyes, Mr. Rothman, Mr. Capuano, Mr. Holt, Mr. Weiner, Mr. Ryan (OH), Ms. Matsui, Mr. Cohen, and Mr. Courtney . 7:31:06 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:30:06 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the passing of the gentleman from Pennsylvania, Mr. Murtha, the whole number of the House is 433. 7:30:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:29:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 7:29:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 The previous question was ordered without objection. 7:21:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1084. 7:20:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1084 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1084 — "Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable John P. Murtha, a Representative from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania." 7:19:47 P.M. - H.R. 4238 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:19:46 P.M. - H.R. 4238 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 331 - 0 (Roll no. 50). 7:08:38 P.M. - H.R. 4238 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4238 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 930 39th Avenue in Greeley, Colorado, as the "W.D. Farr Post Office Building"." 7:04:48 P.M. - H.R. 4425 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:04:47 P.M. - H.R. 4425 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 330 - 0 (Roll no. 49). 6:31:09 P.M. - H.R. 4425 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4425 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2-116th Street in North Troy, New York, as the "Martin G. 'Marty' Mahar Post Office"." 6:31:08 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. 6:30:45 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1083. 6:30:44 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 22. 3:07:16 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:05:01 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification regarding the 2010 Economic Report - referred to the Joint Economic Committee and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-81). 3:04:00 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 notified the House that she had the honor to transmit a sealed envelope received from the White House on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 5:08 p.m., and said to contain a message from the President whereby he submits the 2010 Economic Report of the President. 3:03:01 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:55:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1046. 2:55:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:55:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1046 — "Recognizing the significance of Black History Month." 2:55:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:48:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1039. 2:48:06 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:48:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1039 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day." 2:47:46 P.M. - H. Res. 526 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:47:45 P.M. - H. Res. 526 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:47:44 P.M. - H. Res. 526 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:31:33 P.M. - H. Res. 526 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 526. 2:31:32 P.M. - H. Res. 526 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:31:31 P.M. - H. Res. 526 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 526 — "Recognizing the 70th anniversary of John Mercer Langston Golf Course." 2:31:30 P.M. - H.R. 4238 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:22:49 P.M. - H.R. 4238 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4238. 2:22:48 P.M. - H.R. 4238 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:22:47 P.M. - H.R. 4238 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4238 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 930 39th Avenue in Greeley, Colorado, as the "W.D. Farr Post Office Building"." 2:22:46 P.M. - H.R. 4425 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. 2:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 4425 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4425. 2:11:29 P.M. - H.R. 4425 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:28 P.M. - H.R. 4425 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4425 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2-116th Street in North Troy, New York, as the "Martin G. 'Marty' Mahar Post Office"." 2:10:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:04:49 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:13 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Abercrombie wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 6:00 p.m. on February 28, 2010. 2:03:11 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 2917. 2:03:10 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 11, 2010 at 7:01 p.m.: That the Senate passed S. 2917, and agreed to S. Res. 413 and H. Con. Res. 235. 2:02:42 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Tonko to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:41 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:02:38 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:01:46 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jackie Speier to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:40 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 23, 2010 111TH 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 12:23:02 EDT Yes 11:48:10 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 24, 2010. 11:48:09 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:48:08 P.M. - Mr. Perriello moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:05:47 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 9:04:59 P.M. - Mr. Shimkus requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 2: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 9:04:58 P.M. - Mr. Shimkus requested that Mr. Turner be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on February 26. 8:53:42 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:53:41 P.M. - H.R. 2314 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:53:40 P.M. - H.R. 2314 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 245 - 164 (Roll no. 59). 8:33:14 P.M. - H.R. 2314 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 8:33:13 P.M. - H.R. 2314 On agreeing to the Abercrombie amendment; Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 245 - 164 (Roll no. 58). 8:27:13 P.M. - H.R. 2314 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 177 - 233 (Roll no. 57). 8:17:21 P.M. - H.R. 2314 On agreeing to the Hastings (WA) amendment; Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 163 - 241 (Roll no. 56). 7:52:51 P.M. - H.R. 2314 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that proceedings would now resume on amendments debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 7:51:50 P.M. - H.R. 2314 POSTPONED VOTE - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 7:40:53 P.M. - H.R. 2314 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1083, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment to the Abercrombie amendment in the nature of a substitute. 7:40:52 P.M. - H.R. 2314 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake to the Abercrombie amendment (A001), numbered 2 printed in part B of House Report 111-413 to the Abercrombie amendment to state that nothing in the Act shall relieve a Native Hawaiian governing authority from complying with the equal protection clause of the 14th amendment to the United States Constitution. 7:39:36 P.M. - H.R. 2314 POSTPONED VOTE - At the conclusion of debate on the Hastings (WA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (WA) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 7:28:09 P.M. - H.R. 2314 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1083, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (WA) amendment to the Abercrombie amendment in the nature of a substitute. 7:28:08 P.M. - H.R. 2314 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (WA) to the Abercrombie amendment (A001), numbered 1 printed in part B of House Report 111-413, to the amendment offered by Mr. Abercrombie to require that the voters of Hawaii approve the governing documents for the Native Hawaiian governing entity before federal recognition becomes operative. 6:52:59 P.M. - H.R. 2314 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1083, the House proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Abercrombie amendment in the nature of a substitute. 6:52:58 P.M. - H.R. 2314 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Abercrombie, numbered 1 printed in part A of House Report 111-413 which addresses several issues raised by the Attorney General of the State of Hawaii and others. In particular the amendment clarifies the definition of "Native Hawaiian" to ensure that the Native Hawaiian governing entity is a distinctly native community. While recognizing and affirming the sovereign immunity of the Native Hawaiian governing entity, the amendment expressly states the Act does not alter the sovereign immunity of the United States or the State of Hawaii allowing for negotiations. The amendment further clarifies that, pending negotiations and subsequent implementation legislation the following will occur: there will be no "Indian Country" within Hawaii; the United States will not take land into trust, nor restrict alienability of land owned by the Native Hawaiian governing entity; the governing entity may not exercise certain powers and authorities such as jurisdiction over non Native Hawaiian individuals without their consent; and the State of Hawaii will retain regulatory and taxation authority over Native Hawaiians and the Native Hawaiian governing entity. 6:51:48 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1098. 5:42:56 P.M. - H.R. 2314 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 2314. 5:42:55 P.M. - H.R. 2314 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2314 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. 5:42:54 P.M. - H.R. 2314 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1083. H.R. 2314 — "To express the policy of the United States regarding the United States relationship with Native Hawaiians and to provide a process for the recognition by the United States of the Native Hawaiian governing entity." 5:40:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:40:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 55). 5:33:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1046 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1046 — "Recognizing the significance of Black History Month." 5:23:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:23:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 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. 54). 5:14:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1039 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1039 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day." 5:14:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 5:14:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:14:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 0 (Roll no. 53). 5:06:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1059 — "Honoring the heroism of the seven United States Agency for International Development and Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance supported urban search and rescue teams deployed to Haiti from New York City, New York, Fairfax County, Virginia, Los Angeles County, California, Miami, Florida, Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Virginia Beach, Virginia, and commending their dedication and assistance in the aftermath of the January 12, 2010 Haitian earthquake." 5:06:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:06:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 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. 52). 4:58:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1066 — "Recognizing the bravery and efforts of the United States Armed Forces, local first responders, and other members of Operation Unified Response for their swift and coordinated action in light of the devastation wrought upon the nation of Haiti after a horrific 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Port-Au-Prince and surrounding cities on January 12, 2010." 4:58:14 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:57:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1083 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:57:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1083 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 165 (Roll no. 51). 4:29:03 P.M. - H. Res. 1083 The previous question was ordered without objection. 4:11:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1083 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1083. 4:11:01 P.M. - H. Res. 1083 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1083 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2314) to express the policy of the United States regarding the United States relationship with Native Hawaiians and to provide a process for the recognition by the United States of the Native Hawaiian governing entity." 4:10:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification stating that the national emergency is to continue with respect to the Government of Cuba's destruction of two unarmed U.S. registered civilian aircraft - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-94). 4:09:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 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. 4:01:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1085. 4:01:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 Ms. Brown, Corrine moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1085 — "Honoring and celebrating the contributions of African-Americans to the transportation and infrastructure of the United States." 4:00:36 P.M. - H. Res. 274 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:00:35 P.M. - H. Res. 274 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:49:25 P.M. - H. Res. 274 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:49:24 P.M. - H. Res. 274 Ms. Castor (FL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 274 — "Expressing support for designation of March as National Nutrition Month." 3:49:23 P.M. - H. Res. 274 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 274. 3:47:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Scott (VA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:39:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 227. 3:39:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:39:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 227 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Urban Crimes Awareness Week." 3:39:55 P.M. - H.R. 3695 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:39:54 P.M. - H.R. 3695 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:20:23 P.M. - H.R. 3695 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3695. 3:20:22 P.M. - H.R. 3695 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:20:21 P.M. - H.R. 3695 Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3695 — "To authorize funding for, and increase accessibility to, the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, to facilitate data sharing between such system and the National Crime Information Center database of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to provide incentive grants to help facilitate reporting to such systems, and for other purposes." 3:19:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1048 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:19:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1048 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:59:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1048 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1048. 2:59:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1048 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:59:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1048 Mr. McMahon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1048 — "Commending the efforts and honoring the work of the men and women of USNS Comfort and the United States Navy in the immediate response to those affected by the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010." 2:58:57 P.M. - H. Res. 944 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. McMahon objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:39:37 P.M. - H. Res. 944 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 944. 2:39:36 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:39:35 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Mr. McMahon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 944 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on religious minorities in Iraq." 2:38:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 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. 2:25:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1074. 2:24:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:24:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 Mr. McMahon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1074 — "Honoring the life of Miep Gies, who aided Anne Frank's family while they were in hiding and preserved her diary for future generations." 2:23:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 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. 2:14:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1059. 2:14:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:14:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1059 Mr. McMahon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1059 — "Honoring the heroism of the seven United States Agency for International Development and Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance supported urban search and rescue teams deployed to Haiti from New York City, New York, Fairfax County, Virginia, Los Angeles County, California, Miami, Florida, Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Virginia Beach, Virginia, and commending their dedication and assistance in the aftermath of the January 12, 2010 Haitian earthquake." 2:14:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 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. 1:52:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1066. 1:52:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:52:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1066 Mr. Skelton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1066 — "Recognizing the bravery and efforts of the United States Armed Forces, local first responders, and other members of Operation Unified Response for their swift and coordinated action in light of the devastation wrought upon the nation of Haiti after a horrific 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Port-Au-Prince and surrounding cities on January 12, 2010." 1:51:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 12:06:22 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches. 12:05:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1095 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:05:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1095 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:05:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1095 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1095 — "Electing a minority member to a standing committee." 12:02:36 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:02:34 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Walden . Mr. Walden submitted his resignation from the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resignation was accepted without objection. 12:01:14 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. of CA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:13 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:52 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Alan Keiran, Office of the United States Senate Chaplain 12:00:51 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 23. 10:51:15 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:32:16 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:31:49 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4532. 10:31:42 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Paul D. Tonko to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:43 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 24, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:59 EDT Yes 9:45:10 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 25, 2010. 9:45:09 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:45:08 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:41:02 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House continued with further Special Order speeches. 7:40:02 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 3961 amended. 7:40:01 P.M. - Mr. Arcuri filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1105. 4:30:24 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:29:17 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 3: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 4:23:15 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:21:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 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. 4:06:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 238. 4:06:20 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:06:19 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 238 — "Recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation." 4:05:49 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 4:05:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:05:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 0 (Roll no. 65). 3:55:18 P.M. - H. Res. 1085 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1085 — "Honoring and celebrating the contributions of African-Americans to the transportation and infrastructure of the United States." 3:54:07 P.M. - H.R. 4626 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:54:06 P.M. - H.R. 4626 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 406 - 19 (Roll no. 64). 3:45:17 P.M. - H.R. 4626 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 170 - 249 (Roll no. 63). 3:17:36 P.M. - H.R. 4626 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 3:10:10 P.M. - H.R. 4626 WORDS TAKEN DOWN - Twice during the course of debate, exception was taken to certain words used and a demand was made to have words taken down. Mr. Weiner asked unanimous consent to withdraw the words. Without objection the words were withdrawn. The House resumed debate on H.R. 4626. 3:00:23 P.M. - H.R. 4626 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Smith (TX) 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 to the McCarran-Ferguson Act and an amendment adding a new section at the end of the bill entitled "GAO REPORT". 2:59:40 P.M. - H.R. 4626 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to recommit with instructions to Judiciary. 2:59:39 P.M. - H.R. 4626 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:34:41 P.M. - H.R. 4626 DEBATE - The House proceeded with two hours of debate on H.R. 4626. 12:34:40 P.M. - H.R. 4626 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4626 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. 12:34:39 P.M. - H.R. 4626 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1098. H.R. 4626 — "To restore the application of the Federal antitrust laws to the business of health insurance to protect competition and consumers." 12:32:15 P.M. - H. Res. 944 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 12:32:14 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:32:13 P.M. - H. Res. 944 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 415 - 3 (Roll no. 62). 12:24:24 P.M. - H. Res. 944 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 944 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on religious minorities in Iraq." 12:24:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:24:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 61). 12:16:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1074 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1074 — "Honoring the life of Miep Gies, who aided Anne Frank's family while they were in hiding and preserved her diary for future generations." 12:16:04 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which were considered earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 12:15:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1098 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:15:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1098 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 181 (Roll no. 60). 11:47:59 A.M. - H. Res. 1098 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:40:48 A.M. - H. Res. 1098 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1098. 10:40:47 A.M. - H. Res. 1098 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1098 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4626) to restore the application of the Federal antitrust laws to the business of health insurance to protect competition and consumers." 10:09:36 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. 10:09:34 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 30. 10:08:47 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Christensen to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:08:44 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:07:40 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:06:51 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 25, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:55 EDT Yes 11:14:10 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 26, 2010. 11:14:09 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:14:08 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:15:02 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House continued with further Special Order speeches. 9:15:01 P.M. - Mr. Arcuri filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1113. 7:52:07 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:51:47 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 4: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:48:38 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate concurred in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 2847 with an amendment. 7:48:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:48:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 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. 68). 7:26:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 227 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 227 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Urban Crimes Awareness Week." 7:26:11 P.M. - H.R. 3961 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:26:10 P.M. - H.R. 3961 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 315 - 97 (Roll no. 67). 6:37:27 P.M. - H.R. 3961 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on concurring in the Senate amendments and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Posey objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XX, the yeas and nays were ordered. 6:36:40 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the motion to concur in the Senate amendments to H.R. 3961, which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 6:36:39 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 25. 5:41:53 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 5:39:38 P.M. - H.R. 4691 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:39:37 P.M. - H.R. 4691 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 5:25:32 P.M. - H.R. 4691 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4691. 5:25:31 P.M. - H.R. 4691 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:25:30 P.M. - H.R. 4691 Mr. McDermott moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4691 — "To provide a temporary extension of certain programs, and for other purposes." 5:24:42 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 5:23:59 P.M. - H.R. 3961 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, the Chair postponed further proceedings on the Conyers motion to concur in the Senate amendments to H.R. 3961 until later in the legislative day. 5:23:58 P.M. - H.R. 3961 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:28:55 P.M. - H.R. 3961 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Conyers motion to agree to the Senate amendments to H.R. 3961. 4:26:59 P.M. - H.R. 3961 Mr. Conyers moved that the House agree to the Senate amendments. 4:25:00 P.M. - H.R. 3961 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1109, Mr. Conyers took from the Speaker's table H.R. 3961 with the Senate amendments thereto, and was recognized for a motion. 4:24:08 P.M. - H.R. 2701 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2701 as unfinished business. 4:23:55 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On motion that the Committee rise. Agreed to by voice vote. 4:23:54 P.M. - H.R. 2701 Mr. Reyes moved that the Committee rise. 4:22:05 P.M. - H.R. 2701 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Schauer amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Schauer demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:11:51 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schauer amendment. 4:11:50 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Schauer, numbered 12 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the DNI to investigate and report to Congress regarding the attempted terrorist attack on Northwest flight 253 and measures the intelligence community has taken or will take to prevent any intelligence failures within or between elements of the U.S. intelligence community. 4:10:28 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Walz amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:05:29 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Walz amendment. 4:05:28 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walz, numbered 11 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the intelligence community ("IC") to take actions to educate security clearance adjudicators on the nature of post-traumatic stress disorder in combat veterans as each IC component sees fit. 4:04:01 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Castle amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:59:34 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Castle amendment. 3:59:33 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Castle, numbered 10 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the President, acting through the Treasury Secretary, to submit to Congress the report required under section 6303(a) of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (Public Law 108-458). 3:58:53 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Holt amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:52:36 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Holt amendment. 3:52:35 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 9 printed in House Report 111-419 to direct the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community to review available intelligence, including raw and unfinished intelligence, to determine if there is any credible evidence of a connection between a foreign entity and the attacks on the United States in 2001 involving anthrax. 3:52:34 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Burton (IN) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:41:44 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Burton amendment. 3:41:43 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Burton (IN), numbered 8 printed in House Report 111-419 to express the sense of Congress honoring members of the Central Intelligence Agency for their dedication to the protection of the United States and expressing appreciation for their unique role in combating terrorism and crucial support of U.S. military operations. 3:41:42 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Arcuri amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:33:57 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Arcuri amendment. 3:33:56 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Arcuri, numbered 7 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the President to submit detailed notifications to Congress on current and newly-created cybersecurity programs. 3:33:55 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Conaway amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:30:30 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Conaway amendment. 3:30:29 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Conaway, numbered 6 printed in House Report 111-419 to express the sense of Congress that it is imperative intelligence community-wide auditability be achieved as soon as possible and the National Reconnaissance Office should be commended for achieving a clean audit. 3:29:42 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Eshoo amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:24:29 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Eshoo amendment. 3:24:28 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Ms. Eshoo, numbered 5 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the Director of National Intelligence to establish an intelligence community-wide conflict of interest regulation working in conjunction with the Office of Government Ethics; to establish a community-wide process for checking outside employment for conflicts of interest, and also to submit an annual report to the intelligence committees on all outside employment activities that were approved in the last year. The amendment would also prohibit Intelligence Community government employees from owning companies that sell skills related to their government service. 3:23:43 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Rogers (MI) amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 3:19:58 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rogers (MI) amendment. 3:19:57 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rogers (MI), numbered 4 printed in House Report 111-419 to prohibit funds in the Act from being used to implement the FBI's Field Office Supervisory Term Limit Policy requiring the mandatory reassignment of a supervisor after a specific term of years. 3:18:55 P.M. - H.R. 2701 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings(FL) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:11:04 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment. 3:10:47 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (FL), numbered 3 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the DNI, in coordination with the heads of the elements of the intelligence community, to submit to Congress a report on the plans of each element of the community, including the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, to increase diversity within that element. 3:10:46 P.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Hoekstra amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:02:55 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hoekstra amendment. 3:02:54 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hoekstra, numbered 2 printed in House Report 111-419 to require the Director of the CIA, within 30 days, to publicly issue an unclassified version of the CIA Inspector General's report entitled "Procedures Used In Narcotics Airbridge Denial Program in Peru, 1995-2001," dated August 25, 2008 3:02:53 P.M. - H.R. 2701 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Reyes amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hoekstra demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:37:53 P.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1105, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Reyes amendment. 2:37:52 P.M. - H.R. 2701 An amendment, offered by Mr. Reyes, numbered 1 printed in House Report 111-419 offered as a managers amendment to make technical and sundry changes. 1:20:07 P.M. - H.R. 2701 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2701. 1:19:55 P.M. - H.R. 2701 The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 1:19:54 P.M. - H.R. 2701 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1105 and Rule XVIII. 1:19:53 P.M. - H.R. 2701 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2701 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 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 Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence now printed in the bill. 1:19:52 P.M. - H.R. 2701 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1105. H.R. 2701 — "To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, and for other purposes." 1:17:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1105 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:17:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1105 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 176 (Roll no. 66). 12:36:53 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 25. 12:03:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:01:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1109 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:01:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1109 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:01:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1109 The previous question was ordered without objection. 11:36:59 A.M. - H. Res. 1109 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1109. 11:36:58 A.M. - H. Res. 1109 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1109 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 3961) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to reform the Medicare SGR payment system for physicians and to reinstitute and update the Pay-As-You-Go requirement of budget neutrality on new tax and mandatory spending legislation, enforced by the threat of annual, automatic sequestration." 11:36:57 A.M. - H. Res. 1109 On motion that the House now consider the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:36:56 A.M. - H. Res. 1109 Mr. Perlmutter moved that the House now consider the resolution. 11:35:59 A.M. - H. Res. 1105 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1109, the Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dreier demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of the resolution until later in the legislative day. 11:35:58 A.M. - H. Res. 1105 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:24:07 A.M. - H. Res. 1105 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1105. 10:23:50 A.M. - H. Res. 1105 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1105 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2701) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, and for other purposes, waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules, and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules." 10:22:08 A.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1109. 10:02:34 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. 10:01:48 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:45 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:51 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:48 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ed Pastor to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:44 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 26, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:52 EDT Yes 1:38:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on March 2, 2010. 1:38:49 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 1:38:47 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:26:35 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 12:23:43 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns on Friday, February 26, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 12:02:27 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 11:59:18 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 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. 2701. 11:59:17 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:59:16 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 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. 74). 11:49:17 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 238 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 238 — "Recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation." 11:49:16 A.M. - H.R. 2701 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:49:15 A.M. - H.R. 2701 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 235 - 168 (Roll no. 73). 11:40:58 A.M. - H.R. 2701 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 217 (Roll no. 72). 11:09:41 A.M. - H.R. 2701 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hoekstra 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 to coordinate high-value detainees associated with international terrorism. 11:05:19 A.M. - H.R. 2701 Mr. Hoekstra moved to recommit with instructions to Intelligence (Permanent). 11:04:18 A.M. - H.R. 2701 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. 11:03:53 A.M. - H.R. 2701 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:02:55 A.M. - H.R. 2701 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2701. 11:02:54 A.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Schauer amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 410 - 1 (Roll no. 71). 10:55:11 A.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Hastings (FL) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 401 - 11 (Roll no. 70). 10:47:45 A.M. - H.R. 2701 On agreeing to the Reyes amendment; as modified Agreed to by recorded vote: 246 - 166 (Roll no. 69). 10:13:28 A.M. - H.R. 2701 Reyes amendment; modified by unanimous consent. 10:13:27 A.M. - H.R. 2701 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 10:12:29 A.M. - H.R. 2701 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:12:28 A.M. - H.R. 2701 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2701 — "To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, and for other purposes." 10:12:27 A.M. - H. Res. 1113 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:11:53 A.M. - H. Res. 1113 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:11:52 A.M. - H. Res. 1113 The previous question was ordered without objection. 9:49:26 A.M. - DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 1113. 9:48:19 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate concurred in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 1299. 9:15:01 A.M. - H. Res. 1113 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1113. 9:14:17 A.M. - H. Res. 1113 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1113 — "Providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 2701) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, and for other purposes." 9:03:18 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. 9:03:17 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Tsongas to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:53 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:16 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:54 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Henry Cuellar to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:51 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 2, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:49 EDT Yes 10:50:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 3, 2010. 10:50:44 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:50:43 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:23:28 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 9:22:37 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4691. 7:27:27 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:26:05 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 9: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:26:04 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 4: Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:26:03 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 3: Mr. Harper for 5 min, Mr. Paulsen for 5 min, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:18:42 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:17:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 382 - 0 (Roll no. 77). 7:09:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1097 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Engineers Week, and for other purposes." 7:08:43 P.M. - H.R. 3820 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:08:42 P.M. - H.R. 3820 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 335 - 50 (Roll no. 76). 7:00:21 P.M. - H.R. 3820 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3820 — "To reauthorize Federal natural hazards reduction programs, and for other purposes." 6:59:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:59:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 383 - 0 (Roll no. 75). 6:31:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1072 — "Recognizing Louisiana State University for 150 years of service and excellence in higher education." 6:31:55 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. 6:31:54 P.M. - Mr. Cardoza filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1126. 6:30:14 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 2. 4:17:03 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:16:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1111 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Courtney objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 4:07:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1111 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1111. 4:07:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1111 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:07:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1111 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1111 — "Designating March 2, 2010, as "Read Across America Day"." 4:06:45 P.M. - H. Res. 362 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Courtney objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:59:41 P.M. - H. Res. 362 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 362. 3:59:40 P.M. - H. Res. 362 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:59:39 P.M. - H. Res. 362 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 362 — "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program." 3:58:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1112 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:58:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1112 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:53:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1112 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1112. 3:53:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1112 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:53:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1112 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1112 — "Congratulating the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital." 3:52:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 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. 3:43:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1072. 3:43:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:43:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1072 Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1072 — "Recognizing Louisiana State University for 150 years of service and excellence in higher education." 3:42:45 P.M. - H. Res. 812 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:42:44 P.M. - H. Res. 812 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:42:43 P.M. - H. Res. 812 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:27:15 P.M. - H. Res. 812 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 812. 3:27:14 P.M. - H. Res. 812 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:27:13 P.M. - H. Res. 812 Mr. Marshall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 812 — "Recognizing the significant contributions of the Military Working Dog (MWD) Program to the United States Armed Forces." 3:26:06 P.M. - H. Res. 699 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:17:16 P.M. - H. Res. 699 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 699. 3:17:15 P.M. - H. Res. 699 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:17:14 P.M. - H. Res. 699 Mr. Marshall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 699 — "Expressing the appreciation of Congress for the service and sacrifice of the members of the 139th Airlift Wing, Air National Guard." 3:16:01 P.M. - H. Res. 747 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. 2:57:27 P.M. - H. Res. 747 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 747. 2:57:26 P.M. - H. Res. 747 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:57:25 P.M. - H. Res. 747 Mr. Marshall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 747 — "Congratulating the United States Military Academy at West Point on being named by Forbes magazine as America's Best College for 2009." 2:56:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Wu objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:34:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1097. 2:34:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1097 Mr. Wu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1097 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Engineers Week, and for other purposes." 2:34:50 P.M. - H.R. 3820 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. 2:12:14 P.M. - H.R. 3820 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3820. 2:12:13 P.M. - H.R. 3820 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:58 P.M. - H.R. 3820 Mr. Wu moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3820 — "To reauthorize Federal natural hazards reduction programs, and for other purposes." 2:11:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:09:30 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:07:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a proposed constitution for the United States Virgin Island (USVI) - referred to the Committee on Natural Resources . 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 notified the House that she had received a sealed envelope from the White House on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 2:15 p.m., and said to contain a message from the President whereby he transmits a message to the Congress regarding a proposed Constitution for the United States Virgin Islands. 2:04:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency with respect to the actions and policies of certain members of the Government of Zimbabwe and other persons to undermine Zimbabwe's democratic processes or institutions is to continue in effect beyond March 6, 2010 -referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-96). 2:03:00 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 notified the House that she had received a sealed envelope from the White House on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 2:15 p.m., and said to contain a message from the President whereby he transmits a report to the Congress regarding the National Emergency with respect to Zimbabwe. 2:02:24 P.M. - ADJUSTED 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 Hawaii, Mr. Abercrombie, the whole number of the House was 432. 2:01:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:00:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:49 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Chaplain John Beaver, National Chaplain of the American Legion, Mobile, Alabama 2:00:48 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 2. 12:42:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:39 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. 12:30:40 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 3, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:45 EDT Yes 9:10:52 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 4, 2010. 9:10:51 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:10:50 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:43:45 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:42:19 P.M. - Mr. Jones requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 10: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 6:37:20 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:36:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1117 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:36:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1117 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 6:21:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1117 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1117. 6:21:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1117 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:21:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1117 Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1117 — "Commending and congratulating the California State University system on the occasion of its 50th anniversary." 6:20:42 P.M. - S. 2968 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:20:41 P.M. - S. 2968 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 6:13:49 P.M. - S. 2968 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2968. 6:13:48 P.M. - S. 2968 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:13:47 P.M. - S. 2968 Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 2968 — "To make certain technical and conforming amendments to the Lanham Act." 6:12:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 236 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:12:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 236 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 6:04:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 236 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 236. 6:04:24 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 236 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:04:23 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 236 Mr. Klein (FL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 236 — "Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust." 6:03:38 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 239 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:03:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 239 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 5:47:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 239 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 239. 5:47:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 239 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:47:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 239 Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 239 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the Women Airforce Service Pilots." 5:46:42 P.M. - H.R. 2554 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:46:41 P.M. - H.R. 2554 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 5:34:48 P.M. - H.R. 2554 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2554. 5:34:47 P.M. - H.R. 2554 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:34:46 P.M. - H.R. 2554 Mr. Scott (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2554 — "To reform the National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers, and for other purposes." 5:33:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:33:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 5:13:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1082. 5:13:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:13:33 P.M. - H. Res. 1082 Mr. Scott (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1082 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of the fourth annual America Saves Week." 5:11:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 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. 4:43:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1079. 4:43:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:43:33 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 Mr. Melancon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1079 — "Congratulating the National Football League Champion New Orleans Saints for winning Super Bowl XLIV and for bringing New Orleans its first Lombardi Trophy in franchise history." 4:42:25 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 4:40:32 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:40:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 2 (Roll no. 83). 4:32:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1127 — "Expressing concern regarding the suicide plane attack on Internal Revenue Service employees in Austin, Texas." 4:32:38 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. 4:31:37 P.M. - H.R. 4247 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:31:36 P.M. - H.R. 4247 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 262 - 153 (Roll no. 82). 4:15:47 P.M. - H.R. 4247 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:14:22 P.M. - H.R. 4247 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 391 - 24 (Roll no. 81). 3:41:58 P.M. - H.R. 4247 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1126, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment. 3:41:57 P.M. - H.R. 4247 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, printed in Part B of House Report 111-425 to presume that grants awarded under this Act will be awarded using competitive, merit-based procedures, and would require that if a non-competitive basis is used, the Secretary of Education must report to Congress the reason why competition was not used. It also requires that no funds appropriated under this Act may be used for a congressional earmark, as defined in clause 9e of rule XXI of the Rules of the House of Representatives. 3:40:43 P.M. - H.R. 4247 On agreeing to the Miller, George amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:39:02 P.M. - H.R. 4247 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1126, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the George Miller (CA) amendment. 3:38:59 P.M. - H.R. 4247 An amendment, offered by Mr. Miller, George, printed in in Part A of House Report 111-425 to change the short title of the bill and make minor technical edits. 2:39:57 P.M. - H.R. 4247 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4247. 2:39:56 P.M. - H.R. 4247 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4247 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. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and Labor now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. 2:39:55 P.M. - H.R. 4247 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1126. H.R. 4247 — "To prevent and reduce the use of physical restraint and seclusion in schools, and for other purposes." 2:35:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1096 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:35:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1096 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 409 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 80). 2:25:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1096 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1096 — "Encouraging individuals across the United States to participate in the 2010 Census to ensure an accurate and complete count beginning April 1, 2010, and expressing support for designation of March 2010 as Census Awareness Month." 2:24:57 P.M. - H. Res. 747 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:24:56 P.M. - H. Res. 747 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. 79). 2:16:03 P.M. - H. Res. 747 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 747 — "Congratulating the United States Military Academy at West Point on being named by Forbes magazine as America's Best College for 2009." 2:16:02 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. 2:15:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:15:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 184 (Roll no. 78). 1:47:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1126 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4247) to prevent and reduce the use of physical restraint and seclusion in schools, and for other purposes." 1:47:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 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. 1:25:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1127. 1:25:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:25:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1127 Mr. Lewis (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1127 — "Expressing concern regarding the suicide plane attack on Internal Revenue Service employees in Austin, Texas." 1:19:26 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 1:18:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1126, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Foxx demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on agreeing to the resolution until later in the legislative day. 1:17:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:33:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1126. 12:30:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1126 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1126 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4247) to prevent and reduce the use of physical restraint and seclusion in schools, and for other purposes." 12:30:58 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 3. 10:52:40 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:48:37 A.M. - H. Res. 1096 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 10:31:39 A.M. - H. Res. 1096 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1096. 10:31:38 A.M. - H. Res. 1096 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:31:37 A.M. - H. Res. 1096 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1096 — "Encouraging individuals across the United States to participate in the 2010 Census to ensure an accurate and complete count beginning April 1, 2010, and expressing support for designation of March 2010 as Census Awareness Month." 10:30:59 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:04:00 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. 10:03:22 A.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable Charles B. Rangel. Mr. Rangel notified the House that he respectfully requested a leave of absence from his duties and responsibilities as Chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means until such time as the Committee on Standards completes its findings on the review currently underway. 10:02:47 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Maloney to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:45 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:45 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Imam Abdullah Antepli, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina. 10:00:41 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Janice D. Schakowsky to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:38 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 4, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:42 EDT Yes 6:21:13 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 5, 2010. 6:21:12 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:21:11 P.M. - Mr. Ellison moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:14:44 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:14:43 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 11: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 4:06:12 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:05:12 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Melancon . Mr. Melancon submitted his resignation from the Committee on the Budget. The resignation was accepted without objection. 4:05:11 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, March 5, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 3:39:23 P.M. - Mr. Schiff filed a report from the Committee on Judiciary on H. Res. 1031. 3:39:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:39:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 375 - 1, 3 Present (Roll no. 91). 3:31:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1079 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1079 — "Congratulating the National Football League Champion New Orleans Saints for winning Super Bowl XLIV and for bringing New Orleans its first Lombardi Trophy in franchise history." 3:31:09 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoptions of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 3:30:39 P.M. - H.R. 2847 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:30:38 P.M. - H.R. 2847 On motion that the House agree with an amendment to the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 201 (Roll no. 90). 2:57:57 P.M. - H.R. 2847 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:53:02 P.M. - H.R. 2847 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment, with an amendment. 1:52:50 P.M. - H.R. 2847 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1137 the House moved to agree with an amendment to the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment. 1:44:39 P.M. - H. Res. 362 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:44:38 P.M. - H. Res. 362 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 13 (Roll no. 89). 1:35:23 P.M. - H. Res. 362 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 362 — "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program." 1:34:50 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. 1:34:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1137 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:34:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1137 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 212 - 209 (Roll no. 88). 1:24:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1137 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 184 (Roll no. 87). 11:50:41 A.M. - H. Res. 1137 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1137. 11:50:40 A.M. - H. Res. 1137 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1137 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 2847) making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes." 11:49:45 A.M. - H. Res. 1111 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:49:44 A.M. - H. Res. 1111 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 414 - 0 (Roll no. 86). 11:39:30 A.M. - H. Res. 1111 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1111 — "Designating March 2, 2010, as "Read Across America Day"." 11:38:15 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:38:14 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 415 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 85). 11:20:58 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1086 — "Recognizing the importance and significance of the 2010 Census and encouraging each community within the Indian Country to name an elder to be the first member of that community to answer the 2010 Census." 11:19:14 A.M. - Ms. Matsui filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1137. 11:18:37 A.M. - H. Res. 699 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:18:36 A.M. - H. Res. 699 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 84). 10:49:11 A.M. - H. Res. 699 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 699 — "Expressing the appreciation of Congress for the service and sacrifice of the members of the 139th Airlift Wing, Air National Guard." 10:48:53 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. 10:48:51 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Baca objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 10:16:54 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1086. 10:16:53 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:16:52 A.M. - H. Res. 1086 Mr. Baca moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1086 — "Recognizing the importance and significance of the 2010 Census and encouraging each community within the Indian Country to name an elder to be the first member of that community to answer the 2010 Census." 10:15:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:10:12 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches. 10:09:42 A.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Stark . Mr. Stark submitted his resignation as the acting chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means. The resignation was accepted without objection. 10:03:46 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. 10:02:58 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Johnson, Sam of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:52 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:39 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:01:37 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tammy Baldwin to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:44 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 5, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:39 EDT Yes 9:02:59 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 March 9, 2010. 9:02:58 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:57 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:00:48 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Alan Keiran, Office of the United States Senate Chaplain. 9:00:47 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:46 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 9, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:35 EDT Yes 8:32:47 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 10, 2010. 8:32:46 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:32:45 P.M. - Mr. Carter moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:37:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:36:10 P.M. - Mr. Flake requested that Mr. Moran of KS be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 16. 7:35:21 P.M. - Mr. Flake requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 16: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min and Mr. Jones for 5 min. 7:35:20 P.M. - Mr. Flake requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 15: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:35:19 P.M. - Mr. Flake requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 12: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 7:35:18 P.M. - Mr. Flake requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 11. 7:35:17 P.M. - Mr. Flake requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 10. 7:30:00 P.M. - NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Flake notified the House of his intent to rise to a question of the privileges of the House and to offer a resolution. Mr. Flake was recognized to notice the form of his proposed resolution. 7:20:53 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:17:55 P.M. - H. Res. 935 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:54 P.M. - H. Res. 935 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 94). 7:09:44 P.M. - H. Res. 935 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 935 — "Honoring John E. Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Corporation for receiving the 2008 National Medal of Technology and Innovation." 7:09:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:09:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 93). 7:03:18 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1069 — "Congratulating Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith for being awarded the Nobel Prize in physics." 7:02:41 P.M. - H.R. 3650 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:40 P.M. - H.R. 3650 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 263 - 142 (Roll no. 92). 6:32:16 P.M. - H.R. 3650 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3650 — "To establish a National Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Program, to develop and coordinate a comprehensive and integrated strategy to address harmful algal blooms and hypoxia, and to provide for the development and implementation of comprehensive regional action plans to reduce harmful algal blooms and hypoxia." 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. 6:31:03 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1146. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 9. 5:08:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:07:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1091 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:07:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1091 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 5:00:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1091 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1091. 5:00:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1091 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:00:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1091 Mr. Pierluisi moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1091 — "Expressing support for designation of the week of February 28 through March 7, 2010, as "School Social Work Week"." 5:00:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1142 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:00:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1142 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 4:53:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1142 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1142. 4:53:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1142 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:53:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1142 Mr. Pierluisi moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1142 — "Congratulating Silver Lake College for 75 years of service as an undergraduate institution of higher education." 4:53:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Pierluisi objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 4:40:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1047. 4:40:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:40:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 Mr. Pierluisi moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1047 — "Commending The Ohio State University Buckeyes football team for its victory in the 2010 Rose Bowl." 4:39:24 P.M. - H.R. 4547 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:39:23 P.M. - H.R. 4547 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:31:34 P.M. - H.R. 4547 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4547. 4:31:33 P.M. - H.R. 4547 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:31:32 P.M. - H.R. 4547 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4547 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 119 Station Road in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, as the "Captain Luther H. Smith, U.S. Army Air Forces Post Office"." 4:31:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:31:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 4:25:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1036. 4:25:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:25:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1036 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1036 — "Recognizing the contributions of Korean Americans to the United States." 4:25:40 P.M. - H.R. 4624 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:25:39 P.M. - H.R. 4624 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:15:21 P.M. - H.R. 4624 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4624. 4:15:20 P.M. - H.R. 4624 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:15:19 P.M. - H.R. 4624 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4624 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 125 Kerr Avenue in Rome City, Indiana, as the "SPC Nicholas Scott Hartge Post Office"." 4:14:29 P.M. - H.R. 4621 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. 4:01:35 P.M. - H.R. 4621 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4621. 4:01:34 P.M. - H.R. 4621 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:33 P.M. - H.R. 4621 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4621 — "To protect the integrity of the constitutionally-mandated United States census and prohibit deceptive mail practices that attempt to exploit the decennial census." 3:59:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 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. 3:44:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1107. 3:44:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:44:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1107 — "Recognizing the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy." 3:43:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 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. 3:34:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1088. 3:34:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:34:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1088 — "Recognizing the plight of people with albinism in East Africa and condemning their murder and mutilation." 3:33:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1032 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:33:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1032 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:33:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1032 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:18:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1032 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1032. 3:18:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1032 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:18:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1032 Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1032 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should continue to assist the Mexican Government in fighting the drug cartels and curbing violence against Mexican and United States citizens, both in the United States and abroad." 3:17:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Connolly (VA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:06:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1144. 3:06:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:06:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1144 — "Expressing condolences to the families of the victims of the February 27, 2010, earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the people of Chile as they plan for recovery and reconstruction." 3:04:42 P.M. - H.R. 3650 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. 2:46:05 P.M. - H.R. 3650 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3650. 2:46:04 P.M. - H.R. 3650 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:46:03 P.M. - H.R. 3650 Mr. Baird moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3650 — "To establish a National Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Program, to develop and coordinate a comprehensive and integrated strategy to address harmful algal blooms and hypoxia, and to provide for the development and implementation of comprehensive regional action plans to reduce harmful algal blooms and hypoxia." 2:45:15 P.M. - H. Res. 935 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Baird objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:39:34 P.M. - H. Res. 935 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 935. 2:39:33 P.M. - H. Res. 935 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:39:32 P.M. - H. Res. 935 Mr. Baird moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 935 — "Honoring John E. Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Corporation for receiving the 2008 National Medal of Technology and Innovation." 2:38:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 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. 2:31:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1069. 2:31:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:31:14 P.M. - H. Res. 1069 Mr. Baird moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1069 — "Congratulating Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith for being awarded the Nobel Prize in physics." 2:30:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1055 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:30:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1055 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:25:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1055 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1055. 2:25:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1055 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:24:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1055 Mr. Baird moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1055 — "Supporting the designation of National Robotics Week as an annual event." 2:24:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:08:02 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:07:34 P.M. - THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE - Pursuant to Section 301 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995, as amended by Public Law 111-114, the Chair announced on behalf of the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives and the Majority and Minority Leaders of the United States Senate their joint reappointment of the following individuals on March 5, 2010, each to 5-year terms on the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance: Alan V. Friedman, California; Susan S. Robfogel, New York; Barbara Childs Wallace, Mississippi; and, in addition, their joint designation of: Barbara L. Camens, Washington, D.C., Chair . 2:06:29 P.M. - The House received a communication from Andrea Bragg, Office Manager, Congresswoman Carolyn Kilpatrick. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Andrea Bragg notified the House that she had been served with a grand jury subpoena issued by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan for testimony 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. 2:05:57 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 of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 5, 2010 at 3:03 p.m.: That the Senate passed S. 2961, and agreed to H. Con. Res. 236 and H. Con. Res. 239. The Senate also made appointments to the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance. 2:05:56 P.M. - ADJUSTED 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 New York, Mr. Massa, the whole number of the House was 431. 2:05:55 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Massa wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 5:00 p.m. on March 8, 2010. 2:04:08 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:04:07 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:03:11 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:01 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 9. 12:44:49 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:43 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 the legislative day. 12:31:40 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:53 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 10, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:31 EDT Yes 11:22:51 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 11, 2010. 11:22:50 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:22:49 P.M. - Ms. Jackson Lee (TX) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:40:28 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:39:28 P.M. - Mr. Jones requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 17: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:39:27 P.M. - Mr. Jones requested that Mr. McCotter be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 12. 7:39:26 P.M. - Mr. Jones requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 11: Mr. Bishop of UT for 5 min and Mr. McCotter for 5 min. 7:34:10 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:32:56 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification that the national emergency with respect to Iran shall continue - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-97). 7:32:55 P.M. - H.R. 4573 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 7:32:54 P.M. - H.R. 4573 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:32:53 P.M. - H.R. 4573 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 6:42:50 P.M. - H.R. 4573 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4573. 6:42:49 P.M. - H.R. 4573 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:42:48 P.M. - H.R. 4573 Mr. Meeks (NY) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4573 — "To direct the Secretary of the Treasury to instruct the United States Executive Directors at the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, and other multilateral development institutions to use the voice, vote, and influence of the United States to cancel immediately and completely Haiti's debts to such institutions, and for other purposes." 6:42:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 6:41:42 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed, until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4506, as amended, which was ordered on Tuesday, March 9, 2010; and the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1107, which was ordered on Wednesday, March 10, 2010. 6:40:28 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable John D. Dingell. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Dingell notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for testimony and documents by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was inconsistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 6:40:27 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Carolyn C. Kilpatrick. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Kilpatrick notified the House that she had been served with a grand jury subpoena for testimony by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan and that after consultation with her attorney, she would make the determination required by the rule. 6:38:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1156 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:38:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1156 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:37:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1156 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1156 — "Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 6:37:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:37:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 404 - 1 (Roll no. 100). 6:30:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1144 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1144 — "Expressing condolences to the families of the victims of the February 27, 2010, earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the people of Chile as they plan for recovery and reconstruction." 6:30:11 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:30:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 99). 6:23:00 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 249 — "Commemorating the 45th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the role that it played in ensuring the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965." 6:22:55 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. 6:22:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 248 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:22:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 248 On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 65 - 356 (Roll no. 98). 5:53:28 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 248 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:11:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 248 DEBATE - The House proceeded with three hours of debate on H. Con. Res. 248. 2:10:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 248 Rule provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 248 with 3 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. 2:10:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 248 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1146. H. Con. Res. 248 — "Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan." 2:09:53 P.M. - H.R. 4621 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:09:52 P.M. - H.R. 4621 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 97). 2:01:58 P.M. - H.R. 4621 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4621 — "To protect the integrity of the constitutionally-mandated United States census and prohibit deceptive mail practices that attempt to exploit the decennial census." 2:01:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:01:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 1 (Roll no. 96). 1:55:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1088 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1088 — "Recognizing the plight of people with albinism in East Africa and condemning their murder and mutilation." 1:55:09 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on suspension of the rules which were debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 1:54:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1146 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:54:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1146 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 195 (Roll no. 95). 1:21:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1146 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:45:18 P.M. - H. Res. 1146 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1146. 12:45:17 P.M. - H. Res. 1146 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1146 — "Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 248) directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan." 12:44:25 P.M. - H.R. 4783 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:44:24 P.M. - H.R. 4783 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:24:20 P.M. - H.R. 4783 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4783. 12:24:19 P.M. - H.R. 4783 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:24:18 P.M. - H.R. 4783 Mr. Levin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4783 — "To accelerate the income tax benefits for charitable cash contributions for the relief of victims of the earthquake in Chile, and to extend the period from which such contributions for the relief of victims of the earthquake in Haiti may be accelerated." 12:23:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:23:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 12:03:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1061. 12:03:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:03:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1061 Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1061 — "Honoring the heroic actions of Court Security Officer Stanley Cooper, Deputy United States Marshal Richard J. "Joe" Gardner, the law enforcement officers of the United States Marshals Service and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and the Court Security Officers in responding to the armed assault at the Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse on January 4, 2010." 12:02:33 P.M. - H. Res. 1115 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:02:32 P.M. - H. Res. 1115 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:50:11 A.M. - H. Res. 1115 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1115. 11:50:10 A.M. - H. Res. 1115 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:50:09 A.M. - H. Res. 1115 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1115 — "Expressing appreciation for the profound dedication and public service of Enrique "Kiki" Camarena on the 25th anniversary of his death." 11:49:28 A.M. - H.R. 4506 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. 11:39:27 A.M. - H.R. 4506 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4506. 11:39:26 A.M. - H.R. 4506 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:39:25 A.M. - H.R. 4506 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4506 — "To authorize the appointment of additional bankruptcy judges, and for other purposes." 11:38:43 A.M. - H. Res. 1087 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:38:42 A.M. - H. Res. 1087 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:31:16 A.M. - H. Res. 1087 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1087. 11:31:15 A.M. - H. Res. 1087 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:31:14 A.M. - H. Res. 1087 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1087 — "Honoring the life of John H. "Jack" Ruffin, Jr.." 11:30:51 A.M. - H. Res. 1081 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:30:50 A.M. - H. Res. 1081 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:20:28 A.M. - H. Res. 1081 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1081. 11:20:27 A.M. - H. Res. 1081 Considered under suspension of the rules. 11:20:26 A.M. - H. Res. 1081 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1081 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month." 11:19:45 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 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. 10:44:37 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 249. 10:44:36 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:44:35 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 249 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 249 — "Commemorating the 45th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the role that it played in ensuring the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965." 10:44:34 A.M. - H.R. 4786 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:44:33 A.M. - H.R. 4786 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:29:17 A.M. - H.R. 4786 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4786. 10:29:16 A.M. - H.R. 4786 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:29:15 A.M. - H.R. 4786 Mr. Oberstar moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4786 — "To provide authority to compensate Federal employees for the 2-day period in which authority to make expenditures from the Highway Trust Fund lapsed, and for other purposes." 10:28:14 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 10:03:40 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. 10:02:45 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 3433. 10:01:49 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Hare to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:47 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:52 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:51 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Louise McIntosh Slaughter 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 MARCH 11, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:28 EDT Yes 4:00:33 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 12, 2010. 4:00:32 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:00:31 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:59:24 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1168. 1:49:03 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:47:53 P.M. - Mrs. Schmidt requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 18: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 1:44:59 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 1:44:58 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 2194, with an amendment, and requested a conference with the House and appointed conferees. 1:43:50 P.M. - The House received a communication from Pearlette Wigley, Staff Assistant. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Wigley notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena issued in Youngstown, Ohio Municipal Court, for testimony in a criminal case 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. 1:43:49 P.M. - The House received a communication from Matt Vadas, Constituent Liaison. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Vadas notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena issued in the Youngstown, Ohio Municipal Court for testimony in a criminal case and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 1:42:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1165 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:42:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1165 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:41:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1165 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 1165 — "Appointing and authorizing managers for the impeachment of G. Thomas Porteous, Jr., a Judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana." 1:41:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1165 Mr. Schiff asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced. 1:41:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:41:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:41:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1047 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1047 — "Commending The Ohio State University Buckeyes football team for its victory in the 2010 Rose Bowl." 1:41:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:41:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 108). 1:32:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1107 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1107 — "Recognizing the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy." 1:31:54 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debate earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:31:53 P.M. - H. Res. 1164 On motion to refer Agreed to by recorded vote: 402 - 1, 15 Present (Roll no. 107). 1:14:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1164 Ordering the previous question on the motion to refer Agreed to by recorded vote: 404 - 2, 15 Present (Roll no. 106). 12:50:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1164 Mr. Clyburn moved to refer to Standards of Official Conduct. 12:45:32 P.M. - H. Res. 1164 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1164 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 12:44:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 Motions to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:44:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 On agreeing to Article IV of the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 423 - 0 (Roll no. 105). 12:10:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 On agreeing to Article III of the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 416 - 0 (Roll no. 104). 12:04:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1031 On agreeing to Article II of the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 410 - 0 (Roll no. 103). 11:57:00 A.M. - H. Res. 1031 On agreeing to Article I of the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 412 - 0 (Roll no. 102). 10:46:54 A.M. - H. Res. 1031 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1031. 10:46:53 A.M. - Call of the House Quorum responded: 405 present (Roll no. 101). 10:18:19 A.M. - H. Res. 1031 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1031 — "Impeaching G. Thomas Porteous, Jr., judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, for high crimes and misdemeanors." 10:03:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:02:44 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 1067. 10:01:56 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Ros-Lehtinen to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:55 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:48 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:45 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 12, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:24 EDT Yes 2:25:45 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on March 15, 2010. 2:25:44 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:25:43 P.M. - Ms. Watson moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:10:56 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 12:08:45 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 19: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and herself for 5 min. 12:08:44 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 18: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and herself for 5 min. 12:08:43 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 17: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and herself for 5 min. 12:08:42 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 16: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and herself for 5 min. 12:08:41 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 15: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and herself for 5 min. 12:02:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 12:01:06 P.M. - Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, March 12, 2010, it adjourn to meet at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, March 15, 2010, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 11:26:44 A.M. - H.R. 4506 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:26:43 A.M. - H.R. 4506 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 345 - 5 (Roll no. 111). 11:14:12 A.M. - H.R. 4506 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4506 — "To authorize the appointment of additional bankruptcy judges, and for other purposes." 11:13:52 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 203 - 144, 1 Present (Roll no. 110). 11:07:05 A.M. - UNFINSHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4506 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:06:40 A.M. - H.R. 3650 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:06:39 A.M. - H.R. 3650 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 251 - 103 (Roll no. 109). 10:36:59 A.M. - H.R. 3650 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:05:23 A.M. - H.R. 3650 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3650. 10:04:47 A.M. - H.R. 3650 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3650 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. The amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in part A of House Report 111-439 shall be considered as adopted. 10:04:46 A.M. - H.R. 3650 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1168. H.R. 3650 — "To establish a National Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Program, to develop and coordinate a comprehensive and integrated strategy to address harmful algal blooms and hypoxia, and to provide for the development and implementation of comprehensive regional action plans to reduce harmful algal blooms and hypoxia." 10:03:23 A.M. - H. Res. 1168 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:03:21 A.M. - H. Res. 1168 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:03:20 A.M. - H. Res. 1168 The previous question was ordered without objection. 9:16:37 A.M. - H. Res. 1168 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1168. 9:15:20 A.M. - H. Res. 1168 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1168 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3650) to establish a National Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Program, to develop and coordinate a comprehensive and integrated strategy to address harmful algal blooms and hypoxia, and to provide for the development and implementation of comprehensive regional action plans to reduce harmful algal blooms and hypoxia." 9:04:56 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 9:04:55 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Pingree of ME to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:03:09 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - 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 Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 9:01:58 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:01:55 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Donna F. Edwards to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:32 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 15, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:21 EDT Yes 11:41:32 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on March 16, 2010. 11:41:31 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:41:30 P.M. - Mr. Ryan (OH) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:38:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 8:37:00 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate which was relative to the impeachment of Judge G. Thomas Porteous, Jr. 7:44:05 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:29:33 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:27:14 P.M. - H. Res. 267 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:27:13 P.M. - H. Res. 267 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 2 (Roll no. 115). 7:21:31 P.M. - H. Res. 267 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 267 — "Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz, expressing appreciation to Iranian-Americans for their contributions to society, and wishing Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran a prosperous new year." 7:20:08 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:20:07 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 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. 114). 7:13:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1163 — "Recognizing Washington State University Honors College for 50 years of excellence." 7:12:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:12:14 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 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. 113). 7:05:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1170 — "Congratulating the winners of the Voice of Democracy national scholarship program." 7:04:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:04:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 392 - 0 (Roll no. 112). 6:32:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1145 — "Recognizing the University of Arizona's 125 years of dedication to excellence in higher education." 6:31:55 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed, until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4628, which was ordered on Monday, March 15, 2010. 6:31:54 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. 6:30:17 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 15. 3:04:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:03:23 P.M. - H. Res. 267 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:56:27 P.M. - H. Res. 267 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 267. 2:56:26 P.M. - H. Res. 267 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:56:25 P.M. - H. Res. 267 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 267 — "Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz, expressing appreciation to Iranian-Americans for their contributions to society, and wishing Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran a prosperous new year." 2:55:00 P.M. - H.R. 4628 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. 2:42:06 P.M. - H.R. 4628 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4628. 2:42:05 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:42:04 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4628 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 216 Westwood Avenue in Westwood, New Jersey, as the "Sergeant Christopher R. Hrbek Post Office Building"." 2:40:57 P.M. - H.R. 2377 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:40:56 P.M. - H.R. 2377 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:31:29 P.M. - H.R. 2377 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2377. 2:31:28 P.M. - H.R. 2377 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:31:27 P.M. - H.R. 2377 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2377 — "To direct the Secretary of Education to establish and administer an awards program recognizing excellence exhibited by public school system employees providing services to students in pre-kindergarten through higher education." 2:30:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:22:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1163. 2:22:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:22:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1163 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1163 — "Recognizing Washington State University Honors College for 50 years of excellence." 2:21:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 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. 2:16:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1170. 2:16:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:16:08 P.M. - H. Res. 1170 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1170 — "Congratulating the winners of the Voice of Democracy national scholarship program." 2:15:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 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. 2:08:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1145. 2:08:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:08:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1145 Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1145 — "Recognizing the University of Arizona's 125 years of dedication to excellence in higher education." 2:08:37 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 2:02:33 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:31 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 12, 2010 at 2:33 p.m. stating that that body had passed S. 1147. 2:01:37 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:37 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:36 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 15. 12:42:05 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:42 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. 12:31:38 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mazie K. Hirono to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:47 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 16, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:17 EDT Yes 10:25:34 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 17, 2010. 10:25:33 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:25:32 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:12:16 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:11:45 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 23: Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 6:11:44 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Souder be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 19. 6:11:43 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Souder be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 18. 6:11:42 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Souder be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 17. 6:09:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1184 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. 5:53:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1184 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1184. 5:53:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1184 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:53:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1184 Ms. Shea-Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1184 — "Congratulating the 2009-2010 University of Maryland Men's Basketball Team, Greivis Vasquez, and Coach Gary Williams on an outstanding season." 5:52:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1167 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. 5:47:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1167 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1167. 5:47:04 P.M. - H. Res. 1167 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:47:03 P.M. - H. Res. 1167 Ms. Shea-Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1167 — "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day." 5:46:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1089 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. 5:40:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1089 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1089. 5:40:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1089 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:40:44 P.M. - H. Res. 1089 Ms. Shea-Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1089 — "Recognizing the 150th anniversary of Augustana College." 5:39:16 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 5:37:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:37:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 420 - 0 (Roll no. 119). 5:31:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1128 — "Thanking Vancouver for hosting the world during the 2010 Winter Olympics and honoring the athletes from Team USA." 5:30:43 P.M. - H. Res. 605 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 5:30:42 P.M. - H. Res. 605 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:30:41 P.M. - H. Res. 605 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 1 (Roll no. 118). 5:23:50 P.M. - H. Res. 605 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 605 — "Recognizing the continued persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China on the 10th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party campaign to suppress the Falun Gong spiritual movement and calling for an immediate end to the campaign to persecute, intimidate, imprison, and torture Falun Gong practitioners." 5:22:39 P.M. - H. Res. 311 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:22:38 P.M. - H. Res. 311 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 117). 5:14:06 P.M. - H. Res. 311 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 311 — "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Red Cross Month." 5:13:55 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:13:54 P.M. - H.R. 4628 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 116). 4:45:03 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4628 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 216 Westwood Avenue in Westwood, New Jersey, as the "Sergeant Christopher R. Hrbek Post Office Building"." 4:44:29 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. 4:43:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 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. 4:21:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1128. 4:21:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:21:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1128 Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1128 — "Thanking Vancouver for hosting the world during the 2010 Winter Olympics and honoring the athletes from Team USA." 4:20:00 P.M. - H. Res. 605 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. 4:07:30 P.M. - H. Res. 605 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 605. 4:07:29 P.M. - H. Res. 605 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:07:28 P.M. - H. Res. 605 Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 605 — "Recognizing the continued persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China on the 10th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party campaign to suppress the Falun Gong spiritual movement and calling for an immediate end to the campaign to persecute, intimidate, imprison, and torture Falun Gong practitioners." 4:06:54 P.M. - H. Res. 311 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. 3:55:08 P.M. - H. Res. 311 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 311. 3:55:07 P.M. - H. Res. 311 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:54:58 P.M. - H. Res. 311 Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 311 — "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Red Cross Month." 3:49:58 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 3:46:03 P.M. - NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Flake notified the House of his intent to rise to a question of the privileges of the House and to offer a resolution. Mr. Flake was recognized to notice the form of his proposed resolution. 12:02:42 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:02:40 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 53. 12:01:55 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Schauer to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:50 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:49 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 16. 10:59:48 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:31:44 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. 10:31:38 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Diane E. Watson 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 MARCH 17, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:14 EDT Yes 9:49:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 18, 2010. 9:49:58 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:49:57 P.M. - Mr. Burgess moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:12:54 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:12:53 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Res. 457 and S. Res. 458 . 5:10:57 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 24: Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 5:10:56 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Smith of NJ be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 18. 5:04:39 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:02:17 P.M. - Mr. Arcuri filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1190. 5:02:16 P.M. - H.R. 4825 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 5:02:15 P.M. - H.R. 4825 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:02:14 P.M. - H.R. 4825 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 1 (Roll no. 127). 4:55:01 P.M. - H.R. 4825 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4825 — "To require any amounts remaining in a Member's Representational Allowance at the end of a fiscal year to be deposited in the Treasury and used for deficit reduction or to reduce the Federal debt." 4:54:44 P.M. - H.R. 946 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:54:43 P.M. - H.R. 946 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 386 - 33 (Roll no. 126). 4:46:27 P.M. - H.R. 946 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 946 — "To enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing that Government documents issued to the public must be written clearly, and for other purposes." 4:46:26 P.M. - H.R. 3954 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:46:25 P.M. - H.R. 3954 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 1 (Roll no. 125). 4:37:27 P.M. - H.R. 3954 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3954 — "To release Federal reversionary interests retained on certain lands acquired in the State of Florida under the Bankhead-Jones Farm Tenant Act, to authorize the interchange of National Forest System land and State land in Florida, to authorize an additional conveyance under the Florida National Forest Land Management Act of 2003, and for other purposes." 4:37:26 P.M. - S. 1147 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:37:25 P.M. - S. 1147 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 387 - 25 (Roll no. 124). 4:29:01 P.M. - S. 1147 Considered as unfinished business. S. 1147 — "To prevent tobacco smuggling, to ensure the collection of all tobacco taxes, and for other purposes." 4:28:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1141 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:28:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1141 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. 123). 4:01:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1141 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1141 — "Honoring the accomplishments of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court." 4:00:45 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which were considered earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 4:00:44 P.M. - H.R. 4853 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:00:43 P.M. - H.R. 4853 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:32:59 P.M. - H.R. 4853 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4853. 3:32:58 P.M. - H.R. 4853 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:32:57 P.M. - H.R. 4853 Mr. Costello moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4853 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, and for other purposes." 3:32:56 P.M. - H.R. 4851 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:32:55 P.M. - H.R. 4851 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:56:16 P.M. - H.R. 4851 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4851. 2:56:15 P.M. - H.R. 4851 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:56:14 P.M. - H.R. 4851 Mr. McDermott moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4851 — "To provide a temporary extension of certain programs, and for other purposes." 2:55:46 P.M. - H.R. 3954 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:45:59 P.M. - H.R. 3954 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3954. 2:45:58 P.M. - H.R. 3954 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:45:57 P.M. - H.R. 3954 Mr. Baca moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3954 — "To release Federal reversionary interests retained on certain lands acquired in the State of Florida under the Bankhead-Jones Farm Tenant Act, to authorize the interchange of National Forest System land and State land in Florida, to authorize an additional conveyance under the Florida National Forest Land Management Act of 2003, and for other purposes." 2:45:56 P.M. - H.R. 3509 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. 2:41:48 P.M. - H.R. 3509 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3509. 2:41:47 P.M. - H.R. 3509 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:41:46 P.M. - H.R. 3509 Mr. Baca moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3509 — "To reauthorize State agricultural mediation programs under title V of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1987." 2:41:45 P.M. - H.R. 3542 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. 2:37:07 P.M. - H.R. 3542 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3542. 2:37:06 P.M. - H.R. 3542 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:37:05 P.M. - H.R. 3542 Mr. Brady (PA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3542 — "To direct the Architect of the Capitol to fly the flag of a State over the Capitol each year on the anniversary of the date of the State's admission to the Union." 2:36:30 P.M. - H.R. 4825 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. 2:21:47 P.M. - H.R. 4825 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4825. 2:21:46 P.M. - H.R. 4825 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:21:45 P.M. - H.R. 4825 Mr. Brady (PA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4825 — "To require any amounts remaining in a Member's Representational Allowance at the end of a fiscal year to be deposited in the Treasury and used for deficit reduction or to reduce the Federal debt." 2:20:53 P.M. - H.R. 1387 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:20:52 P.M. - H.R. 1387 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:11:31 P.M. - H.R. 1387 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1387. 2:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 1387 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:29 P.M. - H.R. 1387 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1387 — "To amend title 44, United States Code, to require preservation of certain electronic records by Federal agencies, to require a certification and reports relating to Presidential records, and for other purposes." 2:11:28 P.M. - H.R. 946 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. 1:53:13 P.M. - H.R. 946 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 946. 1:53:12 P.M. - H.R. 946 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:53:11 P.M. - H.R. 946 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 946 — "To enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing that Government documents issued to the public must be written clearly, and for other purposes." 1:52:47 P.M. - H.R. 4214 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. 1:48:20 P.M. - H.R. 4214 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4214. 1:48:19 P.M. - H.R. 4214 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:48:18 P.M. - H.R. 4214 Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4214 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 45300 Portola Avenue in Palm Desert, California, as the "Roy Wilson Post Office"." 1:47:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions. 1:47:55 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 17. 11:44:44 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 11:43:32 A.M. - H. Res. 1184 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:43:31 A.M. - H. Res. 1184 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 279 - 132, 6 Present (Roll no. 122). 11:35:30 A.M. - H. Res. 1184 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1184 — "Congratulating the 2009-2010 University of Maryland Men's Basketball Team, Greivis Vasquez, and Coach Gary Williams on an outstanding season." 11:34:30 A.M. - H. Res. 1167 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:34:29 A.M. - H. Res. 1167 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 0 (Roll no. 121). 11:28:45 A.M. - H. Res. 1167 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1167 — "Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day." 11:27:53 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 249 and passed S. 1782. The Senate also agreed to the House amendments to the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 2847. 11:26:50 A.M. - H. Res. 1089 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 11:26:49 A.M. - H. Res. 1089 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:26:48 A.M. - H. Res. 1089 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 120). 10:57:08 A.M. - H. Res. 1089 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1089 — "Recognizing the 150th anniversary of Augustana College." 10:56:43 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which were considered earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 10:55:58 A.M. - S. 1147 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. 10:41:14 A.M. - S. 1147 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1147. 10:41:13 A.M. - S. 1147 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:41:12 A.M. - S. 1147 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 1147 — "To prevent tobacco smuggling, to ensure the collection of all tobacco taxes, and for other purposes." 10:40:22 A.M. - H. Res. 1141 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. 10:31:50 A.M. - H. Res. 1141 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1141. 10:31:49 A.M. - H. Res. 1141 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:31:48 A.M. - H. Res. 1141 Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1141 — "Honoring the accomplishments of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court." 10:30:15 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 10:07:00 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. 10:06:10 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:05:41 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:04:21 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Bishop Jerry Hutchins, Timothy Baptist Church, Athens, Georgia. 10:00:40 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 18, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:10 EDT Yes 10:16:52 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 19, 2010. 10:16:51 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:16:50 P.M. - Mr. Broun (GA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:27:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:26:52 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4213, with an amendment. 6:31:51 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:24:08 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 25: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, and Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min. 6:23:06 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Franks of AZ be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 24. 6:23:05 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Franks of AZ be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 23. 6:23:04 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 21: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 6:23:03 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 20: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 6:13:02 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:12:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:11:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 1 (Roll no. 135). 6:03:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1173 — "Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Vermont Long Trail, the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States, and congratulating the Green Mountain Club for its century of dedication in developing and maintaining the trail." 6:03:08 P.M. - H.R. 3509 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:03:07 P.M. - H.R. 3509 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 26 (Roll no. 134). 5:56:43 P.M. - H.R. 3509 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3509 — "To reauthorize State agricultural mediation programs under title V of the Agricultural Credit Act of 1987." 5:55:30 P.M. - H.R. 3542 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:55:29 P.M. - H.R. 3542 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 133). 5:49:13 P.M. - H.R. 3542 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3542 — "To direct the Architect of the Capitol to fly the flag of a State over the Capitol each year on the anniversary of the date of the State's admission to the Union." 5:49:12 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:48:03 P.M. - H. Res. 1194 On motion to table the measure Agreed to by recorded vote: 232 - 181 (Roll no. 132). 5:33:04 P.M. - H. Res. 1194 Mr. Hoyer moved to table the measure. 5:29:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1194 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1194 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 5:28:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1194 QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - Mr. Cantor rose to a question of the privileges of the House and offered a resolution. The Chair directed the Clerk to report the resolution. The Clerk completed the reading of H. Res. 1194 and the Chair announced that the resolution met the required threshold under the rule. 5:19:11 P.M. - NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Cantor notified the House of his intent to rise to a question of the privileges of the House and to offer a resolution. Mr. Cantor was recognized to notice the form of his proposed resolution. 5:18:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1193 On motion to refer Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 397 - 0, 12 Present ) (Roll no. 131). 4:53:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1193 MOTION TO REFER PRIVILEGED RESOLUTION - Mr. McGovern moved to refer the privileged resolution to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct and the Chair recognized Mr. McGovern under the 1 hour rule. Subsequently, without objection the previous question was ordered on the motion to refer. The Chair put the question on the motion to refer and by voice vote announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded the yeas and nays on the motion to refer. 4:51:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1193 Mr. McGovern moved to refer to Standards of Official Conduct. 4:50:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1193 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1193 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 4:48:11 P.M. - H. Res. 1193 QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - Mr. Flake rose to a question of the privileges of the House and offered a resolution. The Chair directed the Clerk to report the resolution. The Clerk completed the reading of H. Res. 1193 and the Chair announced that the resolution met the required threshold under the rule. 4:47:32 P.M. - Mr. McGovern filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1192. 4:46:16 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 18. 3:50:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:50:49 P.M. - H.R. 4395 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. 3:44:12 P.M. - H.R. 4395 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4395. 3:44:11 P.M. - H.R. 4395 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:44:10 P.M. - H.R. 4395 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4395 — "To revise the boundaries of the Gettysburg National Military Park to include the Gettysburg Train Station, and for other purposes." 3:43:30 P.M. - H.R. 1769 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:43:29 P.M. - H.R. 1769 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 3:30:34 P.M. - H.R. 1769 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1769. 3:30:33 P.M. - H.R. 1769 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:30:32 P.M. - H.R. 1769 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1769 — "To expand the Alpine Lakes Wilderness in the State of Washington, to designate the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River and Pratt River as wild and scenic rivers, and for other purposes." 3:29:16 P.M. - H.R. 2788 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. 3:22:55 P.M. - H.R. 2788 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2788. 3:22:54 P.M. - H.R. 2788 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:22:53 P.M. - H.R. 2788 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2788 — "To designate a Distinguished Flying Cross National Memorial at the March Field Air Museum in Riverside, California." 3:22:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 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. 3:19:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1173. 3:19:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:19:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1173 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1173 — "Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Vermont Long Trail, the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States, and congratulating the Green Mountain Club for its century of dedication in developing and maintaining the trail." 3:18:31 P.M. - H.R. 4003 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. 3:06:22 P.M. - H.R. 4003 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4003. 3:06:21 P.M. - H.R. 4003 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:06:20 P.M. - H.R. 4003 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4003 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study to evaluate resources in the Hudson River Valley in the State of New York to determine the suitability and feasibility of establishing the site as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes." 3:05:32 P.M. - H.R. 4252 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:05:31 P.M. - H.R. 4252 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:44:25 P.M. - H.R. 4252 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4252. 2:44:24 P.M. - H.R. 4252 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:44:23 P.M. - H.R. 4252 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4252 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study of water resources in the Rialto-Colton Basin in the State of California, and for other purposes." 2:43:35 P.M. - H.R. 3671 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. 2:35:45 P.M. - H.R. 3671 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3671. 2:35:44 P.M. - H.R. 3671 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:35:43 P.M. - H.R. 3671 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3671 — "To promote Department of the Interior efforts to provide a scientific basis for the management of sediment and nutrient loss in the Upper Mississippi River Basin, and for other purposes." 2:35:42 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 2:33:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1190 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:33:42 P.M. - H. Res. 1190 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 232 - 187 (Roll no. 130). 2:22:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1190 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 203 (Roll no. 129). 2:05:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1190 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1190 — "Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules." 2:04:36 P.M. - H.R. 4214 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:04:35 P.M. - H.R. 4214 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 0 (Roll no. 128). 1:36:00 P.M. - H.R. 4214 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4214 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 45300 Portola Avenue in Palm Desert, California, as the "Roy Wilson Post Office"." 1:35:27 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which were considered earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 1:34:26 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 18. 11:35:55 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 11:35:54 A.M. - H. Res. 1190 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1190, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Foxx 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. 10:31:10 A.M. - H. Res. 1190 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1190. 10:31:09 A.M. - H. Res. 1190 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1190 — "Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules." 10:03:04 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:02:29 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 2865 and S. 1789. 10:01:59 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Harman to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:52 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:48 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Lois Capps to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:44 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 19, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:06 EDT Yes 10:31:58 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 20, 2010. 10:31:57 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:31:56 P.M. - Ms. Foxx moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:34:44 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:33:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 26: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 6:32:53 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 25. 6:32:52 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 24. 6:32:51 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Burton of IN be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 23. 6:32:50 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 22: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min. 6:32:49 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 20: Mr. Posey for 5 min, Ms. Fallin for 5 min, Mr. Rogers of MI for 5 min, and Mr. Bonner for 5 min. 6:21:24 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:18:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 6:18:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:18:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 395 - 0 (Roll no. 147). 6:11:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 244 — "Expressing support for the designation of March 20 as a National Day of Recognition for Long-Term Care Physicians." 6:10:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:10:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 2 (Roll no. 146). 6:04:03 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1027 — "Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the historic dive to the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, the deepest point in the world's oceans, on January 23, 1960, and its importance to marine research, ocean science, a better understanding of the planet, and the future of human exploration." 6:03:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:03:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 399 - 0 (Roll no. 145). 5:56:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1133 — "Recognizing the extraordinary number of African-Americans who have overcome significant obstacles to enhance innovation and competitiveness in the field of science in the United States." 5:55:09 P.M. - H.R. 4395 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:55:08 P.M. - H.R. 4395 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 31 (Roll no. 144). 5:28:32 P.M. - H.R. 4395 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4395 — "To revise the boundaries of the Gettysburg National Military Park to include the Gettysburg Train Station, and for other purposes." 5:28:31 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which were considered earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 5:27:47 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4840; and the roll call votes on the the motions to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1040 and H. Res. 1174, all of which were ordered on Friday, March 19, 2010. 5:26:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 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. 4:40:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1174. 4:40:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:40:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 Ms. Speier moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1174 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month." 4:39:40 P.M. - H.R. 4840 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. 3:54:32 P.M. - H.R. 4840 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4840. 3:54:31 P.M. - H.R. 4840 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:54:30 P.M. - H.R. 4840 Ms. Speier moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4840 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1979 Cleveland Avenue in Columbus, Ohio, as the "Clarence D. Lumpkin Post Office"." 3:53:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 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. 3:19:15 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1040. 3:19:14 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:19:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 Ms. Speier moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1040 — "Honoring the life and accomplishments of Donald Harington for his contributions to literature in the United States." 3:18:04 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 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. 2:31:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 244. 2:31:55 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:31:54 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 244 Ms. Speier moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Con. Res. 244 — "Expressing support for the designation of March 20 as a National Day of Recognition for Long-Term Care Physicians." 2:30:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:18:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1027. 2:18:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:18:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1027 Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1027 — "Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the historic dive to the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, the deepest point in the world's oceans, on January 23, 1960, and its importance to marine research, ocean science, a better understanding of the planet, and the future of human exploration." 2:17:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 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. 2:04:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1133. 2:04:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:04:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1133 Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1133 — "Recognizing the extraordinary number of African-Americans who have overcome significant obstacles to enhance innovation and competitiveness in the field of science in the United States." 2:02:25 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 1:58:23 P.M. - POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE - Mr. Tanner rose to a point of personal privilege and was recognized to proceed for one hour. 1:57:11 P.M. - H.R. 4003 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:57:10 P.M. - H.R. 4003 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 293 - 115 (Roll no. 143). 1:49:03 P.M. - H.R. 4003 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4003 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study to evaluate resources in the Hudson River Valley in the State of New York to determine the suitability and feasibility of establishing the site as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes." 1:48:55 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. 1:48:54 P.M. - H.R. 3644 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:48:53 P.M. - H.R. 3644 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 244 - 170 (Roll no. 142). 1:39:50 P.M. - H.R. 3644 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 200 - 215 (Roll no. 141). 1:21:36 P.M. - H.R. 3644 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:12:36 P.M. - H.R. 3644 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Chaffetz motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with sundry amendments which include adding a new paragraph to examine the impacts of natural gas and oil seeps on ocean, beaches, air quality, and the coastal environment and the possibility of mitigation of those impacts through resource and energy development. Also the motion adds a new section pertaining to limitation on use of funds. 1:11:35 P.M. - H.R. 3644 Mr. Chaffetz moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 1:10:54 P.M. - H.R. 3644 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:10:53 P.M. - H.R. 3644 On agreeing to the Capps amendment; as amended Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 178 (Roll no. 140). 1:01:49 P.M. - H.R. 3644 On agreeing to the Flake amendment to the Capps Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 376 - 37, 1 Present (Roll no. 139). 12:21:26 P.M. - H.R. 3644 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment to the Capps amendment in the nature of a substitute. 12:20:18 P.M. - H.R. 3644 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake to the Capps amendment (A001), to the Capps amendment printed in Part B of House Report 111-445 to prohibit earmarking in the funds authorized for appropriations in the legislation. 12:00:44 P.M. - H.R. 3644 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Capps amendment in the nature of a substitute. 11:59:26 A.M. - H.R. 3644 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mrs. Capps, printed in Part A of House Report 111-445 to reflect changes to the bill that address concerns raised by the minorit y during Committee consideration of the bill. In particular the ANS makes several changes to reflect the significant economic importance of coastal areas and resources to the overall economy of the United States and also authorizes specific increases in authorized appropriation levels. 11:00:59 A.M. - H.R. 3644 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3644. 10:59:31 A.M. - H.R. 3644 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3644 and H.R. 1612. It shall be in order to consider in the House, H.R. 3644 and H.R. 1612. All points of order against consideration of each bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in each bill shall be considered as adopted. The bills, as amended, shall be considered read. Further amendments are in order. Each bill shall be debatable for one hour. 10:59:30 A.M. - H.R. 3644 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1192. H.R. 3644 — "To direct the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish education and watershed programs which advance environmental literacy, including preparedness and adaptability for the likely impacts of climate change in coastal watershed regions." 10:58:37 A.M. - H.R. 2788 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:58:36 A.M. - H.R. 2788 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 0 (Roll no. 138). 10:49:23 A.M. - H.R. 2788 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2788 — "To designate a Distinguished Flying Cross National Memorial at the March Field Air Museum in Riverside, California." 10:49:22 A.M. - H.R. 3671 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:49:21 A.M. - H.R. 3671 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 289 - 121 (Roll no. 137). 10:38:45 A.M. - H.R. 3671 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3671 — "To promote Department of the Interior efforts to provide a scientific basis for the management of sediment and nutrient loss in the Upper Mississippi River Basin, and for other purposes." 10:38:44 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which were considered earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 10:38:43 A.M. - H. Res. 1192 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:38:41 A.M. - H. Res. 1192 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 171 (Roll no. 136). 10:04:39 A.M. - H. Res. 1192 The previous question was ordered without objection. 9:38:08 A.M. - H. Res. 1192 DEBATE - The House continued with further debate on H. Res. 1192. 9:37:47 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 54. 9:19:17 A.M. - H. Res. 1192 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1192. 9:14:58 A.M. - H. Res. 1192 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1192 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3644) to direct the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish education and watershed programs which advance environmental literacy, including preparedness and adaptability for the likely impacts of climate change in coastal watershed regions, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1612) to amend the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to expand the authorization of the Secretaries of Agriculture, Commerce, and the Interior to provide service-learning opportunities on public lands, help restore the Nation's natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, and scenic resources, train a new generation of public land managers and enthusiasts, and promote the value of public service." 9:02:38 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. 9:02:37 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Herger to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:36 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:00:51 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:45 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Diana DeGette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:42 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 20, 2010 111TH 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 12:22:03 EDT Yes 12:14:51 A.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on March 21, 2010. 12:14:50 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:14:49 A.M. - Mr. Polis (CO) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:13:44 A.M. - Mr. Polis (CO) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1203. 12:12:11 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 11:26:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:46:58 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:45:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 21: Mr. Cassidy for 5 min and Mr. McCotter for 5 min. 7:43:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:42:41 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 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. 6:58:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1119. 6:58:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:58:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1119 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all people in the United States 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." 6:58:46 P.M. - H. Res. 900 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. 6:19:55 P.M. - H. Res. 900 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 900. 6:19:54 P.M. - H. Res. 900 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:19:53 P.M. - H. Res. 900 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 900 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of a Cold War Veterans Recognition Day to honor the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War and encouraging the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities honoring the sacrifices and contributions of those individuals." 6:19:52 P.M. - H. Res. 925 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. 5:34:35 P.M. - H. Res. 925 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 925. 5:34:34 P.M. - H. Res. 925 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:34:33 P.M. - H. Res. 925 Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 925 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the meritorious service performed by aviators in the United States Armed Forces who were shot down over, or otherwise forced to land in, hostile territory yet evaded enemy capture or were captured but subsequently escaped." 5:33:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 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. 4:53:11 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1099. 4:53:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:53:09 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 Mr. Owens moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1099 — "Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima." 4:52:34 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 3:12:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:12:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:12:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 399 - 0 (Roll no. 154). 3:05:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1040 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1040 — "Honoring the life and accomplishments of Donald Harington for his contributions to literature in the United States." 3:04:24 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 186 (Roll no. 153). 2:52:24 P.M. - H.R. 4887 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:52:23 P.M. - H.R. 4887 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 0 (Roll no. 152). 2:24:30 P.M. - H.R. 4887 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4887 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that health coverage provided by the Department of Defense is treated as minimal essential coverage." 2:24:29 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on a motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4887; on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal; and on a motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1040 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:23:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 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. 2:00:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1075. 2:00:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:00:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 Mr. Skelton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1075 — "Commending the members of the Agri-business Development Teams of the National Guard for their efforts, together with personnel of the Department of Agriculture and the United States Agency for International Development, to modernize agriculture practices and increase food production in war-torn countries." 1:58:32 P.M. - H.R. 4887 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. 1:14:45 P.M. - H.R. 4887 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4887. 1:14:44 P.M. - H.R. 4887 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:14:43 P.M. - H.R. 4887 Mr. Levin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4887 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that health coverage provided by the Department of Defense is treated as minimal essential coverage." 1:14:42 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to announced. 1:13:32 P.M. - H.R. 1612 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 1:13:31 P.M. - H.R. 1612 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:13:30 P.M. - H.R. 1612 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 288 - 116 (Roll no. 151). 1:00:04 P.M. - H.R. 1612 On agreeing to the Grijalva amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:59:38 P.M. - H.R. 1612 Amendment offered by Mr. Grijalva. 12:59:37 P.M. - H.R. 1612 On motion to recommit with instructions Agreed to by recorded vote: 387 - 21 (Roll no. 150). 12:20:07 P.M. - H.R. 1612 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 12:09:25 P.M. - H.R. 1612 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Lummis motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with sundry amendments. The amendments insert sections pertaining to limitation on use of funds and further limitation on use of funds to protect children. 12:08:39 P.M. - H.R. 1612 Mrs. Lummis moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 12:08:38 P.M. - H.R. 1612 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:08:37 P.M. - H.R. 1612 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. 12:07:49 P.M. - H.R. 1612 On agreeing to the Cole amendment; Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 402 - 0 (Roll no. 149). 12:00:47 P.M. - H.R. 1612 On agreeing to the Bishop (UT) amendment; Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 180 (Roll no. 148). 11:27:22 A.M. - H.R. 1612 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (UT) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 11:21:54 A.M. - H.R. 1612 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1192, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop(UT) amendment. 11:21:53 A.M. - H.R. 1612 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), numbered 1 printed in House Report 111-445 to retain the existing authorization level of $12 million a year and only authorizes the program for 5 years. 11:21:52 A.M. - H.R. 1612 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Cole amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 11:17:08 A.M. - H.R. 1612 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1192, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cole amendment. 11:16:51 A.M. - H.R. 1612 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cole, numbered 2 printed in House Report 111-445 to amend Section 3(f) to allow the Secretaries to enter into arrangement with tribal governments in order to provide temporary housing with Corps volunteers. 11:15:00 A.M. - Mr. Grijalva asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 1:00 p.m. on March 21. Agreed to without objection. 10:32:18 A.M. - H.R. 1612 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1612. 10:31:02 A.M. - H.R. 1612 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3644 and H.R. 1612. It shall be in order to consider in the House, H.R. 3644 and H.R. 1612. All points of order against consideration of each bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in each bill shall be considered as adopted. The bills, as amended, shall be considered read. Further amendments are in order. Each bill shall be debatable for one hour. 10:30:57 A.M. - H.R. 1612 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1192. H.R. 1612 — "To amend the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to expand the authorization of the Secretaries of Agriculture, Commerce, and the Interior to provide service-learning opportunities on public lands, help restore the nation's natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, and scenic resources, train a new generation of public land managers and enthusiasts, and promote the value of public service." 10:30:56 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 9:15:30 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 9:03:21 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. 9:02:46 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of OH to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:45 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Klein (FL) demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Klein (FL) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair announced that further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal would be postponed until later in the legislative day. 9:01:04 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:28 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Yvette D. Clarke to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:25 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 21, 2010 111TH 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 12:21:59 EDT Yes 12:02:29 A.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on March 22, 2010. 12:02:28 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:02:27 A.M. - Mr. Conyers moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:58:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 11:58:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:58:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 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. 169). 11:49:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1119 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1119 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all people in the United States 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." 11:45:58 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 resignation of the gentleman from Georgia, Mr. Deal, the whole number of the House is 430. 11:45:57 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Deal (GA) wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 11:45 p.m. on March 21, 2010. 11:45:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:45:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 168). 11:37:33 P.M. - H. Res. 1099 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1099 — "Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima." 11:36:58 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. 11:36:57 P.M. - H.R. 4872 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:36:56 P.M. - H.R. 4872 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 220 - 211 (Roll no. 167). 11:18:56 P.M. - H.R. 4872 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 199 - 232 (Roll no. 166). 11:03:17 P.M. - H.R. 4872 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 10:52:12 P.M. - H.R. 4872 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Camp motion to recommit with instructions. 10:50:39 P.M. - H.R. 4872 Mr. Camp moved to recommit with instructions to The Budget. 10:49:54 P.M. - H.R. 4872 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1203. H.R. 4872 — "To provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 202 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2010." 10:48:49 P.M. - H.R. 3590 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:48:48 P.M. - H.R. 3590 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by recorded vote: 219 - 212 (Roll no. 165). 10:31:59 P.M. - H.R. 3590 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:31:58 P.M. - H.R. 3590 Mr. Spratt moved that the House agree to the Senate amendments. 8:08:54 P.M. - WORDS TAKEN DOWN - During the course of debate, exception was taken to certain words used and a demand was made to have words taken down. Mr. Pascrell asked unanimous consent to withdraw the words. Without objection the words were withdrawn. The House resumed debate on H.R. 3590 and H.R. 4872. 6:43:13 P.M. - DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1203, the House is proceeding with 2 hours of debate allotted for the consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 3590 and H.R. 4872. With respect to the Senate amendments to H.R. 3590, the rule makes in order a motion offered by the Majority Leader or a designee that the House concur in the Senate amendments. If the motion to concur in the Senate amendments is adopted, the rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4872 under a closed rule. The rule waives all points of order against consideration of H.R. 4872 except those arising under clause 10 of rule XXI. It provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in part A of the Rules Committee report, modified by the amendment printed in part B of the report, shall be considered as read. The rule provides one motion to recommit H.R. 4872 with or without instructions. 6:41:52 P.M. - H. Res. 925 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 6:41:51 P.M. - H. Res. 925 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:41:50 P.M. - H. Res. 925 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 426 - 0 (Roll no. 164). 6:30:30 P.M. - H. Res. 925 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 925 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the meritorious service performed by aviators in the United States Armed Forces who were shot down over, or otherwise forced to land in, hostile territory yet evaded enemy capture or were captured but subsequently escaped." 6:29:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:29:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 206 (Roll no. 163). 6:13:23 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 202 (Roll no. 162). 6:03:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1203 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the first-time homebuyers credit in the case of members of the Armed Forces and certain other Federal employees, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4872) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 202 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2010." 6:03:55 P.M. - H. Res. 900 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 6:03:54 P.M. - H. Res. 900 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:03:53 P.M. - H. Res. 900 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 429 - 0 (Roll no. 161). 5:39:38 P.M. - H. Res. 900 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 900 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of a Cold War Veterans Recognition Day to honor the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War and encouraging the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities honoring the sacrifices and contributions of those individuals." 5:38:31 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules and on ordering the previous question and on adoption of H. Res. 1203, all of which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:07:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1203. 4:07:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1203 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the first-time homebuyers credit in the case of members of the Armed Forces and certain other Federal employees, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4872) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 202 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2010." 4:05:59 P.M. - Motion to reconsider laid on the table. Agreed to without objection. 4:05:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 Will the House now consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 200 (Roll no. 160). 3:04:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Issa raised a point of order against the provisions of H. Res. 1203 on the grounds that it violates clause 9(b) of rule 21. The Chair announced that the disposition of the point of order would be resolved by the question of consideration of H. Res. 1203. 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. 3:03:30 P.M. - Motion to reconsider laid on the table. Agreed to without objection. 3:03:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 Will the House now consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 195 (Roll no. 159). 2:16:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Ryan (WI) raised a point of order against the provisions of H. Res. 1203 on the grounds that it violated 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. 1203. 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. 2:11:49 P.M. - H. Res. 1203 By direction of the Committee on Rules, Ms. Slaughter called up H. Res. 1203 and asked for its immediate consideration. 2:09:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:09:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:09:24 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 3 (Roll no. 158). 2:03:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1075 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1075 — "Commending the members of the Agri-business Development Teams of the National Guard for their efforts, together with personnel of the Department of Agriculture and the United States Agency for International Development, to modernize agriculture practices and increase food production in war-torn countries." 2:03:04 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1075, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:02:35 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 189 (Roll no. 157). 1:56:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 1:55:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:55:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 420 - 0 (Roll no. 156). 1:48:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1174 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1174 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month." 1:47:58 P.M. - H.R. 4840 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:47:57 P.M. - H.R. 4840 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 420 - 0 (Roll no. 155). 1:22:25 P.M. - H.R. 4840 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4840 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1979 Cleveland Avenue in Columbus, Ohio, as the "Clarence D. Lumpkin Post Office"." 1:22:24 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on a motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4840 and on a motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 1174 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:06:04 P.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. 1:05:49 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1:04:53 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Blumenauer demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Blumenauer demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair announced that further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal would be postponed until later in the legislative day. 1:01:00 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 1:00:24 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 22, 2010 111TH 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 12:21:56 EDT Yes 10:55:28 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on March 23, 2010. 10:55:27 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:55:26 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:24:57 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:23:48 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. McCotter be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 24. 7:23:47 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. McCotter be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 23. 7:19:34 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:19:33 P.M. - H.R. 4667 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 0 (Roll no. 171). 7:09:44 P.M. - H.R. 4667 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4667 — "To increase, effective as of December 1, 2010, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes." 7:04:08 P.M. - H.R. 4810 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 170). 6:35:32 P.M. - H.R. 4810 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4810 — "To amend title 38, United States Code, to make certain improvements in the services provided for homeless veterans under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs." 6:34:30 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. 6:34:29 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (FL) filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 1204 and H. Res. 1205. 6:33:26 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 22. 3:15:22 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:14:16 P.M. - H.R. 4592 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Filner objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:04:51 P.M. - H.R. 4592 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4592. 3:04:50 P.M. - H.R. 4592 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:04:49 P.M. - H.R. 4592 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4592 — "To provide for the establishment of a pilot program to encourage the employment of veterans in energy-related positions." 3:03:55 P.M. - H.R. 4667 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. 2:58:28 P.M. - H.R. 4667 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4667. 2:58:27 P.M. - H.R. 4667 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:58:26 P.M. - H.R. 4667 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4667 — "To increase, effective as of December 1, 2010, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes." 2:57:30 P.M. - H.R. 3976 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Filner objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:52:13 P.M. - H.R. 3976 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3976. 2:52:12 P.M. - H.R. 3976 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:52:11 P.M. - H.R. 3976 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3976 — "To extend certain expiring provisions providing enhanced protections for servicemembers relating to mortgages and mortgage foreclosure." 2:51:42 P.M. - H.J. Res. 80 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Filner objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:42:47 P.M. - H.J. Res. 80 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.J. Res. 80. 2:42:46 P.M. - H.J. Res. 80 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:42:43 P.M. - H.J. Res. 80 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution. H.J. Res. 80 — "Recognizing and honoring the Blinded Veterans Association on its 65th anniversary of representing blinded veterans and their families." 2:41:29 P.M. - H.R. 1879 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Filner objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 2:34:16 P.M. - H.R. 1879 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1879. 2:34:15 P.M. - H.R. 1879 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:34:14 P.M. - H.R. 1879 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1879 — "To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for employment and reemployment rights for certain individuals ordered to full-time National Guard duty." 2:33:22 P.M. - H.R. 4810 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. 2:15:25 P.M. - H.R. 4810 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4810. 2:15:24 P.M. - H.R. 4810 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:15:23 P.M. - H.R. 4810 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4810 — "To amend title 38, United States Code, to make certain improvements in the services provided for homeless veterans under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs." 2:14:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:02:52 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:51 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Halvorson to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:22 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 22. 12:41:02 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:31:47 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:31:43 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ann Kirkpatrick to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:30:40 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 23, 2010 111TH 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 12:21:52 EDT Yes 7:43:12 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 24, 2010. 7:43:11 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:43:10 P.M. - Mr. Garamendi moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:29:57 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 5:28:42 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 1586 amended. 4:51:20 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:50:04 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert requested that Ms. Ros-Lehtinen be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on March 24. 4:41:40 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:40:19 P.M. - H.R. 4592 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 397 - 19 (Roll no. 177). 4:33:21 P.M. - H.R. 4592 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4592 — "To provide for the establishment of a pilot program to encourage the employment of veterans in energy-related positions." 4:33:20 P.M. - H.R. 3976 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 416 - 4 (Roll no. 176). 4:24:14 P.M. - H.R. 3976 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3976 — "To extend certain expiring provisions providing enhanced protections for servicemembers relating to mortgages and mortgage foreclosure." 4:24:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1186 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 2 (Roll no. 175). 3:58:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1186 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1186 — "Expressing support for designation of April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month." 3:57:16 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debate earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:57:15 P.M. - H.R. 4098 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. 3:49:59 P.M. - H.R. 4098 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4098. 3:49:58 P.M. - H.R. 4098 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:49:57 P.M. - H.R. 4098 Mr. Towns moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4098 — "To require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance on the use of peer-to-peer file sharing software to prohibit the personal use of such software by Government employees, and for other purposes." 3:48:58 P.M. - H.R. 3562 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Perriello objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:31:57 P.M. - H.R. 3562 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3562. 3:31:56 P.M. - H.R. 3562 Considered under suspension of the rules. H.R. 3562 — "To designate the Federal building under construction at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building"." 3:31:55 P.M. - H.R. 3562 Mr. Perriello moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3562 — "To designate the Federal building under construction at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building"." 3:30:53 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. 3:21:14 P.M. - H. Res. 917 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 917. 3:21:13 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:21:12 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Mr. Perriello moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 917 — "Recognizing the Florida Keys Scenic Highway on the occasion of its designation as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation." 3:20:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1125 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:11:13 P.M. - H. Res. 1125 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1125. 3:11:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1125 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:11:11 P.M. - H. Res. 1125 Mr. Perriello moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1125 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week, and for other purposes." 3:10:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1186 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. 2:53:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1186 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1186. 2:53:51 P.M. - H. Res. 1186 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:53:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1186 Ms. Markey (CO) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1186 — "Expressing support for designation of April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month." 2:52:07 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 2:50:15 P.M. - H.J. Res. 80 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 174). 2:43:42 P.M. - H.J. Res. 80 Considered as unfinished business. H.J. Res. 80 — "Recognizing and honoring the Blinded Veterans Association on its 65th anniversary of representing blinded veterans and their families." 2:43:41 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of a motion to suspend the rules and pass H.J. Res. 80 which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 2:42:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1205 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 173). 2:35:14 P.M. - H. Res. 1205 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 179 (Roll no. 172). 1:03:16 P.M. - H. Res. 1205 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1205. 1:02:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1205 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1205 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4849) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax incentives for small business job creation, extend the Build America Bonds program, provide other infrastructure job creation tax incentives, and for other purposes." 1:02:04 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 23. 12:10:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:04:53 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:04:52 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pitts to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:04:51 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 March 23. 10:36:34 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:31:42 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:31:39 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Betsy Markey to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:30:48 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 24, 2010 111TH 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 12:21:49 EDT Yes 6:14:34 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 25, 2010. 6:14:33 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:14:32 P.M. - Mr. Garamendi moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:26:52 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:26:51 P.M. - Mr. Moran (KS) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 26: Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min. 5:26:50 P.M. - Mr. Moran (KS) requested the following general leaves to address the House on March 25: Mr. Carter for 5 min and Mr. Wolf for 5 min. 5:24:34 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:23:28 P.M. - Ms. Matsui filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1212. 5:19:22 P.M. - H.R. 3562 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 5:19:21 P.M. - H.R. 3562 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3562 — "To designate the Federal building under construction at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building"." 5:18:36 P.M. - H.R. 4899 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 175, 1 Present ) (Roll no. 186). 5:11:39 P.M. - H.R. 4899 On motion to table the motion to appeal of the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 176 (Roll no. 185). 4:43:44 P.M. - H.R. 4899 Mr. Obey moved to table the motion to appeal of the ruling of the Chair. 4:41:26 P.M. - H.R. 4899 Mr. Lewis (CA) appealed the ruling of the Chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the Chair. 4:40:25 P.M. - H.R. 4899 Mr. Obey raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. The provisions of the motion to recommit constitute legislation in an appropriations bill. Sustained by the Chair. 4:38:55 P.M. - H.R. 4899 Mr. Lewis (CA) moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 4:38:54 P.M. - H.R. 4899 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:54:07 P.M. - H.R. 4899 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4899. 3:53:42 P.M. - H.R. 4899 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4899 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. All point of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 3:53:41 P.M. - H.R. 4899 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1204. H.R. 4899 — "Making emergency supplemental appropriations for disaster relief and summer jobs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes." 3:53:40 P.M. - H.R. 1879 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 1 (Roll no. 184). 3:46:13 P.M. - H.R. 1879 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1879 — "To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for employment and reemployment rights for certain individuals ordered to full-time National Guard duty." 3:46:12 P.M. - H.R. 4098 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 13, 1 Present (Roll no. 183). 3:37:54 P.M. - H.R. 4098 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4098 — "To require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance on the use of peer-to-peer file sharing software to prohibit the personal use of such software by Government employees, and for other purposes." 3:37:53 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 debate earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:37:52 P.M. - H.R. 4849 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 246 - 178 (Roll no. 182). 3:28:21 P.M. - H.R. 4849 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 184 - 239 (Roll no. 181). 2:59:37 P.M. - H.R. 4849 The previous question on the motion was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:32:00 P.M. - H.R. 4849 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Camp motion to recommit with instructions, pending reservation of a point of order. Subsequently, the point of order was removed. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the same back to the House with an amendment to put a temporary exclusion of 100 percent of gain on certain small business stock; to put a limitation on penalties for failure to disclose certain information; and to direct the Commissioner of Internal Revenue to submit an annual report on the penalties assessed by the Internal Revenue Service. 2:19:18 P.M. - H.R. 4849 Mr. Camp moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. 2:18:42 P.M. - H.R. 4849 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:07:19 P.M. - H.R. 4849 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4849. 1:06:28 P.M. - H.R. 4849 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4849 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 closed to amendments. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 1:06:27 P.M. - H.R. 4849 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1205. H.R. 4849 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax incentives for small business job creation, extend the Build America Bonds program, provide other infrastructure job creation tax incentives, and for other purposes." 1:04:02 P.M. - H. Res. 917 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 420 - 2 (Roll no. 180). 12:56:34 P.M. - H. Res. 917 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 917 — "Recognizing the Florida Keys Scenic Highway on the occasion of its designation as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation." 12:55:11 P.M. - H. Res. 1204 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 191 (Roll no. 179). 12:46:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1204 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1204 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4899) making emergency supplemental appropriations for disaster relief and summer jobs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes." 12:46:33 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of H. Res. 1204 and on adoption of a motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 917, which were debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 12:45:02 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 257 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 175 (Roll no. 178). 12:16:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 257 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 257 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 12:15:31 P.M. - H. Res. 1204 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1204, the Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Foxx demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 12:15:30 P.M. - H. Res. 1204 The previous question was ordered without objection. 11:20:55 A.M. - H. Res. 1204 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1204. 11:19:02 A.M. - H. Res. 1204 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1204 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4899) making emergency supplemental appropriations for disaster relief and summer jobs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes." 11:18:05 A.M. - H.R. 4915 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 10:42:46 A.M. - H.R. 4915 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4915. 10:42:45 A.M. - H.R. 4915 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:42:44 A.M. - H.R. 4915 Mr. Costello moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4915 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, and for other purposes." 10:41:37 A.M. - H.R. 4360 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. 10:31:35 A.M. - H.R. 4360 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4360. 10:31:34 A.M. - H.R. 4360 Considered under suspension of the rules. 10:31:33 A.M. - H.R. 4360 Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4360 — "To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs blind rehabilitation center in Long Beach, California, as the "Major Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Center"." 10:30:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 10:02:52 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. 10:02:46 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Sires to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:44 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:57 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:52 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jackie Speier to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:49 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 25, 2010 111TH 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 12:21:45 EDT Yes 11:21:26 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 257. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on April 13, 2010. 11:21:25 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:21:24 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:46:43 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 10:45:42 P.M. - H.R. 4957 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:45:41 P.M. - H.R. 4957 On passage Passed without objection. 10:45:40 P.M. - H.R. 4957 Considered by unanimous consent. H.R. 4957 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, and for other purposes." 10:45:37 P.M. - H.R. 4957 Ms. Richardson asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 10:25:21 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order Speeches. 10:23:08 P.M. - S. 3186 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:22:59 P.M. - S. 3186 On passage Passed without objection. 10:22:58 P.M. - S. 3186 Considered by unanimous consent. S. 3186 — "To reauthorize the Satellite Home Viewer Extension and Reauthorization Act of 2004 through April 30, 2010, and for other purposes." 10:22:57 P.M. - S. 3186 Mr. Maffei asked unanimous consent to take from the Speaker's table and consider. 9:49:53 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 9:48:22 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4938, S. 3186, and S. 3187. 9:28:21 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has proceeded to Special Order speeches without prejudice to the possible return to legislative business. 9:15:30 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 9:14:47 P.M. - H.R. 1612 CORRECTION TO ENGROSSMENT - Mr. Heinrich asked unanimous consent that in the engrossment of H.R. 1612, the Clerk be directed to execute the sixth instruction in the amendment conveyed by the motion to recommit in the form that was placed at the desk. Agreed to without objection. 9:13:15 P.M. - H.R. 4360 CORRECTION TO ENGROSSMENT - Mr. Walz asked unanimous consent that in the engrossment of H.R. 4360, the Clerk be directed to make corrections, which were located at the desk, in both the text and the title of the bill. Agreed to without objection. 9:12:10 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 257. 9:11:40 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 9:11:39 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 380 - 7 (Roll no. 195). 9:03:33 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 Considered as unfinished business. 9:02:31 P.M. - H.R. 4872 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 9:02:30 P.M. - H.R. 4872 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 207 (Roll no. 194). 8:42:19 P.M. - H.R. 4872 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 8:24:51 P.M. - H.R. 4872 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 1225, the House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on agreeing to the Senate amendments to H.R. 4872. 8:24:50 P.M. - H.R. 4872 Mr. Miller, George moved that the House agree to the Senate amendments. 8:23:19 P.M. - H. Res. 1225 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 8:23:17 P.M. - H. Res. 1225 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 199 (Roll no. 193). 7:56:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1225 The previous question was ordered without objection. 6:38:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1225 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1225. 6:38:34 P.M. - H. Res. 1225 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1225 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 4872) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2010 (S.Con.Res. 13)." 6:38:33 P.M. - Ms. Slaughter filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1225. 6:37:44 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 25. 5:39:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 5:39:58 P.M. - H. Res. 1223 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:39:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1223 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:39:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1223 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1223 — "Electing a Minority member to a standing committee." 5:36:46 P.M. - H.R. 4360 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:36:45 P.M. - H.R. 4360 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 192). 5:30:45 P.M. - H.R. 4360 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4360 — "To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs blind rehabilitation center in Long Beach, California, as the "Major Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Center"." 5:30:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1125 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 249 - 172 (Roll no. 191). 5:21:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1125 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1125 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week, and for other purposes." 5:21:45 P.M. - H.R. 1586 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:21:44 P.M. - H.R. 1586 On motion that the House agree with an amendment to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 276 - 145 (Roll no. 190). 4:54:05 P.M. - H.R. 1586 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:53:07 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of agreeing to the Senate amendments with an amendment to H.R. 1586, and motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:53:06 P.M. - H.R. 4938 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:53:05 P.M. - H.R. 4938 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:43:39 P.M. - H.R. 4938 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4938. 4:43:38 P.M. - H.R. 4938 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:43:37 P.M. - H.R. 4938 Mr. Serrano moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4938 — "To permit the use of previously appropriated funds to extend the Small Business Loan Guarantee Program, and for other purposes." 4:42:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 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. 4:33:38 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1215. 4:33:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:33:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1215 Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1215 — "Expressing support for Bangladesh's return to democracy." 4:31:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions. 4:30:14 P.M. - H.R. 1586 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, the Chair postponed further proceedings of the motion to agree to the Senate amendments with an amendment to H.R. 1586. 3:18:09 P.M. - H.R. 1586 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on agreeing with an amendment to the Senate amendments to H.R. 1586. 3:17:48 P.M. - H.R. 1586 Mr. Oberstar moved that the House agree with an amendment to the Senate amendments. 3:14:22 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 178 (Roll no. 189). 3:08:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1212 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:08:10 P.M. - H. Res. 1212 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 190 (Roll no. 188). 2:58:50 P.M. - H. Res. 1212 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1212 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 1586) to impose an additional tax on bonuses received from certain TARP recipients, and for other purposes." 2:58:49 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4872 amended. 2:58:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1220 On motion to refer Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 406 - 1, 15 Present (Roll no. 187). 2:30:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1220 The previous question on the motion to refer was ordered without objection. 2:29:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1220 Mr. McGovern moved to refer to Standards of Official Conduct. 2:26:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1220 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1220 — "Raising a question of the privileges of the House." 2:26:36 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 25. 11:19:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 11:19:49 A.M. - H. Res. 1212 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1212, the Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of the resolution until later in the legislative day. 11:19:48 A.M. - H. Res. 1212 The previous question was ordered without objection. 10:37:24 A.M. - H. Res. 1212 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1212. 10:37:23 A.M. - H. Res. 1212 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1212 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 1586) to impose an additional tax on bonuses received from certain TARP recipients, and for other purposes." 10:32:07 A.M. - NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION - Mr. Flake notified the House of his intent to rise to a question of the privileges of the House and to offer a resolution. Mr. Flake was recognized to notice the form of his proposed resolution. The Chair subsequently announced that under rule IX, a resolution offered from the floor by a Member other than the majority leader or the minority leader as a question of the privileges of the House has immediate precedence only at a time designated by the Chair within 2 legislative days after the resolution is properly noticed. The Chair further announced that it would not, at that point, make the determination required by the rule. 10:06:41 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. 10:05:52 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Fleming to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:05:46 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Jackson(IL) demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Jackson(IL) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair announced that further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal would be postponed until later in the legislative day. 10:04:40 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Sharon Daugherty, Victory Christian Center, Tulsa, Oklahoma. 10:03:53 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 13, 2010 111TH 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 12:21:41 EDT Yes 10:08:18 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 14, 2010. 10:08:17 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:08:16 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey (GA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:47:14 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:45:47 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 20: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min. 7:45:46 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 16: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, and herself for 5 min. 7:45:45 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 15: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, and herself for 5 min. 7:45:44 P.M. - Ms. Foxx requested the following general leaves to address the House on April 14: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, and herself for 5 min. 7:35:18 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:29:35 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a copy of an Executive Order with respect to Somalia - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-103). 7:28:15 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 sealed envelope from the White House on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 3:24 p.m., and said to contain a message from the President whereby he transmits a copy of an Executive Order to the Congress with respect to Somalia. 7:27:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:27:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 385 - 1, 3 Present (Roll no. 198). 7:19:43 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1042 — "Commending the Boise State University Broncos football team for winning the 2010 Fiesta Bowl." 7:18:00 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:17:59 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 197). 7:09:52 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1041 — "Congratulating and commending the University of Idaho's football team for winning the 2009 Humanitarian Bowl in Boise, Idaho." 7:02:55 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:54 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 196). 6:32:18 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1222 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Library Week." 6:31:24 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. 6:31:23 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 13. 3:00:38 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:00:37 P.M. - H. Res. 1206 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 3:00:36 P.M. - H. Res. 1206 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:00:35 P.M. - H. Res. 1206 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:47:29 P.M. - H. Res. 1206 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1206. 2:47:28 P.M. - H. Res. 1206 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:47:27 P.M. - H. Res. 1206 Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1206 — "Remembering the victims of the attack on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and supporting the goals and ideals of the National Week of Hope." 2:47:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1198 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:47:25 P.M. - H. Res. 1198 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:40:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1198 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1198. 2:40:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1198 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:40:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1198 Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1198 — "Congratulating Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania for 140 years of excellence in higher education." 2:40:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 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. 2:30:48 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1042. 2:30:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:30:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1042 Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1042 — "Commending the Boise State University Broncos football team for winning the 2010 Fiesta Bowl." 2:30:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:22:22 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1041. 2:22:21 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:22:20 P.M. - H. Res. 1041 Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1041 — "Congratulating and commending the University of Idaho's football team for winning the 2009 Humanitarian Bowl in Boise, Idaho." 2:21:57 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:13:47 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1222. 2:13:46 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:13:45 P.M. - H. Res. 1222 Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 1222 — "Supporting the goals and ideals of National Library Week." 2:12:53 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:06:49 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:05:02 P.M. - The House received a communication from Honorable Thomas J. Rooney, Member of Congress. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Rooney notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the Circuit Court for St. Lucie County, Florida, in connection with a civil case pending there, and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:05:01 P.M. - The House received a communication from Honorable Gregory W. Meeks, Member of Congress. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Meeks notified the House that his district office had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:04:12 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 Cle