112 1 CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 5, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:26 EDT Yes 5:50:55 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 6, 2011. 5:50:53 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:50:46 P.M. - Ms. Foxx moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:49:23 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:49:20 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 1 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:47:04 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 1 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 1 — "Providing for a conditional recess or adjournment of the Senate and an adjournment of the House of Representatives." 5:46:00 P.M. - That during the second session of the 112th Congress: (1) on legislative days of Monday or Tuesday when the House convenes pursuant to House Resolution 514, the House shall convene two hours earlier than the time otherwise established by the resolution for the purpose of conducting morning-hour debate; (2) on legislative days of Wednesday or Thursday beginning on February 1, 2011, when the House convenes pursuant to House Resolution 514, the House shall convene two hours earlier than the time otherwise established by the resolution for the purpose of conducting morning-hour debate; (3) when the House convenes pursuant to an order other than House Resolution 514, the House shall convene for the purpose of conducting morning-hour debate only as prescribed by such order; (4) the time for morning-hour debate shall be allocated equally between the parties and may not con tinue beyond 10 minutes before the hour appointed for the resumption of the session of the House; and (5) the form of proceeding for morning-hour debate shall be as follows: (a) the prayer by the Chaplain, the approval of the Journal and the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag shall be postponed until resumption of the session 5:45:01 P.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable John A. Boehner, Speaker. Pursuant to H. Con. Res. 1, and also for purposes of such concurrent resolutions of the current Congress as may contemplate my designation of Members to act in similar circumstances, the Speaker notified the Clerk of his designation of Representative Eric Cantor of Virginia to act jointly with the Majority Leader of the Senate or his designee, in the event of his death or inability, to notify the Members of the House and the Senate, respectively, or any reassembly under any such concurrent resolution. In the event of the death or inability of that designee, alternate Members of the House are listed in the letter bearing this date for the same purpo 5:45:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the statement showing the apportionment population for each State as of April 1, 2010, and the number or Representatives to which each State would be entitled - referred to the Committees on Judiciary and Oversight and Government Reform and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-5). 5:44:01 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO REPORT - Mr. Cantor notified the House that the Committee appointed on the part of the House to join a like Committee on the part of the Senate to notify the President of the United States that a quorum of each House had been assembled and is ready to receive any communications. 5:44:00 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent that during the One Hundred Twelfth Congress, all Members be permitted to extend their remarks and to include extraneous material within the permitted limit in that section of the record entitled "Extension of Remarks". Agreed to without objection. 5:43:03 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent that during the One Hundred Twelfth Congress, the Speaker, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader be authorized to accept resignations and to make appointments authorized by law or by the House. Agreed to without objection. 5:43:02 P.M. - HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING COMMISSION - Pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 2001, and the order of the House of today, the Chair announced the Speaker's appointment of the following members of the House to the House Office Building Commission: Mr. Cantor and Ms. Pelosi . 5:42:00 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE NUMBER OF HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that the whole number of the House is 434. 5:38:42 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:38:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:38:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 1 — "Regarding consent to assemble outside the seat of government." 5:38:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 1 Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced. 5:37:17 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 1. 5:37:05 P.M. - H. Res. 10 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:36:57 P.M. - H. Res. 10 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:36:11 P.M. - H. Res. 10 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 10 — "Fixing the daily hour of meeting of the First Session of the One Hundred Twelfth Congress." 5:36:09 P.M. - H. Res. 8 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:36:08 P.M. - H. Res. 8 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:35:36 P.M. - H. Res. 8 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 8 — "Providing for the designation of certain minority employees." 5:35:36 P.M. - H. Res. 8 Mr. Capuano asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced. 5:35:35 P.M. - H. Res. 7 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:35:21 P.M. - H. Res. 7 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:35:13 P.M. - H. Res. 7 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 7 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 5:35:10 P.M. - H. Res. 6 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:34:59 P.M. - H. Res. 6 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:34:37 P.M. - H. Res. 6 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 6 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 5:34:19 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:34:17 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 191 (Roll no. 6). 5:17:36 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On motion to commit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 191 - 238 (Roll no. 5). 5:01:00 P.M. - H. Res. 5 The previous question on the motion to commit the resolution to a select committee was ordered without objection. 4:57:32 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 188 (Roll no. 4). 3:12:00 P.M. - H. Res. 5 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 5. 3:11:56 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Motion to refer tabled. 3:11:26 P.M. - H. Res. 5 On motion to table the motion to refer Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 188 (Roll no. 3). 2:37:19 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Mr. Cantor moved to table the motion to refer 2:36:44 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Ms. Norton moved to refer the resolution to a select committee of five members, to be appointed by the Speaker, not more than three of whom shall be from the same political party, with instructions to report back the same until it has conducted a full and complete study of, and made a determination on, the constitutionality of the provision that would be eliminated from the Rules that granted voting rights in the Committee of the Whole to the Delegates. 2:33:59 P.M. - H. Res. 5 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 5 — "Adopting rules for the One Hundred Twelfth Congress." 2:33:34 P.M. - H. Res. 4 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:33:27 P.M. - H. Res. 4 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:33:07 P.M. - H. Res. 4 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 4 — "Authorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk." 2:32:13 P.M. - H. Res. 3 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:32:06 P.M. - H. Res. 3 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:31:49 P.M. - H. Res. 3 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 3 — "Authorizing the Speaker to appoint a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the Congress." 2:31:45 P.M. - H. Res. 2 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:31:38 P.M. - H. Res. 2 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:31:10 P.M. - H. Res. 2 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 2 — "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk." 2:30:02 P.M. - H. Res. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:29:56 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:29:26 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the remainder of the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:29:12 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the Larson (CT) amendment; Failed by voice vote. 2:29:04 P.M. - H. Res. 1 Amendment offered by Mr. Larson (CT). 2:28:17 P.M. - H. Res. 1 On agreeing to the first portion of the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:05 P.M. - H. Res. 1 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 1 — "Electing officers of the House of Representatives." 2:27:00 P.M. - ADMINISTERING OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elect John Sullivan, First District, Oklahoma, presented himself in the well of the House and the Speaker proceeded to administer the Oath of Office. 2:22:01 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT OF LEADERSHIP POSTS - Mr. Larson of Connecticut notified the House that, at the direction of the Democratic Caucus, Ms. Pelosi of California had been elected as Minority Leader, Mr. Hoyer of Maryland had been elected as Minority Whip, and Mr. Clyburn had been elected as Assistant Democratic Leader. 2:22:00 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT OF LEADERSHIP POSTS - Mr. Hensarling notified the House that, at the direction of the Republican Conference, Mr. Cantor of Virginia had been elected as Majority Leader and Mr. McCarthy of California had been elected as Majority Whip. 2:16:00 P.M. - ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH OF OFFICE - The Speaker administered the Oath of Office to the Members-elect of the 112th Congress. 2:15:00 P.M. - ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH OF OFFICE - The Dean of the House administered the Oath of Office to the Speaker-elect. 2:00:00 P.M. - ADDRESS BY THE SPEAKER-ELECT - The Speaker-elect addressed the House prior to taking the Oath of Office which will be administered by the Dean of the House, Representative-elect John Dingell of Michigan. 1:50:00 P.M. - The Speaker-elect was escorted into the Chamber by the Escort Committee and introduced by Representative-elect Pelosi, Democratic Leader, before assuming the Chair. 1:39:10 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO ESCORT THE SPEAKER-ELECT - The Clerk appointed a Committee of Members-elect to escort the Speaker-elect into the Chamber and to the Chair. 1:38:00 P.M. - Roll call 2 - Election of the Speaker Boehner: 241 Pelosi: 173 Shuler: 11 Lewis (GA): 2 Costa: 1 Cardoza: 1 Cooper: 1 Kaptur: 1 Hoyer: 1 Present: 1 (Roll no. 2). Boehner elected Speaker. 12:40:01 P.M. - APPOINTMENT OF TELLERS - The Clerk announced the appointment of the following Members-elect to act as Tellers during the Roll Call for Election of Speaker: Mr. Lungren; Mr. Brady of Pennsylvania; Ms. Kaptur; and Ms. Ros-Lehtinen. 12:39:00 P.M. - NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE OF SPEAKER - Pursuant to law and precedent, the Clerk announced that the next order of business was the election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives for the 112th Congress and that nominations would now be in order. Accordingly, the Honorable Jeb Hensarling of Texas placed the name of the Honorable John Boehner into nomination for the Office of Speaker and the Honorable John Larson of Connecticut placed the name of the Honorable Nancy Pelosi into nomination for the Office of Speaker. No other nominations were put forward. 12:35:00 P.M. - ELECTION CREDENTIALS FOR DELEGATES - The Clerk notified the House that election credentials for all Delegates and Resident Commissioners had been received. 12:34:05 P.M. - Call of the States Quorum responded: 434 present (Roll no. 1). 12:05:00 P.M. - CERTIFICATION OF ELECTION - The Clerk announced that Certificates of Election covering 435 seats in the One Hundred Twelfth Congress had been received and the names of those persons whose credentials show that they were regularly elected as Representatives in accordance with the laws of their respective States of the United States would be called. Without objection, the Representatives-elect were directed to record their presence by electronic device in order to determine whether a quorum was present. 12:04:26 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Clerk led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:52 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day, pursuant to the 20th amendment to the Constitution and fixed by Public Law 111-289, for the meeting of the One Hundred Twelfth Congress of the United States. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 6, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:24 EDT Yes 11:33:24 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 7, 2011. 11:33:13 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:33:03 P.M. - Mr. Dreier moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:32:02 P.M. - WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE - The Chair announced that the whole number of the House was 435. 11:32:01 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 9 and H. Res. 26. 11:31:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 6. 6:30:06 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:47:52 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House continued with further Special Order speeches. 2:47:51 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elects Pete Sessions, Thirty Second District, State of Texas and Mike Fitzpatrick, Eighth District, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, presented themselves in the well of the House for the purpose of taking the Oath of Office which was administered by the Speaker of the House. 1:51:58 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:50:44 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 12: Mr. Jones for 5 min. 1:50:42 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 11: Mr. Jones for 5 min. 1:50:40 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 7: himself for 5 min, Mr. McClintock for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Jones for 5 min. 1:44:59 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 1:38:42 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:38:41 P.M. - H. Res. 22 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 13 (Roll no. 8). 12:57:47 P.M. - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 22. 12:57:46 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 2. 12:31:56 P.M. - H. Res. 22 DEBATE - The House proceeded with two hours of debate on H. Res. 22. 12:31:53 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:31:31 P.M. - H. Res. 22 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 22 — "Reducing the amount authorized for salaries and expenses of Member, committee, and leadership offices in 2011 and 2012." 12:30:47 P.M. - PERMANENT SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE - Pursuant to clause 11 of rule X and clause 11 of rule I, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the PERMANENT SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE: Mr. Rogers of MI. 10:57:46 A.M. - READING OF THE CONSTITUTION - Pursuant to section 5(a) of H. Res. 5, the Chair recognized the gentleman from Virginia, Mr. Goodlatte, for the reading of the Constitution. 10:54:19 A.M. - Call of the House Quorum responded: 404 present (Roll no. 7). 10:49:48 A.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - Under Clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the administration of the Oath of Office to the Gentleman from Oregon, the whole number of the House is 435. 10:48:40 A.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elect Peter DeFazio, Fourth District, State of Oregon, presented himself in the well of the House for the purpose of taking the Oath of Office which was administered by the Speaker of the House. 10:03:39 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle. 10:02:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Gowdy to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:46 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:33 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Michael K. Simpson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:21 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 7, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:21 EDT Yes 1:43:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 11, 2011. 1:43:48 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 1:43:36 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:42:34 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 7. 1:35:27 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:04:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 12:04:06 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 12: Mr. Paul for 5 min. 12:04:04 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 11: Mr. Bartlett for 5 min and Mr. Paul for 5 min. 12:00:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 11:59:09 A.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, January 7, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 for Morning-Hour debate. Agreed to without objection. 11:32:01 A.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Under Clause 2(g) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she designates Robert Reeves, Deputy Clerk, to sign any and all papers and do all other acts for her under the name of the Clerk of the House which they would be authorized to do by virtue of this designation, except such as are provided by statue, in case of her temporary absence or disability. This designation shall remain in effect for the 112th Congress or until modified by the Clerk. 11:31:30 A.M. - H. Res. 27 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:31:29 A.M. - H. Res. 27 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 257 - 159, 3 Present (Roll no. 11). 11:13:46 A.M. - H. Res. 27 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:08:38 A.M. - H. Res. 27 DEBATE - Pursuant to H. Res. 26, the House proceeded with four minutes of debate on H. Res. 27. 11:05:00 A.M. - H. Res. 27 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 27 — "Relating to the status of certain actions taken by Members-elect." 11:03:29 A.M. - H. Res. 26 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:03:28 A.M. - H. Res. 26 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 181, 2 Present (Roll no. 10). 10:55:24 A.M. - H. Res. 26 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 182 (Roll no. 9). 9:19:02 A.M. - H. Res. 26 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 26. 9:15:31 A.M. - H. Res. 26 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 26 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to repeal the job-killing health care law and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 9) instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law; and for other purposes." 9:02:06 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. 9:01:47 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Jackson to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:01:42 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:40 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:28 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 11, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:19 EDT Yes 2:03:27 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 12, 2011. 2:03:16 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:03:04 P.M. - Mr. Young (AK) moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:02:59 P.M. - H. Res. 31 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:02:58 P.M. - H. Res. 31 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:02:43 P.M. - H. Res. 31 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 31 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 2:01:57 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Young of AK to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:01 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:56 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 11. 12:01:33 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:01:19 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 a pro-forma session. 12:00:20 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:09 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 12, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:17 EDT Yes 6:00:30 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 1 and pursuant to H. Res. 32, out of respect for the victims of the attack in Tucson, Arizona. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on January 18, 2011. 6:00:28 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:00:15 P.M. - Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:59:00 P.M. - PERMANENT SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE - Pursuant to clause 11 of rule X, clause 11 of rule I, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, and notwithstanding the requirement of clause 11(a)(1)(C) of rule X the, Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the PERMANENT SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE: Mr. Thornberry, Mrs. Myrick, Mr. Miller of FL, Mr. Conaway, Mr. King of NY, Mr. LoBiondo, Mr. Nunes, Mr. Westmoreland, Mrs. Bachmann, Mr. Rooney and Mr. Heck . 5:58:18 P.M. - H. Res. 32 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:58:12 P.M. - H. Res. 32 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 5:58:07 P.M. - H. Res. 32 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:56:27 P.M. - H. Res. 32 DEBATE - The Chair announced that when proceedings were postponed earlier, 4 hours and 6 minutes of debate remained on the resolution. The House proceeded with further debate on H. Res. 32. 1:56:11 P.M. - H. Res. 32 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 32 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the tragic shooting in Tucson, Arizona, on January 8, 2011." 1:56:00 P.M. - H. Res. 32 The Chair announced that pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, proceedings would resume on H. Res. 32. 1:55:47 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 12. 12:42:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:42:00 P.M. - H. Res. 32 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that further proceedings on H. Res. 32 would be postponed. 10:09:47 A.M. - H. Res. 32 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous special order the House proceeded with 6 hours of debate on H. Res. 32. 10:06:06 A.M. - H. Res. 32 Considered pursuant to a special order. H. Res. 32 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the tragic shooting in Tucson, Arizona, on January 8, 2011." 10:05:11 A.M. - H. Res. 32 Consideration initiated pursuant to a special order. 10:04:34 A.M. - ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent that it shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of January 12, 2011, to consider in the House without intervention of any point of order a resolution relating to recent events in Tucson, Arizona, if offered by the Speaker or his designee; such resolution shall be debatable for 6 hours equally divided and controlled by the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees; and the previous question shall be considered as ordered on such resolution and any preamble thereto to final adoption without intervening motion. Agreed to without objection. 10:03:47 A.M. - H. Res. 33 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:03:27 A.M. - H. Res. 33 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:03:07 A.M. - H. Res. 33 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 33 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:02:06 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Kucinich to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:03 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:44 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:27 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 18, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:15 EDT Yes 10:00:05 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 19, 2011. 10:00:03 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:00:00 P.M. - Mr. Scalise moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:10:16 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:09:04 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 24: himself for 5 min and Mr. Jones for 5 min. 7:09:02 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 20: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, and Mr. Dreier for 5 min. 7:08:00 P.M. - Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 19: himself for 5 min, Mr. Jones for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, Mr. Dreier for 5 min, and Ms. Foxx for 5 min. 6:55:08 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:51:57 P.M. - H.R. 292 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 6:51:52 P.M. - H.R. 292 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:51:51 P.M. - H.R. 292 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 399 - 0 (Roll no. 12). 6:30:33 P.M. - H.R. 292 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 292 — "To amend title 44, United States Code, to eliminate the mandatory printing of bills and resolutions by the Government Printing Office for the use of the House of Representatives and Senate." 6:30:28 P.M. - UNFINIHSED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:27 P.M. - H. Res. 37 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:30:21 P.M. - H. Res. 37 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 6:30:05 P.M. - H. Res. 37 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 37 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 6:30:04 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 18. 5:29:07 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:28:00 P.M. - H.R. 2 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, the Chair postponed further consideration of H.R. 2. 3:01:59 P.M. - H.R. 2 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 7 hours of debate on H.R. 2. 3:00:48 P.M. - H.R. 2 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2 and H. Res. 9. Measure provides for consideration of H.R. 2, as amended, with the amendment printed in Part A of the report. H.R. 2, as amended, shall be debatable in the House for seven hours, equally divided and controlled. Measure provides for consideration of H. Res. 9 which shall be considered as read, debatable for one hour, equally divided and controlled, and makes in order the amendment printed in Part B of the report. 3:00:43 P.M. - H.R. 2 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 26. H.R. 2 — "To repeal the job-killing health care law and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010." 3:00:37 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 18. 2:30:07 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:29:05 P.M. - H.R. 292 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. 2:16:23 P.M. - H.R. 292 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 292. 2:16:21 P.M. - H.R. 292 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:16:08 P.M. - H.R. 292 Mr. Harper moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 292 — "To amend title 44, United States Code, to eliminate the mandatory printing of bills and resolutions by the Government Printing Office for the use of the House of Representatives and Senate." 2:15:42 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:15:39 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:10:15 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 2. 2:10:13 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:10:00 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 2 Mr. Harper moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. S. Con. Res. 2 — "Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for an event marking the 50th anniversary of the inaugural address of President John F. Kennedy." 2:09:44 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 2:02:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:02 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Womack to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:53 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:30 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable K. Michael Conaway to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:17 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 19, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:12 EDT Yes 10:00:58 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 20, 2011. 10:00:55 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:00:45 P.M. - Mr. Broun (GA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:13:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 6:12:29 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 38 and H. Res. 43. 6:06:33 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:05:03 P.M. - Mr. Bucshon requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 26: Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min and Mr. Jones for 5 min. 6:00:27 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:59:57 P.M. - GOVERNING BOARD, OFFICE OF CONGRESSIONAL ETHICS - Pursuant to section 4(c) of House Resolution 5, 112th Congress, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Chair announces the Speaker's nomination of the following individuals, with the concurrence of the Minority Leader: Mr. Porter J. Goss, Florida, Chairman; Mr. James M. Eagen, III, Colorado, subject to section 1(b)(6)(B); Ms. Allison R. Hayward, Virginia, subject to section 1(b)(6)(B); Mr. Bill Frenzel, Virginia, Alternate. The following individuals were nominated by the Minority Leader with the concurrence of the Speaker: Mr. David Skaggs, Colorado, Co-Chairman; Mrs. Yvonne Brathwaite Burke, California, subject to section 1(b)(6)(B); Ms. Karan English, Arizona, subject to section 1(b)(6)(B); Mr. Abner Mikva, Illinois, Alternate . 5:57:53 P.M. - Ms. Ros-Lehtinen asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Wednesday, January 19, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2011. Agreed to without objection. 5:54:11 P.M. - H. Res. 42 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:54:06 P.M. - H. Res. 42 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 5:53:22 P.M. - H. Res. 42 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 42 — "Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 5:53:20 P.M. - H.R. 2 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:53:19 P.M. - H.R. 2 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 245 - 189 (Roll no. 14). 5:45:48 P.M. - H.R. 2 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 185 - 245 (Roll no. 13). 5:23:47 P.M. - H.R. 2 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:16:34 P.M. - H.R. 2 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Andrews motion to recommit with instructions, pending reservation of a point of order. The reservation of the point of order was subsequently withdrawn. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment which requires the health care repeal shall not take effect unless a majority of Members of U.S. House of Representatives and a majority of U.S. Senators waive Federal Employees Health Benefits Program Benefits. 5:14:43 P.M. - H.R. 2 Mr. Andrews moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Education and the Workforce. 5:13:14 P.M. - H.R. 2 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:36:25 A.M. - H.R. 2 DEBATE - The House proceeded with the remaining five hours of debate on H.R. 2. 10:36:20 A.M. - H.R. 2 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2 — "To repeal the job-killing health care law and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010." 10:36:00 A.M. - H.R. 2 The Chair announced that pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, proceedings will now resume on H.R. 2. 10:35:27 A.M. - H. Res. 39 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:35:16 A.M. - H. Res. 39 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:35:00 A.M. - H. Res. 39 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 39 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 10:03:54 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. 10:02:33 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Heinrich to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:27 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:02 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:43 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mike Rogers to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:30 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 20, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:10 EDT Yes 2:05:58 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 24, 2011. 2:05:57 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:05:46 P.M. - Mr. Wolf moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:47:57 A.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 11:45:47 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 11:41:24 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 10 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:41:19 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 10 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 11:41:03 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 10 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 10 — "Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President." 11:40:30 A.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, January 20, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 12 p.m. Monday, January 24, 2011, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 11:08:18 A.M. - H. Res. 9 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:08:13 A.M. - H. Res. 9 On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 253 - 175 (Roll no. 16). 11:00:08 A.M. - H. Res. 9 On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 428 - 1 (Roll no. 15). 10:36:48 A.M. - H. Res. 9 The previous question was ordered on the amendment (A001) and the resolution pursuant to the rule. 10:30:49 A.M. - H. Res. 9 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 26, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson (UT) amendment. 10:30:16 A.M. - H. Res. 9 An amendment, offered by Mr. Matheson, printed in Part B of House Report 112-2 to instruct the committees of jurisdiction to include a permanent fix to the Medicare physician payment formula in legislation to replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Car Act. 9:15:16 A.M. - H. Res. 9 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 9. 9:14:55 A.M. - H. Res. 9 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2 and H. Res. 9. Measure provides for consideration of H.R. 2, as amended, with the amendment printed in Part A of the report. H.R. 2, as amended, shall be debatable in the House for seven hours, equally divided and controlled. Measure provides for consideration of H. Res. 9 which shall be considered as read, debatable for one hour, equally divided and controlled, and makes in order the amendment printed in Part B of the report. 9:14:50 A.M. - H. Res. 9 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 26. H. Res. 9 — "Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law." 9:03:08 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. 9:02:42 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. 9:02:40 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:19 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 24, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:08 EDT Yes 9:44:31 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 25, 2011. 9:44:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:44:12 P.M. - Mr. Carter moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:11:31 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:10:00 P.M. - Mr. Burton of IN requested the following general leaves to address the House on January 26: Mr. Paul for 5 min, himself for 5 min, and Mr. Turner for 5 min. 7:00:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:59:36 P.M. - H. Res. 43 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:59:35 P.M. - H. Res. 43 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 240 - 168 (Roll no. 18). 6:53:53 P.M. - H. Res. 43 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 174 (Roll no. 17). 6:31:16 P.M. - H. Res. 43 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 43 — "Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 38) to reduce spending through a transition to non-security spending at fiscal year 2008 levels." 6:30:01 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on ordering the previous question and adoption of H. Res. 43 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24. 6:25:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 6:25:39 P.M. - H. Res. 43 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 43, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dreier demanded the yeas and nays, and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 5:15:20 P.M. - H. Res. 43 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 43. 5:15:15 P.M. - H. Res. 43 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 43 — "Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 38) to reduce spending through a transition to non-security spending at fiscal year 2008 levels." 5:15:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24. 2:12:04 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:02:58 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:11 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Young of IN to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:04 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:02 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:10 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24. 12:18:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:01:08 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. 12:00:05 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:02 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 25, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:05 EDT Yes 10:21:30 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 26, 2011. 10:21:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:21:00 P.M. - Mr. Cantor moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:20:51 P.M. - Mr. Cantor moved 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. 112-1). The motion was agreed to. 10:19:31 P.M. - The House was called to order. 10:19:10 P.M. - JOINT SESSION DISSOLVED - The Speaker declared the Joint Session of the two Houses dissolved. 8:36:00 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. 8:35:50 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 25. 2:33:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 8:35 P.M. today for the purpose of receiving in a joint session with the Senate the President of the United States. 2:31:06 P.M. - The House received a communication from Nancy Pelosi, House Democratic Leader. Pursuant to Section 114(b) of the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development Act (2 U.S.C. 1103), Ms. Pelosi appointed the Honorable Terri A. Sewell of Alabama to the Board of Trustees for the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development for a term of six years 2:30:17 P.M. - Ms. Foxx filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 54. 2:29:39 P.M. - H. Res. 49 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:29:38 P.M. - H. Res. 49 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 0 (Roll no. 21). 2:22:27 P.M. - H. Res. 49 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 49 — "Providing Capitol-flown flags for recipients of the Medal of Honor." 2:22:02 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:21:58 P.M. - H. Res. 38 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:21:57 P.M. - H. Res. 38 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:21:55 P.M. - H. Res. 38 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 256 - 165 (Roll no. 20). 2:13:16 P.M. - H. Res. 38 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 184 - 242, 1 Present (Roll no. 19). 1:49:19 P.M. - H. Res. 38 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:48:29 P.M. - H. Res. 38 Mr. Bishop (NY) moved to recommit with instructions to Rules. 1:48:18 P.M. - H. Res. 38 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:42:36 P.M. - H. Res. 38 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 38. 12:42:03 P.M. - H. Res. 38 Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 38 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. The resolution provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Rules shall be considered as adopted. All points of order against consideration of the resolution are waived. 12:41:58 P.M. - H. Res. 38 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 43. H. Res. 38 — "To reduce spending through a transition to non-security spending at fiscal year 2008 levels." 12:39:48 P.M. - H.R. 366 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:39:44 P.M. - H.R. 366 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:35:09 P.M. - H.R. 366 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 366. 12:35:07 P.M. - H.R. 366 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:35:00 P.M. - H.R. 366 Mr. Graves (MO) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 366 — "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." 12:33:56 P.M. - H. Res. 53 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:33:50 P.M. - H. Res. 53 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:33:38 P.M. - H. Res. 53 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 53 — "Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 12:33:10 P.M. - H. Res. 49 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:18:12 P.M. - H. Res. 49 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 49. 12:18:10 P.M. - H. Res. 49 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:18:00 P.M. - H. Res. 49 Mr. Latham moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 49 — "Providing Capitol-flown flags for recipients of the Medal of Honor." 12:17:29 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 12:17:07 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II 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 January 25, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. stating that that body had agreed to H. Con. Res. 10 without amendment. 12:03:01 P.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. 12:02:57 P.M. - H. Res. 52 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:02:52 P.M. - H. Res. 52 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:02:29 P.M. - H. Res. 52 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 52 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 12:01:48 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. 12:01:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:11 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 25. 10:33:52 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:17 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. 10:00:43 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tom McClintock to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:32 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 26, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:03 EDT Yes 2:56:51 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 1. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on February 8, 2011. 2:56:49 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:56:35 P.M. - Ms. Chu moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:25:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:24:48 P.M. - The House received a communication from Heath Shuler, Member of Congress. Mr. Shuler notified the House that he was taking a leave of absence from the Committee on Small Business until his tenure on the Committee on the Budget is completed. It was his understanding from Clause C of Rule 19 of the Democratic Caucus Rules that he would continue to accrue seniority during the leave of absence, at the same rate as if he had continued to serve on the Committee on Small Business. Accompanying this letter was a letter from the Democratic Leader verifying that his seniority on the Committee on Small Business will continue to accrue during his absence. 2:23:46 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Ms. Lofgren, Zoe . Ms. Lofgren, Zoe submitted her resignation from the Committee on Ethics. The resignation was accepted without objection. 2:17:45 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded further with one minute speeches. 2:16:04 P.M. - JOINT ECONOMIC COMMITTEE - Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1024(a), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the JOINT ECONOMIC COMMITTEE: Mr. Brady of TX, Mr. Burgess, Mr. Camp, Mr. Duffy, Mr. Amash and Mr. Mulvaney. 2:15:03 P.M. - Pursuant to section 201(a)(2) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment - Control Act of 1974 (2. U.S.C. 601), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker and President Pro Tempore of the Senate announced that they had jointly appointed Dr. Douglas W. Elmendorf as Director of the Congressional Budget Office for the term expiring January 3, 2015. 2:15:02 P.M. - HOUSE DEMOCRACY PARTNERSHIP - Pursuant to section 4(a) of House Resolution 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the HOUSE DEMOCRACY PARTNERSHIP: Mr. Dreier, Mr. Fortenberry, Mrs. Biggert, Mr. Conaway, Mr. Buchanan, Mr. Boustany, Mr. Wilson of SC, Mr. Roskam, Mr. Crenshaw and Mr. Diaz-Balart. 2:15:01 P.M. - UNITED STATES GROUP OF THE NATO PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 1928a, Clause 10 of rule 1, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the UNITED STATES GROUP OF THE NATO PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY: Mr. Turner, Mr. Shimkus, Mr. Shuster, Mr. Miller of FL, Mrs. Emerson, Ms. Granger and Mr. Bilirakis. 2:15:00 P.M. - BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION - Pursuant to sections 5580 and 5581 of the revised statutes (20 U.S.C 42-43), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION: Mr. Johnson Sam of TX and Mr. LaTourette. 2:14:49 P.M. - PERMANENT SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELELLIGENCE - Pursuant to clause 11 of rule X, clause 11 of rule I, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the PERMANENT SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELELLIGENCE: Mr. Ruppersberger, Mr. Thompson of CA, Ms. Schakowsky, Mr. Langevin, Mr. Schiff, Mr. Boren, Mr. Gutierrez and Mr. Chandler. 2:14:48 P.M. - H. Res. 62 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:14:38 P.M. - H. Res. 62 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:14:22 P.M. - H. Res. 62 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 62 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 2:13:31 P.M. - H.R. 359 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:13:30 P.M. - H.R. 359 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 160 (Roll no. 25). 2:05:52 P.M. - H.R. 359 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 173 - 228 (Roll no. 24). 1:49:04 P.M. - H.R. 359 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:40:22 P.M. - H.R. 359 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the Committee on Ways and means to report the bill back to the House forthwith with an amendment which strikes all after the enacting clause and inserts in lieu thereof a complete new text. 1:36:51 P.M. - H.R. 359 Mr. Walz (MN) moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. 1:36:07 P.M. - H.R. 359 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 1:35:51 P.M. - H.R. 359 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:35:50 P.M. - H.R. 359 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 359. 1:35:12 P.M. - H.R. 359 On agreeing to the Peters amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 396 - 7 (Roll no. 23). 1:11:13 P.M. - H.R. 359 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of the Peters amendment which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:08:09 P.M. - H.R. 359 Mr. Roskam raised a point of order against the Polis amendment. Mr. Roskam stated that the provisions of the amendment violated clause 10, of rule XXI. The Chair sustained the point of order. 1:01:22 P.M. - H.R. 359 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 54, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Polis amendment in the nature of a substitute under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 1:01:16 P.M. - H.R. 359 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 5 printed in the Congressional Record to insert an entirely new text. 1:00:53 P.M. - H.R. 359 By unanimous consent, the Moore amendment was withdrawn. 12:58:01 P.M. - H.R. 359 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 54, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Moore amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 12:58:00 P.M. - H.R. 359 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Ms. Moore, numbered 6 printed in the Congressional Record to insert an entirely new text. 12:57:44 P.M. - H.R. 359 By unanimous consent, the Tsongas amendment was withdrawn. 12:54:35 P.M. - H.R. 359 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 54, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tsongas amendment under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 12:54:33 P.M. - H.R. 359 An amendment, offered by Ms. Tsongas, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section entitled Prohibition on the Use of Federal Funds for Presidential Campaign and Lobbying Activities. 12:54:22 P.M. - H.R. 359 By unanimous consent, the Castor (FL) amendment was withdrawn. 12:48:58 P.M. - H.R. 359 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 54, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Castor (FL) amendment number 2 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 12:48:30 P.M. - H.R. 359 An amendment, offered by Ms. Castor (FL), numbered 2 printed in the Congressional Record to transfer funds in the Presidential Election Campaign Fund to the Office of Justice programs to provide for local law enforcement costs of providing security at Presidential nominating conventions. 12:48:14 P.M. - H.R. 359 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Peters amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and announced by voice vote the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Peters requested a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 12:44:48 P.M. - H.R. 359 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 54, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Peters amendment under the five-minute rule. 12:44:42 P.M. - H.R. 359 An amendment, offered by Mr. Peters, numbered 1 printed in the Congressional Record to add language to the bill stipulating that all amounts in the Presidential Election Campaign Fund after the date of the enactment of the legislation shall be transferred by the Secretary to the general fund of Treasury only if used to reduce the deficit. 11:44:51 A.M. - H.R. 359 The Committee of the Whole resumed its sitting. 11:43:40 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 3. 11:42:05 A.M. - H.R. 359 The Committee of the Whole rose informally to receive a message. 11:35:01 A.M. - H.R. 359 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 359. 11:34:19 A.M. - H.R. 359 The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Chairman of the Committee. 11:34:17 A.M. - H.R. 359 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 54 and Rule XVIII. 11:33:43 A.M. - H.R. 359 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 359 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is open to amendments. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. All points of order against provisions of the bill are waived. 11:33:38 A.M. - H.R. 359 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 54. H.R. 359 — "To reduce Federal spending and the deficit by terminating taxpayer financing of presidential election campaigns and party conventions." 11:31:41 A.M. - H. Res. 54 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:31:22 A.M. - H. Res. 54 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:31:19 A.M. - H. Res. 54 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 178 (Roll no. 22). 10:15:13 A.M. - H. Res. 54 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 54. 10:15:05 A.M. - H. Res. 54 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 54 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 359) to reduce Federal spending and the deficit by terminating taxpayer financing of presidential election campaigns and party conventions." 10:02:49 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. 10:02:08 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Slaughter to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:57 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:22 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 8, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:01 EDT Yes 9:56:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 9, 2011. 9:56:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:56:00 P.M. - Mr. Faleomavaega moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:23:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:08:37 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:07:06 P.M. - RONALD REAGAN CENTENNIAL COMMISSION - Pursuant to Section 4 of the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-25), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Schock of Illinois to the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission . 7:06:26 P.M. - COMMISSION ON SECURITY AND COOPERATION IN EUROPE - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C 3003, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Smith of New Jersey, Chairman; Mr. Pitts of Pennsylvania; Mr. Aderholt of Alabama; and Mr. Gingrey of Georgia to the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe . 7:05:00 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 72 and H. Res. 73. 7:04:56 P.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent that the chair of each committee be permitted to submit their respective committee rules for publication in the Congressional Record and that the chair of the Committee on the Budget be permitted to submit material related to the budget process for publication in the Congressional Record. 7:03:52 P.M. - H.R. 514 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 277 - 148 (Roll no. 26). 6:31:16 P.M. - H.R. 514 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 514 — "To extend expiring provisions of the USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005 and Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 relating to access to business records, individual terrorists as agents of foreign powers, and roving wiretaps until December 8, 2011." 6:31:03 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:30 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 8. 3:12:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 3:11:01 P.M. - Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission - Pursuant to Section 4 of the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission Act (Public Law 111-25) the Minority Leader appointed the following member of the House to the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission: Mr. Reyes . 3:11:00 P.M. - House Democracy Partnership - Pursuant to Section 4(b) of H. Res. 5, 111th Congress the Minority Leader appointed the following members of the House to the House Democracy Partnership: Mr. Price of NC, Mrs. Capps, Mr. Holt, Ms. Schwartz, Mr. Payne, Mr. Farr, Mr. Ellison, Ms. Hirono and Ms. Roybal-Allard . 3:10:20 P.M. - Board of Trustees of the Congressional Hunger Fellows Program - Pursuant to Section 4404(c)(2) of the Congressional Hunger Fellows Act of 2002 (2 U.S.C) 1161, the Minority Leader appointed Mr. James P. McGovern of Worchester, Massachusetts . 3:10:10 P.M. - National Council on the Arts - Pursuant to the National Foundation on the Arts and Humanities Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 955(b) note) the Minority Leader appointed the following member of the House to the National Council on the Arts: Ms. McCollum . 3:10:00 P.M. - H.R. 514 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. 2:26:59 P.M. - H.R. 514 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 514. 2:26:57 P.M. - H.R. 514 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:26:41 P.M. - H.R. 514 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 514 — "To extend expiring provisions of the USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005 and Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 relating to access to business records, individual terrorists as agents of foreign powers, and roving wiretaps until December 8, 2011." 2:26:14 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:25:21 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 4, 2011 at 11:52 a.m. stating that that body had approved an appointment to the Senate National Security Working Group. 2:24:22 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 3, 2011 at 10:33 a.m. stating that that body had approved appointments to the Senate National Security Working Group, Board of Trustees of Gallaudet University, United States Holocaust Memorial Council, Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, United States-China Interparliamentary Group conference, United States-Japan Interparliamentary Group conference, Mexico-United States Interparliamentary Group conference, United States-Russia Interparliamentar 2:23:50 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 2, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. stating that that body had passed S. 188 and approved appointments to the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission and the President's Export Council. 2:23:39 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 1, 2011 at 10:52 a.m. stating that that body had approved appointments to the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2:23:15 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 message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 27, 2011 at 4:03 p.m. stating that that body had approved an appointment to the Congressional Budget Office. 2:22:14 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 26, 2011 at 4:50 p.m. stating that that body had passed H.R. 366 and approved an appointment to the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission. 2:18:49 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed one minute speeches. 2:17:21 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13396 of February 7, 2006, with respect to the situation in or in relation to Cote d'Ivoire is to continue in effect beyond February 7, 2011. - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-8). 2:16:00 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 January 26, 2011, at 3:55 p.m. which is said to contain a message from the President whereby he submits 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. 2:02:53 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:28 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:14 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:49 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 9, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:58 EDT Yes 5:58:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 10, 2011. 5:58:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:58:00 P.M. - Mr. Thompson (PA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:57:43 P.M. - ADJUSTED WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule 20, the Chair announces to the House that, in light of the resignation of the gentleman from New York, Mr. Lee, the whole number of the House is 434. 5:57:42 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Lee (NY) wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 5:00 p.m. on February 9, 2011. 3:51:08 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order Speeches. 3:50:47 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 79. 3:02:01 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order Speeches. 3:00:00 P.M. - Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 3003, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Burgess of Texas . 2:12:39 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:06:53 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:05:21 P.M. - H. Res. 78 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:05:14 P.M. - H. Res. 78 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:04:52 P.M. - H. Res. 78 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 78 — "Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 2:03:54 P.M. - H.R. 519 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 259 - 169 (Roll no. 28). 1:55:19 P.M. - H.R. 519 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 519 — "To secure the return to the United States the $179 million overpaid into the United Nations Tax Equalization Fund as of December 31, 2009, and for other purposes." 1:55:09 P.M. - S. 188 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:55:08 P.M. - S. 188 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 429 - 0 (Roll no. 27). 1:30:03 P.M. - S. 188 Considered as unfinished business. S. 188 — "To designate the United States courthouse under construction at 98 West First Street, Yuma, Arizona, as the "John M. Roll United States Courthouse"." 1:29:41 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:29:32 P.M. - H.R. 519 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:39:52 P.M. - H.R. 519 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 519. 12:39:48 P.M. - H.R. 519 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:39:32 P.M. - H.R. 519 Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 519 — "To secure the return to the United States the $179 million overpaid into the United Nations Tax Equalization Fund as of December 31, 2009, and for other purposes." 12:38:38 P.M. - S. 188 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. 12:16:51 P.M. - S. 188 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 188. 12:16:49 P.M. - S. 188 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:16:17 P.M. - S. 188 Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 188 — "To designate the United States courthouse under construction at 98 West First Street, Yuma, Arizona, as the "John M. Roll United States Courthouse"." 12:16:12 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 12:15:53 P.M. - United States Capitol Preservation Commission - Pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 2081, the Minority Leader appointed Marcy Kaptur of Ohio, (re-appointment) . 12:15:52 P.M. - Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission - Pursuant to section 4(b) of House Resolution 5, 112th Congress, the Minority Leader appointed James P. McGovern of Massachusetts, Co-Chair, (re-appointment) . 12:15:51 P.M. - Congressional Award Board - Pursuant to section 803(a) of the Congressional Recognition for Excellence in Arts Education Act (2 U.S.C. 803(a)), the Minority Leader appointed Shelia Jackson Lee of Texas . 12:01:23 P.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. 12:00:56 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Jackson to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:00:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:39 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 February 9. 10:29:26 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:51 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. 10:00:32 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:22 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 10, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:56 EDT Yes 10:00:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 11, 2011. 10:00:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:00:00 P.M. - Mr. Ellison moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:21:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 9:19:58 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded further with one minute speeches. 9:18:21 P.M. - H. Res. 72 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule 19, the Chair postponed further consideration of H. Res. 72. 3:28:20 P.M. - H. Res. 72 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 9 hours and 30 minutes of debate on H. Res. 72. 3:26:58 P.M. - H. Res. 72 Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 72 with 9 hours and 30 minutes of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions is allowed. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. All points of order against the resolution are waived. The resolution provides that the amendment recommended by the Committee on Rules now printed in H. Res. 72 shall be considered as adopted. 3:26:53 P.M. - H. Res. 72 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 73. H. Res. 72 — "Directing certain standing committees to inventory and review existing, pending, and proposed regulations and orders from agencies of the Federal Government, particularly with respect to their effect on jobs and economic growth." 3:26:49 P.M. - H. Res. 73 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:26:48 P.M. - H. Res. 73 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 255 - 169 (Roll no. 31). 3:18:44 P.M. - H. Res. 73 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 180 (Roll no. 30). 3:11:00 P.M. - H. Res. 73 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 73 — "Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 72) directing certain standing committees to inventory and review existing, pending, and proposed regulations and orders from agencies of the Federal Government, particularly with respect to their effect on jobs and economic growth." 3:10:59 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of ordering the previous question on H. Res. 73 and adoption of the resolution if ordered, all of which had been debated earlier, and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:10:53 P.M. - H. Res. 79 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:10:52 P.M. - H. Res. 79 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 176 (Roll no. 29). 2:47:54 P.M. - H. Res. 79 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:39:20 P.M. - H. Res. 79 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 79. 1:38:20 P.M. - H. Res. 79 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 79 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 514) to extend expiring provisions of the USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005 and Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 relating to access to business records, individual terrorists as agents of foreign powers, and roving wiretaps until December 8, 2011." 1:38:02 P.M. - H. Res. 73 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 73, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote, the Chair announced the yeas had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (FL) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 12:26:27 P.M. - H. Res. 73 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 73. 12:24:47 P.M. - H. Res. 73 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 73 — "Providing for consideration of the resolution (H.Res. 72) directing certain standing committees to inventory and review existing, pending, and proposed regulations and orders from agencies of the Federal Government, particularly with respect to their effect on jobs and economic growth." 12:06:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed one minute speeches. 12:06:10 P.M. - The House received a communication from John V. Sullivan, House Parliamentarian. Mr. Sullivan submitted to the House a facsimile of a letter of resignation submitted by Rep. Christopher J. Lee to the pertinent Executive authority in the State of New York which was received in the Capitol on February 9, 2011. The facsimile previously laid before the House had been addressed to the Governor rather than to the Secretary of State. This document will round out the papers of the House on the matter of Rep. Christopher J. Lee's resignation. 12:02:31 P.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. 12:02:02 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Murphy of PA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:58 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:49 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archdiocese of Washington, Washington, DC. 12:00:25 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 10. 10:34:55 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:41 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. 10:00:26 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jason Chaffetz to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:14 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 11, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:54 EDT Yes 7:08:55 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on February 14, 2011. 7:08:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:08:00 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:07:04 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 11. 2:10:38 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:04:21 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:59 P.M. - Mr. Campbell asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, February 11, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 12 p.m. on Monday, February 14, 2011, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 1:58:06 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 344 - 50, 1 Present (Roll no. 34). 1:50:29 P.M. - H. Res. 72 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:50:28 P.M. - H. Res. 72 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 391 - 28 (Roll no. 33). 1:33:37 P.M. - H. Res. 72 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 178 - 242 (Roll no. 32). 1:10:02 P.M. - H. Res. 72 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:09:05 P.M. - H. Res. 72 The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the resolution to be reported back to the House forthwith with an amendment adding a new section directing committees to place a high priority on preserving the standards that ensure the safety of the Nation's food supply, safe drinking water, and the safety of children's toys. 1:09:04 P.M. - H. Res. 72 Mr. Carnahan moved to recommit with instructions to Rules. 1:08:48 P.M. - H. Res. 72 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 9:13:46 A.M. - H. Res. 72 DEBATE - The Chair announced that when consideration of H. Res. 72 was postponed on Thursday, February 10, 2011, 4 hours of debate remained on the resolution, with 3 hours equally divided and controlled by the chairs and ranking minority members of the Committees on the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Oversight and Government Reform, and 1 hour equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Majority and Minority Leader or their designees. 9:13:33 A.M. - H. Res. 72 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 72 — "Directing certain standing committees to inventory and review existing, pending, and proposed regulations and orders from agencies of the Federal Government, particularly with respect to their effect on jobs and economic growth." 9:03:05 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 9:02:43 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Altmire to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:24 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Poe (TX) 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. Poe objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 9:01:01 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:18 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 14, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:52 EDT Yes 10:01:17 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 15, 2011. 10:01:16 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:01:06 P.M. - Mr. Woodall moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:59:00 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 92. 7:25:43 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:11:39 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:09:53 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 352 - 59, 3 Present (Roll no. 37). 7:03:05 P.M. - H.R. 514 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:03:04 P.M. - H.R. 514 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 275 - 144 (Roll no. 36). 6:54:31 P.M. - H.R. 514 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 186 - 234 (Roll no. 35). 6:33:13 P.M. - H.R. 514 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 6:24:01 P.M. - H.R. 514 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the motion to recommit with instructions. Pending the reservation of a point of order, subsequently the reservation was withdrawn. 6:22:25 P.M. - H.R. 514 Mr. Thompson (CA) moved to recommit with instructions to Judiciary. 6:21:03 P.M. - H.R. 514 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:13:52 P.M. - H.R. 514 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 514. 5:13:44 P.M. - H.R. 514 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 514 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 provisions in the bill are waived. 5:13:39 P.M. - H.R. 514 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 79. H.R. 514 — "To extend expiring provisions of the USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005 and Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 relating to access to business records, individual terrorists as agents of foreign powers, and roving wiretaps until December 8, 2011." 5:11:00 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting his Budget of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2012 - referred to the Committee on Appropriations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-3). 5:10:12 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 Clerk notified the House that she had received a sealed envelope from the White House on February 14, 2011 at 2:35 p.m. which is said to contain a message from the President whereby he submits his Budget of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2012. 5:10:06 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 2:06:37 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:03:57 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:27 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Schock to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:57 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Schock 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. Schock 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. 2:00:42 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:33 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 12:08:25 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:02:53 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. 12:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Rob Bishop to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 15, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:48 EDT Yes 1:13:21 A.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 16, 2011. 1:13:11 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 1:13:09 A.M. - Mr. Chaffetz moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:12:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1 as unfinished business. 1:11:50 A.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 1:11:28 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the Committee rise. 1:10:34 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pascrell amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Aderholt demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:52:19 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pascrell amendment numbered 223 under the five-minute rule. 12:51:20 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pascrell, numbered 223 printed in the Congressional Record to increase funding for Firefighter Assistance Grants by $510 million offset by a reduction in funding for the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology R&D by the same amount. 12:47:25 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the DeFazio amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. DeFazio demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:40:22 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the DeFazio amendment numbered 98 under the five-minute rule. 12:40:07 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. DeFazio, numbered 98 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate the funding for the Selective Service System ($24.032 million) and to apply the savings to the deficit. 12:33:44 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Latta amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Latta demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:29:32 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Latta amendment numbered 259 under the five-minute rule. 12:29:08 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Latta, numbered 259 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy by $70 million. 12:28:37 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Tonko amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Tonko demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:23:52 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tonko amendment numbered 4 under the five-minute rule. 12:23:32 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tonko, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to strike the prohibition on Weatherization and State Energy Program Funding. 12:22:27 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McClintock amendment; Failed by voice vote. 12:17:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the McClintock amendment numbered 315 under the five-minute rule. 12:17:39 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McClintock, numbered 315 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate the funding for Solar R&D within EERE ($247 million) and to apply the amount to the deficit reduction account. 12:16:50 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McClintock amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:16:02 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the McClintock amendment numbered 297 under the five minute rule. 12:15:41 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McClintock, numbered 297 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funds used for the Klamath Dam Removal and Sedimentation Study being conducted by the Bureau of Reclamation and the Fish and Wildlife Service by $1.897 million and apply the amount to the deficit reduction account. 12:12:02 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Inslee amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Inslee demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:04:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Inslee amendment number 395 under the five-minute rule. 12:04:13 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Inslee, numbered 395 printed in the Congressional Record to increase the funding for the ARPA-E account by $20 million offset by a reduction in the Fossil Energy account of $20 million. 12:03:54 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Biggert amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Biggert demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:52:51 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Biggert amendment No. 192 under the five-minute rule. 11:51:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Biggert, numbered 192 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funding for the ARPA-E account by $50 million and apply the amount to the deficit reduction account. 11:43:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Duncan (SC) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Duncan (SC) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:27:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Duncan (SC) amendment No. 110 under the five-minute rule. 11:27:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Duncan (SC), numbered 110 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the amount for the Legal Services Corporation by $324 million. 11:24:43 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Wolf raised a point of order against the Cohen amendment. Mr. Wolf stated that the provisions of the amendment seek to propose a net increase in budget authority in the bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:09:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Cohen amendment number 173 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 11:08:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cohen, numbered 173 printed in the Congressional Record to increase funding for the Legal Services Corporation by $70 million. 11:03:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Olson amendment was withdrawn. 10:52:21 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Olson amendment number 78 under the five-minute rule. 10:52:18 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Olson, numbered 78 printed in the Congressional Record to decrease/increase the amount available for NASA Space Operations by $517 million. 10:51:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED CONSIDERATION - At the conclusion of debate on the Weiner amendment, as modified, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Weiner demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:26:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Weiner amendment number 125, as modified under the five-minute rule. 10:25:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 Weiner amendment; modified by unanimous consent. The modication makes a technical correction. 10:25:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Weiner, numbered 125 printed in the Congressional Record to increase the Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services by $298,000,000 and reducing the NASA by $298,000,000. 10:24:45 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Wolf raised a point of order against the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment. Mr. Wolf stated that the amendment seeks to increase net Budget authority. The Chair sustained the point of order. 10:16:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Wolf reserved a point of order againist the Jackson Lee amendment numbered 240 printed in the Congressional Record. 10:15:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 240 printed in the Congressional Record to strike the section that reduces the fund for the Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Service by $290,500,000. 10:14:33 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Holt amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:11:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 12 printed in the Congressional Record to redirect $20 million in funding for the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance. 10:09:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Latta amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Latta demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:05:35 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on Latta amendment number 260 under the five-minute rule. 10:04:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Latta, numbered 260 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funds in the Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Construction of Research Facilities by $10,000,000. 9:59:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 9:55:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on Flake amendment number 368 under the five-minute rule. 9:54:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 368 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funds to the Department of Justice, General Administration, National Drug Intelligence Center by $34,023,000. 9:51:44 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Michaud amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Michaud demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 9:48:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on Michaud amendment number 153 under the five-minute rule. 9:48:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Michaud, numbered 153 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the the Census by $80 million and increasing EDA by $80 million. 9:41:03 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Kingston raised a point of order against the Connolly (VA) amendment. Mr. Kingston stated that the amendment seeks to transfer funds between the subcommittees. The Chair sustained the point of order. 9:36:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Kingston reserved a point of order againist the Connolly (VA) amendment numbered 93 printed in the Congressional Record. 9:35:29 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Connolly (VA), numbered 93 printed in the Congresssional Record to reduce funds for the Agricultural Programs, Food Safety and Inspection Service by $200,000,000. 9:33:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Defazio amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Kingston demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 9:22:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on Defazio amendment number 97 under the five-minute rule. 9:22:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. DeFazio, numbered 97 printed in the Congressional Record to increase funding (by transfer) for the Agricultural Programs, National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Integrated Activities by $5 million. 9:05:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Frelinghuysen raised a point of order against the Baldwin amendment. Mr. Frelinghuysen stated that the amendment seeks to amend portions of the bill not yet read for consideration. The Chair sustained the point of order. 9:02:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Frelinghuysen reserved a point of order againist the Baldwin amendment numbered 45 printed in the Congressional Record. 9:00:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Baldwin, numbered 45 printed in the Congressional Record to add at the end of division A a new section. 8:59:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Holt amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Holt demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:55:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on Holt amendment number 237 under the five-minute rule. 8:55:14 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 237 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the Iraq Security Forces Fund by $1,500,000,000. 8:53:55 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jones amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Jones demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:41:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on Jones amendment number 95 under the five-minute rule. 8:41:16 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Jones, numbered 95 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate the Afghanistan Infrastructure fund. 8:40:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rooney amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rooney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:10:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole resumed debate on the Rooney amendment No. 2. 8:10:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. 8:09:11 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 93. 8:08:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 8:08:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Young (FL) moved that the committee rise. 7:39:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Rooney amendment number 2 under the five-minute rule. 7:39:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rooney, numbered 2 printed in the Congresssional Record to reduce Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation, Navy by $ 225,000,000, reduce Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation, Air Force by $225,000,000 and increase Defense by $450,000,000 7:38:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Quigley amendment; Failed by voice vote. 7:27:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Quigley amendment number 162 under the five-minute rule. 7:27:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Quigley, numbered 162 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce Title IV the Research, Development, Test and Evaluation by 10%. 7:25:18 P.M. - H.R. 1 Subsequently, the Committee resumed it's sitting. 7:24:40 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 514 amended. 7:24:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 The Committee of the Whole rose informally to receive a message from the Senate. 7:23:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 109 - 320 (Roll no. 44). 7:18:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Gutierrez amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 105 - 326 (Roll no. 43). 7:12:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 72 - 358 (Roll no. 42). 7:08:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 207 - 223 (Roll no. 41). 6:39:50 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:39:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pompeo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pompeo demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 6:21:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pompeo amendment number 86 under the five-minute rule. 6:21:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 86 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funds in Title IV the Research, Development, Test and Evaluation and increase Defense by $115,520,000. 6:18:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Gutierrez amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Gutierrez demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 6:10:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Gutierrez amendment number 63 under the five-minute rule. 6:09:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Gutierrez, numbered 63 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the amount for Aircraft Procurement, Navy by $21,985,000, the Aircraft Procurement, Air Force by $393,098,000 and increase Defense by $415,083,000. 6:00:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pompeo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:43:31 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pompeo amendment number 87 under the five-minute rule. 5:43:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 87 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate all funding for the Innovative Research Fund. 5:37:44 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:37:14 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 92, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Flake amendment number 370 under the five-minute rule. 3:36:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 370 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funding by $18,750,000 for unneeded boards and commissions. 2:14:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1. 2:13:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 The Speaker designated the Honorable Frank D. Lucas to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:13:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 92 and Rule XVIII. 2:13:36 P.M. - H.R. 1 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1 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 read by paragraph. Specified amendments are in order. The resolution makes in order only those amendments received for printing in the Congressional Record dated at least one day before the day of consideration of the amendment (but no later that February 15, 2011). The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. The requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House is waived with respect to any resolution reported providing for consideration or disposition of H.R. 1. 2:13:31 P.M. - H.R. 1 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 92. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 2:12:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 17 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:12:36 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 17 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 243 - 176 (Roll no. 40). 2:06:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 17 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 17 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 2:05:06 P.M. - H. Res. 92 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:05:05 P.M. - H. Res. 92 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 242 - 174, 2 Present (Roll no. 39). 1:55:14 P.M. - H. Res. 92 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 179 (Roll no. 38). 1:31:02 P.M. - H. Res. 92 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 92 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes, and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules." 1:31:01 P.M. - UNFINSHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 92, adoption of H. Res. 92, if ordered, and on agreeing to H. Con. Res. 17 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:30:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 17 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on the adoption of the concurrent resolution, and by voice vote, the Chair announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Woodall 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. 1:28:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 17 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 17 — "Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses." 1:27:32 P.M. - H. Res. 92 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 92, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote, the Chair announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Woodall demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 12:12:21 P.M. - H. Res. 92 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 92. 12:10:09 P.M. - H. Res. 92 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 92 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes, and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules." 12:02:04 P.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. 12:01:15 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Jackson to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:08 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:01 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:09 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 15. 10:58:05 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:06 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. 10:00:37 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Renee L. Ellmers to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:21 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 16, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:45 EDT Yes 3:43:48 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 17, 2011. 3:43:47 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:43:39 A.M. - Mr. Chaffetz moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:42:34 A.M. - Mr. Chaffetz asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, February 17 (Legislative day of Wednesday, February 16), it adjourn to meet at 9 a.m. on Thursday, February 17, 2011. Agreed to without objection. 3:41:36 A.M. - H.R. 1 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1 as unfinished business. 3:41:26 A.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 3:41:06 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the Committee rise. 3:40:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by voice vote. 3:30:56 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Polis amendment under the five-minute rule. 3:30:34 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 68 printed in the Congressional Record to create an exception for TIFIA projects within ARRA reductions. 3:25:16 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Sessions amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Olver demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:12:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Sessions amendment under the five-minute rule. 3:12:03 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sessions, numbered 43 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the funding for AMTRAK Capitol by $446.9 million. 3:11:58 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Latham raised a point of order against the Nadler amendment. Mr. Latham stated that the amendment proposes a net gain in budget authority in the bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 3:03:22 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Nadler amendment under the five-minute rule. 3:02:58 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Nadler, numbered 511 printed in the Congressional Record to add back all transportation funding. 2:45:16 A.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Franks (AZ) amendment was withdrawn. 2:40:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Franks (AZ) amendment under the five-minute rule. 2:40:27 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Franks (AZ), numbered 481 printed in the Congressional Record to add language to Egypt on fulfilling the Egypt-Israel Treaty. 2:37:34 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Heller amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Heller demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 2:25:26 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Heller amendment under the five-minute rule. 2:24:58 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Heller, numbered 29 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce several multilateral accounts. 2:23:14 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McClintock amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:21:16 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the McClintock amendment under the five-minute rule. 2:20:34 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McClintock, numbered 291 printed in the Congressional Record eliminate debt restructuring, and increases Spending Reduction Account. 2:17:21 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Canseco amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Canseco demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 2:09:33 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Canseco amendment under the five-minute rule. 2:09:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Canseco, numbered 248 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate the East-West Center, and increases Spending Reduction Account. 2:09:00 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Weiner amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Cravaack demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 1:36:38 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Weiner amendment under the five-minute rule. 1:36:15 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Weiner, numbered 100 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce USIP by $42,676,000, and increases Spending Reduction Account. 1:19:16 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Whitfield amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:07:26 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Whitfield amendment under the five-minute rule. 1:07:25 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Whitfield, numbered 108 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the account for greening of the Capitol by $1.5 million and to increase the reduction in legislative expenses by a similar amount. 12:57:14 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Lee (CA) amendment. Mr. Rehberg stated that the amendment proposes to change existing law. The Chair sustained the point of order. 12:45:53 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lee (CA) amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 12:45:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Lee (CA), numbered 221 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section regarding rules related to additional weeks of first-tier emergency unemployment compensation. 12:29:00 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Tonko amendment. Mr. Rehberg stated that the amendment proposes an increase in net budget authority in the bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 12:24:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tonko amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 12:24:37 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tonko, numbered 16 printed in the Congressional Record to strike section 1846 which provides a limitation on Administrative Expenses for the Social Security Administration. 12:21:08 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Tonko amendment. Mr. Rehberg stated that the amendment proposes a net increase in budget authority in the bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 12:16:32 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tonko amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 12:16:22 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tonko, numbered 15 printed in the Congressional Record to strike section 1844 which provides a limitation on Administrative Expenses for the Social Security Administration. 12:15:30 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Price (GA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. George Miller (CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:01:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Price (GA) amendment under the five-minute rule. 12:01:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Price (GA), numbered 410 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate funding for the National Labor Relations Board. 11:43:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Blumenauer amendment. Mr. Rehberg stated that the amendment proposes a limitation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:37:28 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Blumenauer amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 11:37:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Blumenauer, numbered 436 printed in the Congressional Record to provide funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. 11:29:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment. Mr. Rehberg stated that the amendment proposes a net increase in budget authority in the bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:20:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Jackson Lee amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 11:20:29 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 239 printed in the Congressional Record to increase the funding levels for Pell grants without benefit of offsets. 11:18:47 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Chu amendment. Mr. Rehberg stated that the amendment proposes a net increase in budget authority in the bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:14:55 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Chu amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 11:14:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Chu, numbered 490 printed in the Congressional Record to increase the funding level in the bill for Pell Grants without benefit of offsets. 11:12:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Young (AK) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:05:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Young (AK) amendment under the five-minute rule. 11:04:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Young (AK), numbered 532 printed in the Congressional Record to restore the education funding authority for Alaskan and Hawaiian Native Americans. 10:56:33 P.M. - H.R. 1 The Committee of the Whole proceeded with pro forma amendments under the five-minute rule. 10:55:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McMorris Rogers amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:41:45 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the McMorris Rogers amendment under the five-minute rule. 10:40:21 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. McMorris Rodgers, numbered 276 printed in the Congressional Record to increase IDEA state grants to FY 2010 levels and reduce school improvement grants and teacher quality grants by necessary amounts to fully offset outlays. 10:39:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:08:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Flake amendment number 457 under the five-minute rule. 10:07:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 457 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funding for the Children and Families Services Program, and the Community Service Block Grant, each, by $100,000,000. 9:48:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Barletta amendment was withdrawn. 9:45:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Barletta amendment number 111 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 9:44:35 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Barletta, numbered 111 printed in the Congressional Record to increase funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program by $42,676,000. 8:52:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rehberg raised a point of order against the Markey amendment. stating that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 8:48:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Markey (MA) amendment number 160 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 8:48:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 160 printed in the Congressional Record to increase the Low Income Home Energy Assistance funding by $390,328,000. 8:47:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bass (NH) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:44:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Bass (NH) amendment number 565 under the five-minute rule. 8:44:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bass (NH), numbered 565 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services. 8:30:10 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Reed amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Reed demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:21:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Reed amendment number 381 under the five-minute rule. 8:20:51 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Reed, numbered 381 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce Presidio Trust, Presido Trust Fund by $15,000,000. 8:19:55 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Canseco amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Canseco demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:10:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Canseco amendment number 249 under the five-minute rule. 8:10:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Canseco, numbered numbered 249 printed in the congressional record to reduce the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs funding by $4,500,000. 8:09:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Walberg amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Walberg demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:52:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Walberg amendment number 196 under the five-minute rule. 7:52:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walberg, numbered 196 in the Congressional Record to reduce funding forthe National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities, National Endowment for the Arts, Grants and Administration and increases the spending reduction account. 7:49:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pompeo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pompeo demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced 7:42:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pompeo amendment number 85 under the five-minute rule. 7:42:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 85 in the Congressional Record to reduce funding for the Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, State and Private Forestry and increases the spending reduction account. 7:23:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on pro forma amendments to H.R. 1. 7:18:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Reed amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 203 (Roll no. 65). 7:14:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 185 (Roll no. 64). 7:10:51 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 199 - 230 (Roll no. 63). 7:06:13 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Moran amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 73 - 352, 2 Present (Roll no. 62). 7:02:16 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Lummis amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 213 - 216 (Roll no. 61). 6:37:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 6:35:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Simpson raised a point of order against the Braley (IA) amendment. Mr. Simpson stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 6:24:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Braley(IA) amendment number 521 under the five-minute rule. Pending a point of order. 6:24:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Braley (IA), numbered 521 printed in the Congressional Record to add language stating that the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall not be prohibited from implementing or enforcing section 211(o) of the Clean Air Act. 6:11:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Simpson raised a point of order against the Edwards amendment. Mr. Simpson stated that the amendment seeks to amend portionof the bill not yet read for consideration. The Chair sustained the point of order. 6:04:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Simpson reserved a point of order against the Edwards(MD) amendment numbered 415 printed in the Congressional Record. 6:03:15 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Edwards, numbered 415 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the Environmental Protection Agency account by $200,000,00 and increase the Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grant by $2,816,446,000. 6:02:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Reed amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Reed demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:59:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Reed amendment number 379 under the five-minute rule. 5:58:47 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Reed, numbered 379 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce by $10,000,000 the Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants account. 5:56:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pompeo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pompeo demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:50:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pompeo amendment number 84 under the five-minute rule. 5:49:51 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 84 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the Environmental Protection Agency, Environmental Programs and Management account by $8,458,000. 5:44:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Simpson raised a point of order against the Hall amendment. Mr. Simpson stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 5:40:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Simpson reserved a point of order against the Hall(TX) amendment numbered 407 printed in the Congressional Record. 5:40:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Hall(TX) amendment number 407 under the five-minute rule. 5:40:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hall, numbered 407 printed in the Congressional Record to insert a new section pertaining to non-mercury hazardous air pollunants. 5:39:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:29:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Flake amendment number 376 under the five-minute rule. 5:29:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 376 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce by $64,100,000 the Environmental Protection Agency, Science and Technology account. 5:17:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Moran raised a point of order against the Lummis amendment. Mr. Moran stated that the amendment seeks to change exisitng law. The Chair sustained the point of order. 5:13:03 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Moran reserved a point of order against the Lummis amendment numbered 194 printed in the Congressional Record. 5:12:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lummis amendment number 194 under the five-minute rule. 5:12:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Lummis, numbered 194 printed in the Congressional Record to change the date for the final rule published by the Secretary of the Interior with respect to status endangered status of wolves. 5:10:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Moran amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Moran demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:55:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Moran amendment number 338 under the five-minute rule. 4:54:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Moran, numbered 338 printed in the Congressional Record to increase the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, North American Wetlands Conservation Fund by $50,000,000 and reduces the Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants by $50,000,000. 4:53:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McClintock amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:48:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the McClintock amendment number 295 under the five-minute rule. 4:47:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McClintock, numbered 295 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce by $7,537,000 the United States Fish and Wildlife Service , Resource Management. 4:20:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Lummis amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:04:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Moran reserved a point of order against the Lummis amendment numbered 193 printed in the Congressional Record. Subsequently, the reservation was withdrawn. 4:02:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lummis amendment number 193 under the five-minute rule. 4:02:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Lummis, numbered 193 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce by $2,750,000 the Bureau of Land Management, Land Acquisition and reducing the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Land Acquisition by $15,055,000. 3:13:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on pro forma amendments to H.R. 1. 3:12:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Simpson raised a point of order against the Pearce amendment. Mr. Simpson stated that the provisions of the amendment seek to propose a new limitation on transfer of funds. The Chair sustained the point of order. 3:11:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pearce amendment under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 3:08:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pearce, numbered 556 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funding for the "Department of the Interior, Construction and Land Acquisition" by $239,045,000 and apply the amount to the deficit reduction account. 3:03:36 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Burton (IN) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:51:56 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Burton amendment number 30 under the five-minute rule. 2:51:47 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Burton (IN), numbered 30 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funding for the "Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Management of Lands and Resources" by $2 million and apply the amount to the deficit reduction account. 2:45:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on pro forma amendments to H.R. 1. 2:41:45 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pascrell amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 318 - 113 (Roll no. 60). 2:37:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the DeFazio amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 130 - 301 (Roll no. 59). 2:33:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Latta amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 137 - 293 (Roll no. 58). 2:30:47 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Tonko amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 208 - 223 (Roll no. 57). 2:27:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Inslee amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 159 - 273 (Roll no. 56). 2:23:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Biggert amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 170 - 262 (Roll no. 55). 2:20:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Duncan (SC) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 171 - 259 (Roll no. 54). 2:17:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Weiner amendment; as modified Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 203 (Roll no. 53). 2:12:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Latta amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 184 - 247 (Roll no. 52). 2:09:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 262 - 169 (Roll no. 51). 2:06:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Michaud amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 305 - 127 (Roll no. 50). 2:01:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the DeFazio amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 136 - 296 (Roll no. 49). 1:57:20 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Holt amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 133 - 299 (Roll no. 48). 1:52:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Jones amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 135 - 294 (Roll no. 47). 1:48:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Rooney amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 198, 1 Present (Roll no. 46). 1:30:10 P.M. - H.R. 1 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. 1:29:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:29:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 1:29:00 P.M. - THE BOARD OF VISITORS TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY - Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 4355(a), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the THE BOARD OF VISITORS TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY: Mr. Shimkus. 1:28:32 P.M. - H. Res. 93 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:28:30 P.M. - H. Res. 93 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 254 - 176 (Roll no. 45). 1:01:10 P.M. - H. Res. 93 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:14:47 P.M. - H. Res. 93 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 93. 12:14:25 P.M. - H. Res. 93 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 93 — "Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 514) to extend expiring provisions of the USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005 and Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 relating to access to business records, individual terrorists as agents of foreign powers, and roving wiretaps until December 8, 2011." 12:04:23 P.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. 12:02:07 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. 12:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:44 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Bill Shuler, Capital Life Church, Washington DC. 12:00:40 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 16. 11:25:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:23 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. 10:01:01 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Alan Nunnelee to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:50 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 17, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:42 EDT Yes 1:10:34 A.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 18, 2011. 1:10:33 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 1:10:22 A.M. - Mr. Carter moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:08:56 A.M. - Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe - the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe: Mr. Hastings of FL, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. McIntyre and Mr. Cohen . 1:08:55 A.M. - United States Group of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly - the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the United States Group of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly: Mr. Ross of AR, Mr. Chandler, Mr. Austin Scott and Ms. Schwartz . 1:08:54 A.M. - H.R. 1 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1 as unfinished business. 1:08:52 A.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 1:08:50 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Carter moved that the Committee rise. 1:08:26 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Poe amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Poe demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:42:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Poe amendment number 466. 12:42:41 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Poe (TX), numbered 466 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds by EPA to implement, administer, or enforce any statutory or regulatory requirement pertaining to emissions of greenhouse gases. 12:41:44 A.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Fortenberry amendment was withdrawn. 12:40:06 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fortenberry amendment number 483 pending reservation of a point of order. 12:39:21 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Fortenberry, numbered 483 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds for or in sterilization campaigns. 12:38:24 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Hastings (FL) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:33:23 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (FL) amendment number 23. 12:33:05 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (FL), numbered 23 printed in the Congressional Record to eliminate reductions in funds for NIH, CDC and HRSA. 12:31:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Fortenberry amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 12:26:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fortenberry amendment number 424. 12:26:34 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Fortenberry, numbered 424 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds to provide assistance to Chad in the form of IMET, FMF, provision of excess defense articles, foreign military forces capacity assistance and direct commercial sales of military equipment. 12:26:07 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Nadler amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Nadler demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:17:58 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Nadler amendment number 524. 12:17:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Nadler, numbered 524 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds for making application under FISA for an order requiring the production of library circulation records, library patron lists, book sales records, or book customer lists. 12:17:11 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Young (AK) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Moran demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:05:37 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Young (AK) amendment number 533. 12:05:33 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Young (AK), numbered 533 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds by the Environmental Appeals Board to consider, review, reject, remand, or otherwise invalidate any permit issued for Outer Continental Shelf sources located offshore of the States along the Arctic Coast under the Clean Air Act. 12:04:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 12:03:46 A.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 12:01:47 A.M. - H.R. 1 Pursuant to the provisions of the unanimous consent agreement adopted just prior to midnight, the House proceeded with further consideration of H.R. 1. 11:59:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Rogers of Kentucky asked unanimous consent that during further consideration of H.R. 1 in the Committee of the Whole pursuant to House Resolution 92, no further amendment to the bill may be offered except: (1) pro forma amendments offered at any point in the reading by the chair or ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations for the purpose of debate; (2) amendments printed in the Congressional Record and contained on a list submitted to the desk. Upon removal of reservations of objection, the unanimous consent request was subsequently agreed to. 11:49:10 P.M. - H.R. 1 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1 as unfinished business. 11:48:57 P.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 11:48:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the Committee rise. 11:47:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pence amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pence demanded a recorded vote and the Chai r postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced 9:56:28 P.M. - H.R. 1 The Committee resumed its sitting and continued with debate on the Pence amendment. 9:56:06 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 17. 9:55:24 P.M. - The Committee of the Whole rose informally to receive a message from the Senate. 8:57:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pence amendment number 11 under the five-minute rule. 8:57:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pence, numbered 11 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc. 8:56:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kline amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Kline demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:01:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Kline amendment number 214 under the five-minute rule. 8:01:13 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kline, numbered 214 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit funds for the use of the "Program Integrity: Gainful Employment-New Programs" section of the bill. 7:56:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Nadler amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Nadler demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:29:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Nadler amendment number 232 under the five-minute rule. 7:28:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Nadler, numbered 232 printed in the Congressional Record to limit the use of funds for the United States military operations in Afghanistan to no more than $10,000,000,000. 7:27:09 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McCollum amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. McCollum demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:18:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the McCollum amendment number 50 under the five-minute rule. 7:18:13 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. McCollum, numbered 50 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit funds to be used for the Department of Defense sponsorship of NASCAR race cars. 7:07:16 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Holt amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 163 - 265 (Roll no. 89). 7:03:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Frank (MA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 270 (Roll no. 88). 7:00:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Scalise amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 249 - 179, 1 Present (Roll no. 87). 6:56:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Carter amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 250 - 177 (Roll no. 86). 6:53:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Lummis amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 232 - 197 (Roll no. 85). 6:50:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Camp amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 137 - 292, 1 Present (Roll no. 84). 6:45:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Walden amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 181 (Roll no. 83). 6:42:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Price (NC) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 267 - 159, 1 Present (Roll no. 82). 6:38:03 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Cole amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 247 - 175 (Roll no. 81). 6:34:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Woolsey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 91 - 339 (Roll no. 80). 6:10:01 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:10:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Holt amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Holt demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:22:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Holt amendment number 506 under the five-minute rule. 5:21:56 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 506 printed in the Congressional Record to revise by reducing the amount made available for "Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service, Enforcement", and increasing the amounts provided in section 1517(a) for transfer from the Federal Reserve to the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection for activities authorized to carried out by such Bureau under title X of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Consumer Protection Act. 5:21:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Frank(MA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:33:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Frank (MA) amendment number 458 under the five-minute rule. 4:33:29 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Frank (MA), numbered 458 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the amount made available to the "Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue" and the "General Services Administration" and increase the amount made available to the "Independent Agencies, Securities and Exchange Commission, Salaries and Expenses" by $131,000,000. 4:32:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Scalise amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Carter demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:57:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Scalise amendment number 204 under the five-minute rule. 3:57:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Scalise, numbered 204 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to pay the salaries and expenses for specified federal agency positions and their offices. 3:54:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Carter amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Moran (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:10:53 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Carter amendment number 165 under the five-minute rule. 3:10:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Carter, numbered 165 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to implement, administer, or enforce the rule entitled "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants From the Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry and Standards of Performance for Portland Cement Plants" published by the Environmental Protection Agency on September 9, 2010. 3:09:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Wasserman Schultz amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:07:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Wasserman Schultz amendment number 211 under the five-minute rule. 3:07:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Wasserman Schultz, numbered 211 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the amount made available to the "Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Justice Assistance" for carrying out title I of the PROTECT Our Children Act of 2008 by $30,000,000. 3:05:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Frelinghuysen raised a point of order against the Lee (CA) amendment. Mr. Frelinghuysen stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 3:00:14 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lee (CA) amendment number 222 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 3:00:09 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Lee (CA), numbered 222 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for any account of the Department of Defense (except Military personnel, reserve personnel, National Guard personnel, and the Defense Health Program account) in excess of the amount made available for such account for fiscal year 2010, unless the financial statements of the Department for fiscal year 2010 are validated as ready for audit within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. 2:59:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Lummis amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Moran (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 2:30:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lummis amendment number 195 under the five-minute rule. 2:30:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Lummis, numbered 195 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit funds to be used for the payment of fees and other expenses under section 504 of title 5, United States Code, or section 2412(d) of title 28, United States Code. 2:29:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Frelinghuysen raised a point of order against the Eshoo amendment. Mr. Frelinghuysen stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 1:50:20 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Eshoo amendment number 576 under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 1:50:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Eshoo, numbered 576 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit funds to enter into any contract with a corporation or other business entity that does not disclose its political contributions. 1:49:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Camp amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Camp demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 1:24:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Camp amendment number 516 under the five-minute rule. 1:24:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Camp, numbered 516 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit funds to be used for the opening of the locks at the Thomas J. O'Brien Lock and Dam or the Chicago River Controlling Works. 1:22:44 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Frelinghuysen raised a point of order against the Woolsey amendment. Mr. Frelinghuysen stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 1:18:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Woolsey amendment number 413 under the five-minute rule pending reservation of a point of order. 1:18:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Woolsey, numbered 413 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in the Department of Defens overseas contingency operations budget for military operations in Afghanistan unless the President seeks to negotiate and enter into a bilateral status of forces agreement with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. 1:18:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Lowey amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:16:45 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lowey amendment number 334 under the five-minute rule. 1:16:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Lowey, numbered 334 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to provide grants under the Urban Area Security Initiative under section 2003 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 604). 1:15:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Walden amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Walden demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:21:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Wadlen amendment under the five-minute rule. 12:20:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walden, numbered 404 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds used to implement the Report and Order of the Federal Communications Commission relating to the matter of preserving the open Internet and broadband industry practices (FCC 10-201, adopted by the Commission on December 21, 2010. 12:20:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Price (NC) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Aderholt demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:12:43 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Price (NC) amendment under the five-minute rule. 12:12:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Price (NC), numbered 514 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to enforce the requirements in - 1. section 34(a)(1)(A) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974. 12:11:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 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 that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Serrano demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:06:43 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Cole amendment under the five-minute rule. 12:06:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cole, numbered 208 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds used to carry out chapter 95 or chapter 96 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 11:38:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Woolsey amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Woolsey demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:32:09 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Woolsey amendment under the five-minute rule pending a reservation of a point of order. Subsequently, the point of order was withdrawn. 11:32:08 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Woolsey, numbered 189 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds available by division A of this Act may not be used to research, develop, test, evaluate, or procure any the following: 1) Expeditionary Fighting Vechile; 2) V-22 Osprey aircraft 11:14:05 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Sessions amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 250 (Roll no. 79). 11:10:42 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Heller amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 190 - 241 (Roll no. 78). 11:06:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Canseco amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 274 - 155 (Roll no. 77). 11:03:32 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Weiner amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 268 - 163 (Roll no. 76). 10:59:51 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Price (GA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 250 (Roll no. 75). 10:57:12 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Young (AK) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 313 - 117 (Roll no. 74). 10:54:02 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McMorris Rodgers amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 249 - 179 (Roll no. 73). 10:50:09 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 115 - 316 (Roll no. 72). 10:47:05 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Bass (NH) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 104 - 322, 2 Present (Roll no. 71). 10:43:19 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Reed amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 186 (Roll no. 70). 10:40:23 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Canseco amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 248 - 177 (Roll no. 69). 10:36:52 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Walberg amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 217 - 209 (Roll no. 68). 10:29:58 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 171 - 256 (Roll no. 67). 10:11:47 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 10:10:29 A.M. - H.R. 1 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:10:17 A.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 10:09:46 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 6. 10:09:20 A.M. - H.R. 514 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:09:19 A.M. - H.R. 514 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 279 - 143 (Roll no. 66). 9:42:23 A.M. - H.R. 514 The previous question was ordered without objection. 9:16:20 A.M. - H.R. 514 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the motion to concur in the Senate amendment to H.R. 514. 9:16:01 A.M. - H.R. 514 Mr. Smith (TX) moved that the House agree to the Senate amendment. 9:02:41 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. 9:02:17 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Carnahan to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:15 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 Pastor Mark Williamson, Federal Intercessors, Houston, Texas 9:00:41 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 18, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:37 EDT Yes 4:41:38 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Con. Res. 17. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on February 28, 2011. 4:41:37 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:41:20 A.M. - Mr. Dent moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:40:45 A.M. - House Democracy Partnership - Pursuant to Section 4(b) of H. Res. 5, 111th Congress the Minority Leader appointed the following members of the House to the House Democracy Partnership: Mrs. Davis of CA and Ms. Moore . 4:40:12 A.M. - NATO Parliamentary Assembly - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. and 1928a, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011 the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly: Mr. Scott David of GA . 4:40:11 A.M. - H.R. 1 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:40:10 A.M. - H.R. 1 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 189 (Roll no. 147). 4:32:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 238 (Roll no. 146). 4:16:35 A.M. - H.R. 1 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:12:02 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the motion to recommit with instructions, pending the reservation of a point of order. Subsequently, the reservation was withdrawn. 4:11:15 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Heinrich moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 4:10:30 A.M. - H.R. 1 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. 4:10:22 A.M. - H.R. 1 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:09:53 A.M. - H.R. 1 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1. 4:09:49 A.M. - H.R. 1 On motion to rise and report Agreed to by voice vote. 4:09:28 A.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved for the Committee of the Whole to rise and report. 4:08:30 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Burgess amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 187 (Roll no. 145). 4:05:27 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the King (IA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 189 - 233 (Roll no. 144). 3:44:53 A.M. - H.R. 1 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 3:44:41 A.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the LaTourette amendment was withdrawn. 3:20:28 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the LaTourette amendment number 540. 3:20:25 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. LaTourette, numbered 540 printed in the Congressional Record to replace the langauge with an entire new text. 3:17:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Burgess amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Doggett demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:04:35 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Burgess amendment number 154. 3:04:28 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Burgess, numbered 154 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 to carry out paragraph 11 of section 101 of Public Law 111-226. 3:04:09 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Hayworth amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:57:20 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Hayworth amendment number 567. 2:57:18 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Hayworth, numbered 567 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to implement section 1899A of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395kkk), as added by section 3403 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148). 2:56:34 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the King (IA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. King (IA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 2:29:49 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the King (IA) amendment number 273. 2:29:44 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. King (IA), numbered 273 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to administer the wage-rate requirements of subchapter IV of chapter 31 of title 40, United States Code, with respect to any project or program funded by this Act. 2:28:11 A.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Huelskamp amendment was withdrawn. 2:27:35 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Huelskamp amendment number 255. 2:27:23 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Huelskamp, numbered 255 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the National Labor Relations Board to certify the results of an election of a labor organization under section 9(c)(1) of the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 159(c)(1)) that is not conducted by secret ballot. 2:24:22 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Mulvaney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 93 - 328 (Roll no. 143). 2:20:36 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Carney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 121 - 300 (Roll no. 142). 2:17:32 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pitts amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 183 (Roll no. 141). 2:14:44 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Noem amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 255 - 168 (Roll no. 140). 2:11:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Heller amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 209 - 213 (Roll no. 139). 2:08:49 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Burgess amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 182 (Roll no. 138). 2:05:04 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 234 - 187 (Roll no. 137). 2:02:07 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McKinley amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 183 (Roll no. 136). 1:59:37 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McKinley amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 240 - 182 (Roll no. 135). 1:55:39 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Sullivan amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 285 - 136 (Roll no. 134). 1:52:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Issa amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 191 - 230 (Roll no. 133). 1:49:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Luetkemeyer amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 179 (Roll no. 132). 1:46:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Luetkemeyer amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 245 - 176 (Roll no. 131). 1:43:48 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Jones amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 259 - 159 (Roll no. 130). 1:40:55 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Griffith (VA) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 185 (Roll no. 129). 1:37:47 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Lee (CA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 76 - 344 (Roll no. 128). 1:34:37 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Hall amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 127). 1:30:23 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Guinta amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 210 - 210 (Roll no. 126). 1:25:41 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 261 - 158 (Roll no. 125). 1:03:11 A.M. - H.R. 1 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. 1:02:23 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Mulvaney amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Mulvaney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:57:04 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Mulvaney amendment number 164. 12:57:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Mulvaney, numbered 164 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used in excess of the amount available for such account during fiscal year 2006. Defense and Homeland Security funds are exempt. 12:56:29 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Carney amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Carney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:51:35 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Carney amendment number 241. 12:51:33 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Carney, numbered 241 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the Oil and Gas Research and Development Program of the Department of Energy. 12:50:06 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pitts amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:44:40 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Pitts amendment number 430. 12:44:38 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pitts, numbered 430 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to pay the salary of any officer or employee of the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Labor, or the Department of the Treasury who takes any action to specify or define, through regulations, guidelines, or otherwise, essential benefits under section 1302 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. 12:43:05 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Noem amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:35:50 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Noem amendment number 563. 12:35:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Noem, numbered 563 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to modify the national primary ambient air quality standard or the national secondary ambient air quality standard applicable to coarse particulate matter under section 109 of the Clean Air Act. 12:34:14 A.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Heller amendment; Failed by voice vote. 12:27:26 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Heller amendment number 174. 12:27:23 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Heller, numbered 174 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Repository. 12:26:50 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Heller amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:18:45 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Heller amendment number 482. 12:18:38 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Heller, numbered 482 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to designate monuments under the Act of June 8, 1906, (commonly known as the "Antiquities Act of 1906"; 16 U.S.C. 431, et seq.). 12:17:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Burgess amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:10:21 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Burgess amendment number 200. 12:10:19 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Burgess, numbered 200 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to pay the salary of any officer or employee of the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight in the Department of Health and Human Services. 12:09:10 A.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Bishop (UT) amendment was withdrawn. 12:08:21 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Bishop (UT) amendment number 515. 12:08:18 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (UT), numbered 515 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the National Landscape Conservation System. 12:07:35 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pompeo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pompeo demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:56:55 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Pompeo amendment number 545. 11:56:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 545 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to carry out any of the activities described in section 6A of the Consumer Product Safety Act. 11:56:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McKinley amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. McKinley demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:48:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the McKinley amendment number 217. 11:48:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McKinley, numbered 217 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds by EPA to develop, propose, finalize, implement, administer, or enforce any regulation that identifies or lists fossil fuel combustion waste as hazardous waste subject to regulation. 11:48:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McKinley amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. McKinley demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:38:35 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the McKinley amendment number 216. 11:38:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McKinley, numbered 216 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds used by the Administrator of the EPA to carry out section 404(c) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act 11:37:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Sullivan amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Sullivan demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:31:16 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Sullivan amendment number 94. 11:30:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sullivan, numbered 94 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in the decision of the Administrator of the EPA entitled "Partial Grant of Clean Air Act Waiver Application Submitted by Growth Energy to Increase the Allowable Ethanol Content of Gasoline to 15 percent" 11:30:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Issa amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Issa demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:22:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Issa amendment number 569. 11:22:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Issa, numbered 569 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to fund periodic step increases described in Section 5335 of Title V of the United States Code. 11:21:43 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Luetkemeyer amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:14:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Luetkemeyer amendment number 149. 11:14:29 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Luetkemeyer, numbered 149 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for contributions to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). 11:14:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Luetkemeyer amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Luetkemeyer demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:07:57 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Luetkemeyer amendment number 47. 11:07:29 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Luetkemeyer, numbered 47 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the study of the Missouri River Projects authorized in section 108 of the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2009. 11:06:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jones amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Jones demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:59:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Jones amendment number 548. 10:59:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Jones, numbered 548 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for any fishery under the jurisdiction of the South Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, New England, or Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. 10:58:14 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Griffith (VA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Moran demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:51:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Griffith (VA) amendment number 109. 10:51:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Griffith (VA), numbered 109 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds to the EPA, the Corps of Engineers, or the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement may be used to carry out, implement, administer, or enforce any policy or procedure set forth in the memorandum issued by the EPA. 10:50:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Lee(CA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Lee (CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:44:18 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Lee (CA) amendment number 141. 10:43:45 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Lee (CA), numbered 141 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for any account of the Department of Defense (other than accounts listed in subsection (b)) in excess of the amount made available for such account for fiscal year 2008. 10:43:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Kucinich amendment; Failed by voice vote. 10:37:55 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Kucinich amendment number 233. 10:37:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kucinich, numbered 233 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the missile defense program of the Department of Defense. 10:36:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hall(TX) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:30:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Hall(TX) amendment number 495. 10:30:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hall, numbered 495 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to implement, establish, or create a NOAA Climate Service as described in the "Draft NOAA Climate Service Strategic Vision and Framework" published at 75 Feb. Reg. 57739. 10:27:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Guinta amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Guinta demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:20:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Guinta amendment number 166. 10:19:56 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Guinta, numbered 166 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to enter into, after the date of the enactment of this Act, a Government contract that requires a project labor agreement. 10:18:57 P.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Flake amendment was withdrawn. 10:17:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 367 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit use of funds in the bill to pay salaries and expenses of Agriculture Department personnel to provide Food Security Act benefits to a person or legal entity if the average adjusted gross income of the person or legal entity exceeds $250,000. 10:16:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Flake amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Flake demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:13:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 6 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment number 377. 10:13:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 377 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the construction of an ethanol blender pump or an ethanol storage facility. 10:12:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:11:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 10:10:24 P.M. - ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Rogers (KY) asked unanimous consent that during further consideration of H.R. 1 in the Committee of the Whole, pursuant to applicable previous orders of the House, each amendment otherwise debatable for 10 minutes instead be debatable for 6 minutes. Agreed to without objection. 10:10:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1 as unfinished business. 10:10:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 10:09:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the committee rise. 9:58:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Stearns amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 191 (Roll no. 124). 9:55:28 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Rooney amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 189 (Roll no. 123). 9:52:28 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Neugebauer amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 63 - 362 (Roll no. 122). 9:49:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Gardner amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 184 (Roll no. 121). 9:46:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Goodlatte amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 230 - 195 (Roll no. 120). 9:43:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Johnson (OH) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 186 (Roll no. 119). 9:40:21 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 74 - 351 (Roll no. 118). 9:37:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Kaptur amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 32 - 394 (Roll no. 117). 9:34:36 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Forbes amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 184 (Roll no. 116). 9:31:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Boren amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 277 - 149 (Roll no. 115). 9:28:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Blumenauer amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 241 (Roll no. 114). 9:25:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Herger amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 197 (Roll no. 113). 9:22:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McDermott amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 91 - 333 (Roll no. 112). 9:19:09 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McClintock amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 215 - 210 (Roll no. 111). 9:15:39 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Price (GA) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 185 (Roll no. 110). 9:12:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 - 251 (Roll no. 109). 9:09:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Wu amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 87 - 338 (Roll no. 108). 9:05:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Broun (GA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 177 - 243 (Roll no. 107). 9:02:28 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Broun (GA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 74 - 348 (Roll no. 106). 8:59:21 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Campbell amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 68 - 357 (Roll no. 105). 8:55:37 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Bishop (NY) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 156 - 269 (Roll no. 104). 8:33:36 P.M. - H.R. 1 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. 8:31:35 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Stearns amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Stearns demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:25:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Stearns amendment number 8. 8:25:21 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Stearns, numbered 8 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 for the design, renovation, construction, or rental of any headquarters for the United Nations in any location in the United States. 8:24:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rooney amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rooney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:14:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rooney amendment number 13. 8:14:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rooney, numbered 13 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 from being used to implement, administer, or enforce the rule entitled "Water Quality Standards for the State of Florida's Lakes and Flowing Waters" published in the Federal Register by the Environmental Protection Agency on December 6, 2010. 8:13:47 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Neugebauer amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Neugebauer demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:03:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Neugebauer amendment number 151. 8:03:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Neugebauer, numbered 151 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 for repair, alteration, or improvement of the Executive Residence at the White House. 8:03:21 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Weiner amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 8:00:31 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Weiner amendment number 101. 8:00:29 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Weiner, numbered 101 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 for non-recourse loans for mohair. 7:59:55 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Weiner amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:56:23 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Weiner amendment number 126. 7:56:20 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Weiner, numbered 126 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 for assistance to Saudi Arabia. 7:54:14 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) raised a point of order against the Kaptur amendments. Mr. Rogers (KY) stated that the provisions of the amendments violate the Budget Act. The Chair sustained the point of order. 7:47:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kaptur amendments en bloc, pending the reservation of a point of order. 7:47:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 Amendments en bloc offered by Ms. Kaptur, consisting of amendments numbered 329, 330, and 331 printed in the Congressional Record. 7:46:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Gardner amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chai r postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced 7:34:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Gardner amendment number 79. 7:34:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Gardner, numbered 79 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 from being used to pay the salary of any officer or employee of the the Department of Health and Human Services who develops or promulgates regulations or guidance with regard to Exchanges under subtitle D of title I of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. 7:34:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Failed by voice vote. 7:30:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson amendment number 497. 7:29:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Matheson, numbered 497 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the amount of appropriations made available by H.R. 1, excluding the Department of Defense and the U.S. Postal Service, by $280,000,000. 7:29:15 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Goodlatte amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Moran (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chai r postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:16:01 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Goodlatte amendment number 467. 7:15:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Goodlatte, numbered 467 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 from being used to develop, promulgate, evaluate, implement, provide oversight to, or backstop total maximum daily loads or watershed implementation plans for the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. 7:12:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Serrano raised a point of order against the McMorris Rodgers amendment. Mr. Serrano stated that the provisions of the amendment violate the Budget Act. The Chair sustained the point of order. 7:09:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McMorris Rodgers amendment number 274, pending the reservation of a point of order. 7:09:10 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. McMorris Rodgers, numbered 274 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 from being used to pay any employee, contractor, or grantee of the Internal Revenue Service to implement or enforce the provisions of, or amendments made by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. 7:08:50 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Failed by voice vote. 7:05:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson amendment number 496. 7:04:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Matheson, numbered 496 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the use of funds, excluding funds for the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, by $600,000,000. 7:04:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 7:02:38 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson amendment number 38. 7:02:33 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Matheson, numbered 38 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 from being used for the Community Connect broadband grant program administered by the Rural Utilities Service of the Department of Agriculture. 7:01:15 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Reed amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:00:31 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Reed amendment number 583. 7:00:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Reed, numbered 583 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 to be used to change any rate of salary or basic pay pursuant to section 1113 of Public Law 111-32. 6:59:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - At the conclusion of debate on the Johnson (OH) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Garamendi demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:48:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Johnson (OH) amendment number 498. 6:48:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Johnson (OH), numbered 498 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to develop, carry out, implement, or otherwise enforce proposed regulations published June 18, 2010 (75 Fed. Reg. 34,667) by the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement of the Department of the Interior. 6:47:41 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Polis amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Polis demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:38:12 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis amendment number 46. 6:38:10 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 46 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to maintain an end strength level of members of the Armed Forces of the United States assigned to permanent duty in Europe in excess of 35,000 members and end strength levels for active duty members of the Army, Navy, and Air Force of 565,275, 328,250, and 329,275, respectively, and the amounts otherwise provided by this Act for "Military Personnel, Army", "Military Personnel, Navy" and "Military Personnel, Air Force" in title I of division A are hereby reduced by $155,914,688, $18,047,700, and $118,488,825, respectively. 6:37:31 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kaptur amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:24:36 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kaptur amendment number 333. 6:24:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Ms. Kaptur, numbered 333 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce by 75 percent the amount made available for the Payment in Lieu of Taxes program. 6:23:45 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Forbes amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dicks demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:16:43 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Forbes amendment number 146. 6:16:40 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Forbes, numbered 146 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds made available by division A of this Act for Department of Defense, Operation and Maintenance, Defense-wide may be used for official representation purposes, as defined by Department of Defense Instruction 7250.13, dated June 30, 2009. 6:15:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Forbes amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 6:04:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Forbes amendment number 145. 6:04:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Forbes, numbered 145 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to take any action to effect or implement the disestablishment, closure, or realignment of the United States Joint Forces Command. 6:03:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Boren amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rehberg demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:53:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Boren amendment number 566. 5:53:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Boren, numbered 566 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to require a person licensed under section 923 of title 18, United States Code, to report information to the Department of Justice regarding the sale of multiple rifles or shotguns to the same person. 5:51:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Frelinghuysen raised a point of order against the Clyburn amendment. Mr. Frelinghuysen states that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 5:44:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Clyburn amendment number 408, pending the reservation of a point of order. 5:44:27 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Clyburn, numbered 408 printed in the Congressional Record to require 10 percent of the funds made available by this Act, for stated Departments and activities, be allocated for assistance in persistent poverty counties. 5:43:51 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Blumenauer amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Blumenauer demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:30:58 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Blumenauer amendment number 323. 5:30:56 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Blumenauer, numbered 323 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the salaries and expenses of personnel of the Department of Agriculture to provide benefits described in section 1001D(b)(1)(C) of the Food Security Act of 1985 (7 U.S.C. 1308-3a(b)(1)(C)) to a person or legal entity in excess of $250,000. 5:29:20 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Herger amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Herger demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:19:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Herger amendment number 177. 5:19:14 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Herger, numbered 177 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the Secretary of Agriculture to implement or enforce Subpart B of the Travel Management Rule, relating to the designation of roads, trails, and areas for motor vehicle use, in any administrative unit of the National Forest System. 5:18:52 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McDermott amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. McDermott demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:06:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McDermott amendment number 99, pending the reservation of a point of order. Subsequently, the reservation of the point of order was withdrawn. 5:06:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McDermott, numbered 99 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to plan for, begin, continue, finish, process, or approve the relocation of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Marine Operations Center-Pacific from Seattle, Washington, to Newport, Oregon. 5:05:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McClintock amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. McClintock demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:45:17 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McClintock amendment number 296. 4:44:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. McClintock, numbered 296 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to implement the Klamath Dam Removal and Sedimentation Study. 4:43:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Price (GA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:32:47 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Price (GA) amendment number 409. 4:32:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Price (GA), numbered 409 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds made available by division B of the Public Health Service Act to implement or enforce section 2718 of the Act. 4:31:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Markey (MA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Markey (MA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:07:20 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Markey (MA) amendment number 27. 4:06:59 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 27 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to issue any new lease that authorizes production of oil or natural gas under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act. 4:06:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Wu amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Wu demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:00:09 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Wu amendment number 526. 3:59:43 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Wu, numbered 526 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to be used to implement, administer, or enforce section 3(e) of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717b(e)). 3:59:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Broun (GA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Broun (GA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:47:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Broun (GA) amendment number 263. 3:46:46 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Broun (GA), numbered 263 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in this Act to pay and dues to the United Nations. 3:45:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Broun (GA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Broun (GA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:35:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Broun (GA) amendment number 246. 3:34:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Broun (GA), numbered 246 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for beach replenishment projects by the Army Corps of Engineers. 3:33:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Campbell amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Campbell demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:22:35 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Campbell amendment number 519. 3:22:08 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Campbell, numbered 519 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce funds by 3.5 percent for the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security. 3:21:28 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (NY) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:12:56 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment number 414. 3:12:35 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (NY), numbered 414 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds for the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility in Manhattan, Kansas. 3:11:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 3:11:09 P.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 3:10:09 P.M. - ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Rogers (KY) asked unanimous consent that, during further consideration of H.R. 1 in the Committee of the Whole pursuant to H. Res. 92 and the order of the House of February 17, 2011, the Chair of the Committee on Appropriations may offer amendments en bloc from the list of amendments made in order by the previous order of the House of February 17; that each group of amendments offered en bloc be debatable for 10 minutes; and shall not be subject to amendment or a division of the question. Agreed to without objection. 3:10:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1 as unfinished business. 3:09:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 3:09:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the committee rise. 3:07:54 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Aderholt raised a point of order against the Bishop (NY) amendment. stating that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 3:03:25 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment number 336, pending reservation of a point of order. 3:02:56 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (NY), numbered 336 printed in the Congressional Record directing the Director of the Congressional Budget Office and the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics to study the effect of this Act not later than 90 days of its enactment. 2:46:22 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Blackburn amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 147 - 281 (Roll no. 103). 2:42:49 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Kind amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 123 - 306 (Roll no. 102). 2:39:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Kind amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 246 (Roll no. 101). 2:35:15 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Emerson amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 246 - 182 (Roll no. 100). 2:31:57 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the King (IA) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 191 (Roll no. 99). 2:27:44 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the King (IA) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 187 (Roll no. 98). 2:26:18 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Rehberg amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 187 (Roll no. 97). 2:24:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rehberg, numbered 575 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to pay any employee, officer, contractor, or grantee of any department or agency to implement the provisions of The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or title I or subtitle B of title II of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. 2:23:04 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Poe (TX) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 249 - 177 (Roll no. 96). 2:19:32 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Nadler amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 196 - 231 (Roll no. 95). 2:16:24 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Young (AK) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 243 - 185 (Roll no. 94). 2:13:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Pence amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 240 - 185, 1 Present (Roll no. 93). 2:10:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Kline amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 289 - 136, 1 Present (Roll no. 92). 2:06:42 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the Nadler amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 98 - 331 (Roll no. 91). 1:58:02 P.M. - H.R. 1 On agreeing to the McCollum amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 148 - 281 (Roll no. 90). 1:31:44 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Fattah raised a point of order against the Poe (TX) amendment. Mr. Fattah stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriations bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 1:27:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Poe amendment number 199, pending the reservation of a point of order. 1:25:00 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Poe (TX), numbered 199 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds used by the Department of Justice, or any other Agency, to litigate the continuation of the case United States of America v. the State of Arizona and Janice K. Brewer regarding Arizona law S.B. 1070. 1:24:48 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Blackburn amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mrs Blackburn demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:46:19 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - The Committee continued with further debate on the Blackburn amendment number 104. 12:46:18 P.M. - H.R. 1 The Committee resumed its sitting. 12:45:52 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 365, S. 266, and S. 307. 12:45:31 P.M. - The Committee rose informally to receive a message from the Senate. 12:36:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Blackburn amendment number 104. 12:36:05 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Blackburn, numbered 104 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce spending by 5.5% in 8 non-securiy spending subsections of the bill and reduce Legislative Branch appropriations by 11%. 12:29:30 P.M. - H.R. 1 By unanimous consent, the Polis amendment was withdrawn. 12:26:10 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis amendment number 48. 12:26:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 48 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibt the use of funds in H.R. 1 to be used to enforce section 75.708 of title 34, Code of Federal Regulations, as it relates to section 5205 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7221d). 12:25:26 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kind amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Kind demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:16:07 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kind amendment number 88. 12:16:06 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kind, numbered 88 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in division A of H.R. 1 to be used to research, develop, or test the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle and the Surface-Launched Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile program. 12:15:11 P.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kind amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Kind demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 12:03:36 P.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kind amendment number 89. 12:03:34 P.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Kind, numbered 89 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 to provide payments (or to pay the salaries and expenses of personnel to provide payments) to the Brazil Cotton Institute. 12:02:09 P.M. - H.R. 1 Mr. Rogers (KY) raised a point of order against the Schrader amendment. Mr. Rogers (KY) stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriationbill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:58:03 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schrader amendment number 552, pending the reservation of a point of order. 11:58:01 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Schrader, numbered 552 printed in the Congressional Record to set new 302(b) limits and appropriates more to Homeland Security. 11:57:09 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Emerson amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Serrano demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:43:43 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Emerson amendment number 83. 11:43:40 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Emerson, numbered 83 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 to be used by the Internal Revenue Service to implement or enforce section 5000A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, section 6055 of such Code, section 1502(c) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or any amendments made by section 1502(b) of such Act. 11:42:37 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the King (IA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:26:36 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the King (IA) amendment number 268, pending the reservation of a point of order. Subsequently, the point of order was withdrawn. 11:26:00 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. King (IA), numbered 268 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit funds in H.R. 1 to be used to pay the salary of any officer or employee of any Federal department or agency with respect to carrying out the provisions of Public Law 111-148 (Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act), Public Law 111-152 (Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010), or any amendment made by such either Public Law. 11:25:30 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the King (IA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 11:04:56 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the King (IA) amendment number 267. 11:04:52 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. King (IA), numbered 267 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 to be used to carry out the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act, or any amendment made by either such Public Law. 11:03:27 A.M. - H.R. 1 Ms. DeLauro raised a point of order against the King (IA) amendment. Ms. DeLauro stated that the amendment seeks to change existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:01:19 A.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Ms. DeLauro reserved a point of order against the King (IA) amendment numbered 266 printed in the Congressional Record. 10:48:04 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the King (IA) amendment number 266, pending reservation of a point of order. 10:47:04 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. King (IA), numbered 266 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds in H.R. 1 or any previous Act, to be used to carry out the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act, or any amendment made by either such Public Law. 10:44:52 A.M. - H.R. 1 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rehberg amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rehberg demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 9:21:17 A.M. - H.R. 1 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 60 minutes of debate on the Rehberg amendment. 9:20:16 A.M. - H.R. 1 Ms. DeLauro raised a point of order against the Rehberg amendment. Ms. Delauro stated that the amendment proposes an increase in net budget authority in the bill. Point of order overruled by the Chair. 9:13:13 A.M. - H.R. 1 POINT OF ORDER - Ms. Delauro reserved a point of order against the Rehberg amendment numbered 575 printed in the Congressional Record. 9:12:38 A.M. - H.R. 1 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rehberg, numbered 575 printed in the Congressional Record to prohibit the use of funds to pay any employee, officer, contractor, or grantee of any department or agency to implement the provisions of The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or title I or subtitle B of title II of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. 9:11:26 A.M. - H.R. 1 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 9:11:07 A.M. - H.R. 1 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense and the other departments and agencies of the Government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 9:03:00 A.M. - H.R. 1 AMENDMENTS IN ORDER - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, during further consideration of HR. 1 in the Committee of the Whole and pursuant to H. Res. 92, the following amendments are in order: Nos. 8, 13, 19, 23, 27, 38, 42, 46, 47, 48, 49, 51, 54, 55, 79, 80, 83, 88, 89, 94, 99, 101, 104, 109, 117, 120, 126, 127, 137, 141, 144, 145, 146, 149, 151, 154, 159, 164, 166, 172, 174, 177, 185, 199, 200, 207, 216, 217, 233, 241, 246, 251, 255, 261, 263, 266, 267, 268, 273, 274, 278, 280, 281, 296, 323, 329, 330, 331, 333, 336, 342, 344, 345, 348, 367, 369, 377, 392, 396, 400, 401, 405, 408, 409, 414, 424, 429, 430, 439, 445, 448, 463, 464, 465, 466, 467, 471, 480, 482, 483, 495, 496, 497, 498, 504, 507, 515, 519, 524, 525, 526, 533, 534, 536, 540, 543, 545, 548, 552, 560, 563, 566, 567, 569, 570, 575, 577, 578, and 583. 9:02:20 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. 9:01:47 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Price of GA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:01:35 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:08 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:15 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 28, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:34 EDT Yes 8:11:31 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 1, 2011. 8:11:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:11:15 P.M. - Mrs. Christensen moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:23:18 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:11:29 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:10:02 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That it may be in order at any time on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, for the Speaker to declare a recess, subject to the call of the Chair, for the purpose of receiving in joint meeting The Honorable Julia Gillard, Prime Minister of Australia. Agreed to without objection. 7:09:17 P.M. - H.R. 368 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:09:16 P.M. - H.R. 368 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 4 (Roll no. 150). 7:03:01 P.M. - H.R. 368 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 368 — "To amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes." 7:02:39 P.M. - H.R. 347 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:38 P.M. - H.R. 347 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 399 - 3 (Roll no. 149). 6:55:20 P.M. - H.R. 347 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 347 — "To correct and simplify the drafting of section 1752 (relating to restricted buildings or grounds) of title 18, United States Code." 6:55:02 P.M. - H.R. 394 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:55:00 P.M. - H.R. 394 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 148). 6:33:06 P.M. - H.R. 394 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 394 — "To amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify the jurisdiction of the Federal courts, and for other purposes." 6:32:18 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. 6:31:42 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 115. 6:31:04 P.M. - ADJUSTED WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule 20, the Chair announces to the House that, in light of the resignation of the gentlewoman from California, Ms. Harman, the whole number of the House is 433. 6:31:03 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Harman wherein she resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 6:30 p.m. on February 28, 2011. 6:30:44 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 28. 2:45:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:44:58 P.M. - H.R. 347 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. 2:37:57 P.M. - H.R. 347 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 347. 2:37:55 P.M. - H.R. 347 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:37:40 P.M. - H.R. 347 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 347 — "To correct and simplify the drafting of section 1752 (relating to restricted buildings or grounds) of title 18, United States Code." 2:37:07 P.M. - H.R. 368 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:28:12 P.M. - H.R. 368 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 368. 2:28:10 P.M. - H.R. 368 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:28:00 P.M. - H.R. 368 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 368 — "To amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes." 2:27:32 P.M. - H.R. 386 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:27:23 P.M. - H.R. 386 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:19:29 P.M. - H.R. 386 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 386. 2:19:27 P.M. - H.R. 386 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:19:07 P.M. - H.R. 386 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 386 — "To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide penalties for aiming laser pointers at airplanes, and for other purposes." 2:18:52 P.M. - H.R. 394 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. 2:14:36 P.M. - H.R. 394 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 394. 2:14:35 P.M. - H.R. 394 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:14:20 P.M. - H.R. 394 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 394 — "To amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify the jurisdiction of the Federal courts, and for other purposes." 2:14:14 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 2:13:02 P.M. - The House received a communication from Daniel J. Strodel, Chief Administrative Officer. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Strodel notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by a grand jury in the County 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. 2:03:01 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:33 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. McCollum to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:30 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:08 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Gene Hemrick, Washington Theological Union, Washington, DC. 2:00:59 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert E. Latta to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:46 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 1, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:32 EDT Yes 8:00:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 2, 2011. 8:00:58 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:00:27 P.M. - Mrs. McCarthy (NY) moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:28:49 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:26:59 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 128 and H. Res. 129. 4:19:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded further with one minute speeches. 4:14:19 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 4:14:10 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 4:13:56 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:13:55 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 335 - 91 (Roll no. 154). 4:05:11 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 176 - 249 (Roll no. 153). 3:34:41 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Keating motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the Committee on Appropriations to report the bill back to the House forthwith with an amendment which inserts a section prohibiting the use of funds to be used for tax benefit or relief for any major integrated oil company. 3:31:59 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 Mr. Keating moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 3:31:35 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:08:05 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 44. 2:07:54 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 44 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 joint resolution are waived. 2:07:49 P.M. - H.J. Res. 44 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 115. H.J. Res. 44 — "Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes." 2:05:14 P.M. - H. Res. 115 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:05:10 P.M. - H. Res. 115 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 251 - 170 (Roll no. 152). 1:58:48 P.M. - H. Res. 115 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 179 (Roll no. 151). 12:31:26 P.M. - H. Res. 115 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 115. 12:31:09 P.M. - H. Res. 115 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 115 — "Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 44) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes." 12:11:51 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed with one minute speeches. 12:10:50 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 8 and S. Res. 78 . 12:03:55 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:03:03 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Duncan of TN to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:29 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Duncan (TN) 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. Duncan (TN) objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 12:01:36 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Pastor Alisa Lasater Wailoo, Capitol Hill United Methodist Church, Washington, DC. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 1. 11:28:20 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:02:55 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. 10:01:36 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:19 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 2, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:29 EDT Yes 7:56:34 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 3, 2011. 7:56:33 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:56:23 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:54:09 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with special order speeches. 5:50:54 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, 2011 -referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-12). 4:54:14 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:44:02 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:42:20 P.M. - H.R. 662 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:42:19 P.M. - H.R. 662 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 421 - 4 (Roll no. 160). 4:36:25 P.M. - H.R. 662 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 181 - 246, 2 Present (Roll no. 159). 4:19:46 P.M. - H.R. 662 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:10:18 P.M. - H.R. 662 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Polis (CO) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the Committee on Transportation to report the bill back to the House forthwith with an amendment which inserts a section rescinding all unobligated balances of contract authority provided or reserved for planning, design, or construction of the Gravina Island bridge, Alaska, or the Knik Arm bridge, Alaska. 4:09:57 P.M. - H.R. 662 Mr. Polis moved to recommit with instructions to Transportation. 4:09:05 P.M. - H.R. 662 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:08:51 P.M. - H.R. 662 On agreeing to the Mica amendment; Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 422 - 0 (Roll no. 158). 3:41:55 P.M. - H.R. 662 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 128, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Mica amendment. 3:41:51 P.M. - H.R. 662 An amendment, offered by Mr. Mica, Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 128 the text of the amendment is printed in House Report 112-20. 2:53:31 P.M. - H.R. 662 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 662. 2:53:26 P.M. - H.R. 662 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 662 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. The amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, if offered by Representative Mica of Florida or his designee, which shall be in order without intervention of any point of order, shall be considered as read, shall be separately debatable for 10 minutes equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent and shall not be subject to a demand for a division of the question. 2:53:21 P.M. - H.R. 662 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 128. H.R. 662 — "To provide an extension of Federal-aid highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, transit, and other programs funded out of the Highway Trust Fund pending enactment of a multiyear law reauthorizing such programs." 2:52:33 P.M. - The House received a communication from John L. Mica, Chairman. Mr. Mica notified the House that on February 16, 2011, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure met in open session to consider a resolution related to the General Services Administration's (GSA) FY 2011 Capital Investment and Leasing Program. The resolution authorizes the consolidation of the operations of the National Gallery of Art and the Federal Trade Commission that will result in savings to the federal government. The Committee adopted the resolution by voice vote with a quorum present. 2:51:33 P.M. - Mr. Westmoreland asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2011. Agreed to without objection. 2:51:05 P.M. - H. Res. 129 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:51:03 P.M. - H. Res. 129 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 252 - 175 (Roll no. 157). 2:44:29 P.M. - H. Res. 129 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 185 (Roll no. 156). 2:36:26 P.M. - H. Res. 129 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 129 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes." 2:36:23 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 129 and agreeing to the resolution, if ordered all of which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:36:22 P.M. - H. Res. 128 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:36:21 P.M. - H. Res. 128 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 256 - 169 (Roll no. 155). 2:12:25 P.M. - H. Res. 128 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:29:16 P.M. - H. Res. 128 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 128. 1:29:07 P.M. - H. Res. 128 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 128 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 662) to provide an extension of Federal-aid highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, transit, and other programs funded out of the Highway Trust Fund pending enactment of a multiyear law reauthorizing such programs." 1:27:08 P.M. - H. Res. 129 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 129, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Polis demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 12:22:46 P.M. - H. Res. 129 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 129. 12:22:15 P.M. - H. Res. 129 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 129 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes." 12:03:05 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:02:13 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 388 and H.J. Res. 44. 12:01:41 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Carnahan to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:35 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 2. 10:32:43 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:33 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. 10:01:16 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Kevin Yoder to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:01 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 3, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:27 EDT Yes 5:08:47 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on March 4, 2011. 5:08:46 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:08:35 P.M. - Mr. Pearce moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:47:29 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 4:47:28 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 662. 2:47:27 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:46:57 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Darrell Issa, Chairman, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Issa notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in a civil case now pending before the Court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he will make the determinations required by Rule VIII. 2:41:56 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded further with one minute speeches. 2:41:37 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 Agreed to without objection. 2:41:15 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, March 4, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 2:41:00 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 3, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2011. Agreed to without objection. 2:11:18 P.M. - H.R. 4 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:11:08 P.M. - H.R. 4 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 314 - 112 (Roll no. 162). 1:46:07 P.M. - H.R. 4 Point of order raised by Mr. Weiner on the voice vote of the measure. Mr Weiner stated that the bill purportedly included a Federal income tax increase making the clause 5b of Rule XXI requirement for a three-fifths majority for passage of the measure applicable. Point of order overruled by the Chair. 1:43:18 P.M. - H.R. 4 On motion to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 181 (Roll no. 161). 1:19:52 P.M. - H.R. 4 Mr. Camp moved to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair 1:19:37 P.M. - H.R. 4 Mr. Levin appealed the ruling of the chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the chair. 1:18:58 P.M. - H.R. 4 Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. 1:06:58 P.M. - H.R. 4 Mr. Camp raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr Camp stated that the motion violated clause 10 of rule XXI by proposing an increase in mandatory spending over a relevant period of time. Sustained by the Chair. 1:00:39 P.M. - H.R. 4 The instructions contained in the McNerney motion seek to require the Committee on Ways and Means to report the bill back to the House forthwith with an amendment which inserts sections entitled "NONREFUNDABLE PERSONAL CREDIT FOR TAXPAYERS SUBJECT TO A TAX INCREASE UNDER THE SMALL BUSINESS PAPERWORK MANDATE ELIMINATION ACT OF 2011", "INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO DOMESTIC PRODUCTION ACTIVITIES", and "MAJOR INTEGRATED OIL COMPANIES INELIGIBLE FOR LAST-IN, FIRST-OUT MEHTOD OF INVENTORY". 1:00:38 P.M. - H.R. 4 Mr. McNerney moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. 1:00:02 P.M. - H.R. 4 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:30:01 A.M. - H.R. 4 DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H.R. 4. 11:29:00 A.M. - H.R. 4 WORDS TAKEN DOWN - During the course of debate, exception was taken to certain words used in debate. Subsequently, unanimous consent was granted to withdraw the words and the House resumed debate on H.R. 4. 10:27:40 A.M. - H.R. 4 DEBATE - The House proceeded with two hours and thirty minutes of debate on H.R. 4, as amended. 10:25:19 A.M. - H.R. 4 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4 with 2 hours and 30 minutes of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions is allowed. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. The resolution provides that an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of the amendment recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in H.R. 705 shall be considered as adopted. The resolution waives all points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended. The waiver of all points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, is prophylactic in nature. 10:25:14 A.M. - H.R. 4 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 129. H.R. 4 — "To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes." 10:05:28 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. 10:05:03 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:04:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 4, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:25 EDT Yes 2:03:03 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on March 8, 2011 for Morning-Hour Debate. 2:02:47 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:39 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:27 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Barry Black, Chaplain of the United States Senate, Washington DC. 2:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Thomas J. Rooney to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:33 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 8, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:23 EDT Yes 8:08:22 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 9, 2011. 8:08:21 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:08:03 P.M. - Mr. Stutzman moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:09:27 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:07:39 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:04:13 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 150 and H. Res. 151. 7:03:35 P.M. - H. Res. 149 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:03:33 P.M. - H. Res. 149 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 7:03:00 P.M. - H. Res. 149 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Res. 149 — "Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 7:03:00 P.M. - H. Res. 149 Mr. Larson (CT) asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced. 7:01:19 P.M. - H.R. 525 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:01:13 P.M. - H.R. 525 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 280 - 138 (Roll no. 164). 6:53:25 P.M. - H.R. 525 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 525 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to enhance and increase the number of veterinarians trained in veterinary public health." 6:52:50 P.M. - H.R. 570 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:52:49 P.M. - H.R. 570 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 12 (Roll no. 163). 6:31:50 P.M. - H.R. 570 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 570 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to enhance the roles of dentists and allied dental personnel in the Nation's disaster response framework, and for other purposes." 6:30:41 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. 6:30:37 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 8. 4:31:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:30:27 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. 112-13). 4:29:46 P.M. - H.R. 525 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. 4:23:42 P.M. - H.R. 525 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 525. 4:23:41 P.M. - H.R. 525 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:23:32 P.M. - H.R. 525 Mr. Burgess moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 525 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to enhance and increase the number of veterinarians trained in veterinary public health." 4:22:56 P.M. - H.R. 570 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. 4:13:41 P.M. - H.R. 570 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 570. 4:13:40 P.M. - H.R. 570 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:13:26 P.M. - H.R. 570 Mr. Burgess moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 570 — "To amend the Public Health Service Act to enhance the roles of dentists and allied dental personnel in the Nation's disaster response framework, and for other purposes." 4:13:12 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:12:31 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mrs. Christensen . Mrs. Christensen submitted her resignation from the Committee on Homeland Security. The resignation was accepted without objection. 4:12:30 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mrs. Christensen . Mrs. Christensen submitted her resignation from the Committee on Natural Resources. The resignation was accepted without objection. 4:12:30 P.M. - The House received a communication from Robin Reeder, Archivist, Office of the Clerk. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Reeder notified the House that she had been served with a civil subpoena, issued before the Evidentiary Panel for the State Bar of Texas, for documents and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena was inconsistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 4:01:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 4:01:15 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Foxx to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4:01:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 4:00:01 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 4:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 8. 2:23:01 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 P.M. today. 2:00:53 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATES - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 4:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 2:00:46 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Kevin Yoder to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:25 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 9, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:20 EDT Yes 5:31:41 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 10, 2011. 5:31:39 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:31:25 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:43:47 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:36:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:35:05 P.M. - The House received a communication from John Boehner, Speaker of the House of Representatives. The Speaker notified the House that he has appointed the Honorable Jerry Lewis, the Honorable Fred Upton, the Honorable Andy Harris, and the Honorable Frank R. Wolf to act as Speaker pro tempore to sign enrolled bills and joint resolutions through the remainder of the One Hundred Twelfth Congress. 2:35:00 P.M. - JOINT ECONOMIC COMMITTEE - Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1024(a), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the JOINT ECONOMIC COMMITTEE: Mr. Hinchey, Mrs. Maloney, Ms. Sanchez Loretta of and Mr. Cummings. 2:34:32 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by recorded vote: 326 - 91, 1 Present (Roll no. 167). 2:26:23 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair annouced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of the Speaker's approval of the Journal which had been postponed earlier in the legislative day. 2:25:22 P.M. - H. Res. 150 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:25:21 P.M. - H. Res. 150 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 240 - 180 (Roll no. 166). 2:18:28 P.M. - H. Res. 150 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 186 (Roll no. 165). 1:18:20 P.M. - H. Res. 150 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 150. 1:16:12 P.M. - H. Res. 150 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 150 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 830) to rescind the unobligated funding for the FHA Refinance Program and to terminate the program." 1:15:36 P.M. - H. Res. 151 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:15:18 P.M. - H. Res. 151 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:15:10 P.M. - H. Res. 151 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:27:00 P.M. - H. Res. 151 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 151. 12:25:18 P.M. - H. Res. 151 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 151 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 836) to rescind the unobligated funding for the Emergency Mortgage Relief Program and to terminate the program." 12:04:05 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:04:03 P.M. - PRINTING OF PROCEEDINGS IN RECORD - Mr. Hensarling asked unanimous consent that the proceedings had during the recess be printed in the Congressional Record of today. Agreed to without objection. 12:03:32 P.M. - H. Res. 155 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:03:19 P.M. - H. Res. 155 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:03:08 P.M. - H. Res. 155 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 155 — "Electing a Member to a standing committee of the House of Representatives." 12:03:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 9. 11:42:32 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 11:42:02 A.M. - JOINT MEETING DISSOLVED - The Speaker announced that the Joint Meeting was dissolved and that the House would recess subject to the call of the Chair. 10:50:45 A.M. - JOINT MEETING - The House has reconvened in Joint Meeting with the Senate to receive an address by the Honorable Julia Gillard, Prime Minister of Australia. 10:50:29 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 9. 10:04:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House would recess and would reconvene in a Joint Meeting with the Senate for the purpose of receiving the Honorable Julia Gillard, Prime Minister of Australia. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 10:03:27 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 23. 10:03:02 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Womack to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:42 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Womack 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. Womack objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:09 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 10, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:18 EDT Yes 6:56:51 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 11, 2011. 6:56:50 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:56:33 P.M. - Mr. Jackson (IL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:40:32 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:36:59 P.M. - H.R. 830 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. 830. 4:36:58 P.M. - H.R. 830 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:36:57 P.M. - H.R. 830 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 256 - 171 (Roll no. 171). 4:30:15 P.M. - H.R. 830 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 243 (Roll no. 170). 4:12:45 P.M. - H.R. 830 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:03:38 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Deutch motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with amendments which provide a continuation of the provisions of the program for senior homeowners. 4:02:56 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mr. Deutch moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 4:00:45 P.M. - H.R. 830 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. 4:00:33 P.M. - H.R. 830 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:00:17 P.M. - H.R. 830 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 830. 3:59:03 P.M. - H.R. 830 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; as modified Agreed to by recorded vote: 278 - 147 (Roll no. 169). 3:52:28 P.M. - H.R. 830 On agreeing to the Lynch amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 184 - 243 (Roll no. 168). 3:28:55 P.M. - H.R. 830 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. 3:27:28 P.M. - H.R. 830 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on adoption of the Waters amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Biggert demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:21:32 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waters amendment number 6, as modified, under the five-minute rule. 3:20:57 P.M. - H.R. 830 Waters amendment; modified by unanimous consent. 3:19:56 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 6 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section requiring the Secretary to post a statement prominently on the web which explains that the FHA Short Refinance Program has been terminated and includes a contact for borrowers who are uncertain as to how to proceed. 3:04:34 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on pro forma amendments under the five-minute rule. 3:02:55 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mrs. Biggert raised a point of order against the Garamendi amendment. Mrs. Biggert stated that the amendment was not germane and violated clause 7 of rule 16. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:56:45 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Garamendi amendment number 7 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:56:26 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Garamendi, numbered 7 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section regarding treatment of bonuses for finacial sector employees. 2:55:21 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mrs. Biggert raised a point of order against the Holt amendment. Mrs. Biggert stated that the amendment was not germane and violated clause 7 of rule 16. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:52:26 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Holt amendment number 8 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:52:21 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 8 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section detailing modifications of real property standard deduction. 2:45:42 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mrs. Biggert raised a point of order against the Inslee amendment. Mrs. Biggert stated that the amendment was not germane and violated clause 7 of rule 16. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:42:59 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Inslee amendment number 14 under the five-minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:42:26 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Inslee, numbered 14 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section directing the Attorney General to pursue criminal prosecution of those who have failed to comply with State laws relating to foreclosure of mortgages on residential real property. 2:41:00 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mrs. Biggert raised a point of order against the Sanchez, Loretta amendment. Mrs. Biggert stated that the amendment had the effect of increasing mandatory spending over a specified period of time and violated clause 10 of rule 21. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:37:13 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Loretta Sanchez amendment in the nature of a substitute number 15 under the five minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:37:07 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Ms. Sanchez, Loretta, numbered 15 printed in the Congressional Record to insert a complete new text detailing use of funding for an FHA Refinancing Program. 2:35:07 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mrs. Biggert raised a point of order against the Waters amendment. Mrs. Biggert stated that the amendment was not germane and violated clause 7 of Rule XVI. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:29:37 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waters amendment number 5 under the five minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:29:34 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 5 printed in the Congressional Record to direct the Housing and Urban Development Department, in consultation with the Treasury Department, to conduct a study on the negative impacts of underwater mortgage loans on the housing market and economy of the United States and to report on the findings. 2:24:27 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on pro forma amendments under the five-minute rule. 2:23:26 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mrs. Biggert raised a point of order against the Inslee amendment. Mrs. Biggert stated that the amendment was not germane. The Chair sustained the point of order. 2:19:40 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Inslee amendment number 12 under the five minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 2:19:38 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Inslee, numbered 12 printed in the Congressional Record to modify the bill's required study by the Housing and Urban Development Department on the FHA Refinance Program's use by, and effects on, certain homeowners to include a study on the need and appropriate guidelines for a replacement mortgage insurance program. 2:19:20 P.M. - H.R. 830 On agreeing to the Paulsen amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:15:37 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Paulsen amendment number 4 under the five minute rule. 2:15:34 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Paulsen, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to include military servicemembers and veterans who have service-connected injuries, as well as survivors and dependents of such individuals, in a study on use of the FHA Refinance program. 2:14:12 P.M. - H.R. 830 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Lynch amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Frank (MA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:00:37 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Lynch amendment number 3 under the five-minute rule. 2:00:35 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Lynch, numbered 3 printed in the Congressional Record to strike language in the bill terminating the Mortgagee Letter 2010-23, which provided guidance for the FHA Refinance Program. The amendment also strikes language which prohibits the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from issuing any regulation, order, or notice that is based on or substantially similar to such Mortgagee Letter. 1:59:16 P.M. - H.R. 830 On agreeing to the Fitzpatrick amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 1:56:08 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Fitzpatrick amendment number 11 under the five minute rule. 1:55:52 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mr. Fitzpatrick, numbered 11 printed in the Congressional Record to require any unexpected balances for the FHA Refinance Program that are rescinded and canceled under the bill to be retained in the general fund of the Treasury for reducing the debt of the federal government. 1:40:25 P.M. - H.R. 830 Mr. Bachus raised a point of order against the Maloney amendment. Mr. Bachus stated that the amendment was not germane and violated clause 7 of Rule XVI. The Chair sustained the point of order. 1:33:58 P.M. - H.R. 830 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 150, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Maloney amendment number 9 under the five minute rule, pending reservation of a point of order. 1:33:49 P.M. - H.R. 830 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Maloney, numbered 9 printed in the Congressional Record to add a section which lists the number of underwater mortgages in 43 states and the District of Columbia. 12:26:00 P.M. - H.R. 830 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 830. 12:25:49 P.M. - H.R. 830 The Speaker designated the Honorable Charles F. Bass to act as Chairman of the Committee. 12:25:47 P.M. - H.R. 830 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 150 and Rule XVIII. 12:25:23 P.M. - H.R. 830 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 830 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 read by section. Specified amendments are in order. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill. 12:25:18 P.M. - H.R. 830 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 150. H.R. 830 — "To rescind the unobligated funding for the FHA Refinance Program and to terminate the program." 12:03:03 P.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. 12:02:12 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Wilson of SC to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:08 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:07 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Raymond Bowman, Spruce Street Baptist Church, Nashville, Tennessee. 12:00:24 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 10. 10:51:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:00 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - 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. 10:00:28 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert E. Latta to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:16 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 11, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:15 EDT Yes 3:38:19 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on March 14, 2011. 3:37:42 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 11. 3:02:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:01:34 P.M. - The House received a communication from Darrell E. Issa, Chairman, Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. On March 3, 2011, Chairman Issa had notified the House formally, pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, that the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in a case pending before that Court. The notification referenced the pending case as a civil case, but was in fact a criminal case. 2:06:33 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:05:44 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 1:05:17 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, March 11, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2011, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 12:33:02 P.M. - H.R. 836 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. 830. 12:33:01 P.M. - H.R. 836 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:32:59 P.M. - H.R. 836 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 242 - 177 (Roll no. 174). 12:26:47 P.M. - H.R. 836 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 182 - 238 (Roll no. 173). 12:10:26 P.M. - H.R. 836 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 11:57:30 A.M. - H.R. 836 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with amendments which provide a continuation of the provisions of the program for military veteran homeowners. 11:56:26 A.M. - H.R. 836 Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 11:55:46 A.M. - H.R. 836 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. 11:55:30 A.M. - H.R. 836 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:54:52 A.M. - H.R. 836 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 836. 11:54:35 A.M. - H.R. 836 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 237 (Roll no. 172). 11:32:20 A.M. - H.R. 836 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 11:24:55 A.M. - H.R. 836 Mr. Hensarling raised a point of order against the Sanchez, Loretta amendment. Mr. Hensarling stated that the provisions of the amendment exceed the scope of the bill and the amendment is therefore,not germane. The Chair sustained the point of order. 11:19:25 A.M. - H.R. 836 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Loretta Sanchez amendment number 7 under the five-minute rule, pending the reservation of a point of order. 11:19:22 A.M. - H.R. 836 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sanchez, Loretta, numbered 7 printed in the Congressional Record to provide that the bill take effect on the first date occurring after enactment on which the Current Population Survey of the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Labor Department, as released monthly, identifies that the unemployment rate for the United States is equal to 7.5% or less. 11:18:36 A.M. - H.R. 836 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waters amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Waters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 10:49:59 A.M. - H.R. 836 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waters amendment number 4 under the five-minute rule. 10:49:05 A.M. - H.R. 836 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to direct Housing and Urban Development Department to publish on its website, no later than five days after the bill's enactment, to "contact your Member of Congress for assistance." 10:48:55 A.M. - H.R. 836 On agreeing to the Neugebauer amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:46:51 A.M. - H.R. 836 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Neugebauer amendment number 3 under the five-minute rule. 10:45:56 A.M. - H.R. 836 An amendment, offered by Mr. Neugebauer, numbered 3 printed in the Congressional Record to include m ilitary servicemembers and veterans who have service-related injuries, as well as survivors and dependents of such individuals, in a study on use of the Emergency Mortgage Relief Program. 10:45:28 A.M. - H.R. 836 On agreeing to the Canseco amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:26:59 A.M. - H.R. 836 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 151, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Canseco amendment number 5 under the five-minute rule. 10:26:54 A.M. - H.R. 836 An amendment, offered by Mr. Canseco, numbered 5 printed in the Congressional Record to provide that all unexpended balances rescinded and permanently canceled by the Emergency Mortgage Relief Program's termination be retained in the General Fund of the Treasury for reducing the federal government debt. 9:13:56 A.M. - H.R. 836 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 836. 9:13:46 A.M. - H.R. 836 The Speaker designated the Honorable Lynn A. Westmoreland to act as Chairman of the Committee. 9:13:45 A.M. - H.R. 836 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 151 and Rule XVIII. 9:13:22 A.M. - H.R. 836 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 836 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 read by section. Specified amendments are in order. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill. 9:13:17 A.M. - H.R. 836 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 151. H.R. 836 — "To rescind the unobligated funding for the Emergency Mortgage Relief Program and to terminate the program." 9:02:40 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 9:02:28 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Connolly of VA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:01:00 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 the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:37 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 14, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:13 EDT Yes 8:58:15 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 15, 2011. 8:58:14 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:57:59 P.M. - Mrs. Christensen moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:10:31 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:04:30 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:03:05 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 7:02:09 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 7:02:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 0 (Roll no. 176). 6:55:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 27 — "Providing for the acceptance of a statue of Gerald R. Ford from the people of Michigan for placement in the United States Capitol." 6:54:14 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence for all those who have perished in the aftermath of the devastating Earthquake and Tsunami that hit the nation of Japan. 6:53:13 P.M. - H.R. 793 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:12 P.M. - H.R. 793 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 175). 6:52:03 P.M. - H.R. 793 Considered as unfinished business. 6:31:03 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. 6:31:02 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 167. 6:30:16 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 14. 5:36:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:35:42 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 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. 5:12:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 27. 5:12:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:12:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 27 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 27 — "Providing for the acceptance of a statue of Gerald R. Ford from the people of Michigan for placement in the United States Capitol." 5:12:03 P.M. - H.R. 793 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 5:03:02 P.M. - H.R. 793 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 793. 5:03:00 P.M. - H.R. 793 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:03:00 P.M. - H.R. 793 Mr. Ross (FL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 793 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 12781 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in Inverness, California, as the "Specialist Jake Robert Velloza Post Office"." 5:02:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 5:02:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 14. 2:05:08 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:02:26 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:05 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:28 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Campbell 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. Campbell objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 2:00:29 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:26 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 14. 12:07:38 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:00:50 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 12:00:39 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable John Campbell to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:19 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 15, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:11 EDT Yes 6:03:26 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 16, 2011. 6:03:25 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:03:10 P.M. - Mr. Sessions moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:01:12 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 170. 3:54:32 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:49:55 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches. 3:48:54 P.M. - H. Res. 168 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:48:49 P.M. - H. Res. 168 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 3:48:34 P.M. - H. Res. 168 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 168 — "Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 3:45:31 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 3:44:56 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Marchant . Mr. Marchant submitted his resignation from the Committee on Financial Services. The resignation was accepted without objection. 3:41:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:41:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 197 (Roll no. 180). 3:33:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 30 — "Providing for a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives and a conditional recess or adjournment of the Senate." 3:32:07 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of H. Con. Res. 30 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:31:56 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:31:56 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 271 - 158 (Roll no. 179). 3:22:35 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 190 - 239 (Roll no. 178). 3:00:07 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:51:21 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Critz motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to prohibit use of funds in the joint resolution to develop or implement a system that cuts Social Security benefits, or that privatizes Social Security, or to develop or implement a system that cuts Medicare benefits, eliminates guaranteed health coverage for seniors, or establishes a Medicare voucher plan that limits payments to beneficiaries in order to purchase health care in the private sector. 2:50:54 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 Mr. Critz moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 2:49:44 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:29:16 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 48. 1:28:42 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 48 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 joint resolution are waived. 1:28:37 P.M. - H.J. Res. 48 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 167. H.J. Res. 48 — "Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes." 1:25:10 P.M. - AGREEING TO SPEAKER'S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and after putting the question to a voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed and the Journal stood approved. 1:25:09 P.M. - H. Res. 167 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:25:06 P.M. - H. Res. 167 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 181 (Roll no. 177). 1:02:00 P.M. - H. Res. 167 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 167 — "Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 48) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes." 1:01:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 15. 12:58:04 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 1:00 P.M. today. 12:56:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 POSPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Con. Res. 30, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes ha d prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption until later in the legislative day. 12:54:56 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 30 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 30 — "Providing for a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives and a conditional recess or adjournment of the Senate." 12:54:17 P.M. - H. Res. 167 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 167, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption until later in the legislative day. 12:53:50 P.M. - H. Res. 167 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:18:29 P.M. - H. Res. 167 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 167. 12:17:31 P.M. - H. Res. 167 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 167 — "Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 48) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2011, and for other purposes." 12:03:15 P.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. 12:03:04 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Baca to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:23 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Poe (TX) 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. Poe (TX) objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 12:00:59 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:00:55 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 15. 10:46:36 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:45 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. 10:01:24 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Michael R. Turner to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:10 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 16, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:08 EDT Yes 8:10:50 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 17, 2011. 8:10:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:10:08 P.M. - Mr. Ellison moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:54:39 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:45:38 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 6:44:35 P.M. - Mr. Dreier filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 174. 6:44:24 P.M. - H.R. 861 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:44:23 P.M. - H.R. 861 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 242 - 182 (Roll no. 188). 6:38:22 P.M. - H.R. 861 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 153 - 272 (Roll no. 187). 6:22:11 P.M. - H.R. 861 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 6:11:45 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Braley (IA) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the bill back to the House with an amendment to require that states give priority emphasis and consideration to rural areas when distributing Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds that were allocated by HUD and appropriated under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, pending reservation of a point of order. Subsequently, the reservation was removed. 6:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 861 Mr. Braley (IA) moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 6:09:57 P.M. - H.R. 861 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 6:09:08 P.M. - H.R. 861 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 861. 6:08:53 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Maloney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 246 (Roll no. 186). 6:02:43 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 249 (Roll no. 185). 5:56:16 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 - 248 (Roll no. 184). 5:48:51 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Ellison amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 244 (Roll no. 183). 5:23:30 P.M. - H.R. 861 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 5:23:29 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Castor (FL) amendments; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:12:55 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Comittee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Castor amendments en bloc. 5:12:47 P.M. - H.R. 861 Amendments en bloc offered by Ms. Castor (FL), consisting of amendments 9 and 10 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34. 5:11:46 P.M. - H.R. 861 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Maloney amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Maloney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:01:03 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Maloney amendment number 8. 5:01:01 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Maloney, numbered 8 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to list the number of homes in each state that have been vacant for 90 days or more and which would be eligible for rehabilitation under the program. Would also state that by voting to terminate this program, these units may not be able to be rehabilitated using NSP funds. 4:59:51 P.M. - H.R. 861 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waters amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Waters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:52:59 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment number 7. 4:52:56 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 7 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to require the Secretary of HUD to study the number of homes that will not be mitigated in each Congressional district as a result of the funding rescission, and report findings to Congress. 4:51:49 P.M. - H.R. 861 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waters amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Waters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:42:40 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment number 6. 4:42:37 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 6 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to require the Secretary of HUD to send a notice to NSP grantees that would have received funding under NSP that the program has been terminated. 4:41:48 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Richardson amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:31:39 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Richardson amendment number 5. 4:31:36 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Ms. Richardson, numbered 5 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to amend the effective date of H.R. 861 to the sooner of: (1) 5 years from the date of enactment; or (2) the date when the national average of underwater mortgages on 1- to 4-family residential properties is 10 percent or less and the percentage of underwater mortgages relating to such properties in the state with the highest percentage of underwater residential properties is 15 percent or less. 4:30:59 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Sanchez, Loretta amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:21:33 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Loretta Sanchez amendment number 4. 4:21:30 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sanchez, Loretta, numbered 4 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to add a new section with Congressional findings that if the rescinded and canceled amounts were instead made available for NSP, the Congress could have rebuilt U.S. neighborhoods. 4:20:33 P.M. - H.R. 861 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Ellison amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Ellison demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:12:56 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ellison amendment number 3. 4:12:53 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellison, numbered 3 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to provide findings for the need for and efficacy of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. 4:10:45 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Ellison amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:10:42 P.M. - H.R. 861 VACATED PROCEEDINGS - Mr. Ellison asked unanimous consent to vacate the proceedings by which his amendment numbered 1 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34, was postponed, to the end that the Chair put the question on the amendment de novo. Agreed to without objection. 4:10:41 P.M. - H.R. 861 On agreeing to the Hurt amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:00:07 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hurt amendment number 2. 4:00:04 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hurt, numbered 2 printed in part B of House Report 112-34 to ensure that all unobligated balances rescinded by the bill should be retained in the Treasury's General Fund for the purpose of deficit reduction. 3:59:00 P.M. - H.R. 861 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Ellison amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Ellison demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:49:29 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ellison amendment number 1. 3:48:59 P.M. - H.R. 861 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellison, numbered 1 printed in Part B of House Report 112-34 to list state-by-state funding allocations of Neighborhood Stabilization Programs Round Three potentially at risk. 3:48:00 P.M. - H.R. 861 On motion to rise and recommend that the enacting clause be stricken Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 240 (Roll no. 182). 3:20:55 P.M. - H.R. 861 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ellison motion to rise and recommend that the enacting clause be stricken to H.R. 861. 3:20:32 P.M. - H.R. 861 Mr. Ellison moved to rise and recommend that the enacting clause be stricken. 2:03:31 P.M. - H.R. 861 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 861. 2:03:19 P.M. - H.R. 861 The Speaker designated the Honorable Charles F. Bass to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:03:18 P.M. - H.R. 861 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 170 and Rule XVIII. 2:02:52 P.M. - H.R. 861 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 839 and H.R. 861 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. With respect to each measure, the resolution provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill shall be considered as an original bill for the purpose of amendment and shall be considered as read. 2:02:47 P.M. - H.R. 861 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 170. H.R. 861 — "To rescind the third round of funding for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and to terminate the program." 2:01:31 P.M. - The House received a communication from Margaret Stephenson, Former Constituent Services Representative, Office of U.S. Represenative John P. Sarbanes. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Stephenson notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena, issued by the District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County, to appear as a witness in the criminal trial of a third party who contacted Congressman John P. Sarbanes' District Office 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. 2:00:47 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 16, 2011 at 11:08 a.m. stating that the Senate agreed to S.J. Res. 7, S.J. Res. 8, and S.J. Res. 9. 1:59:32 P.M. - Mr. Walden asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 17, 2011. Agreed to without objection. 1:58:58 P.M. - H. Res. 170 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:58:56 P.M. - H. Res. 170 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 180 (Roll no. 181). 1:36:12 P.M. - H. Res. 170 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:32:17 P.M. - H. Res. 170 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 170. 12:26:58 P.M. - H. Res. 170 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 170 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 839) to amend the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to terminate the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to provide new assistance under the Home Affordable Modification Program, while preserving assistance to homeowners who were already extended an offer to participate in the Program, either on a trial or permanent basis; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 861) to rescind the third round of funding for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and to terminate the program." 12:25:03 P.M. - ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Sessions asked unanimous consent that it be in order at any time to consider H. Con. Res. 28 in the House, if called up by the chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs or a designee; that the concurrent resolution be considered as read; that the previous question be considered as ordered on the concurrent resolution to final adoption without intervening motion except (1) one hour of debate controlled by Representative Kucinich of Ohio or his designee; and (2) one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs; and that section 7 of the War Powers Resolution (50 U.S.C. 1546) not apply to the concurrent resolution. Agreed to without objection. 12:03:02 P.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. 12:02:35 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pitts to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:30 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. 12:00:58 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 16. 10:36:42 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:09 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. 10:00:45 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Renee L. Ellmers to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:30 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 17, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:06 EDT Yes 5:55:50 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to the order of the House of March 17, 2011. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 18, 2011 unless the House sooner receives a message from the Senate indicating its adoption of H. Con. Res. 30, in which case the House stands adjourned until March 29, 2011. 5:55:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:55:00 P.M. - Mr. Nunnelee moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:54:01 P.M. - Mr. Nunnelee asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 17, 2011 on a motion pursuant to this order, it adjourn to meet at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 18, 2011, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its concurrence in H. Con. Res. 30, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution. Agreed to without objection. 3:40:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:39:05 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 27 and passed H.J. Res. 48. 3:32:41 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 3:29:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:29:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 On agreeing to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 93 - 321, 1 Present (Roll no. 193). 3:23:23 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 28 — "Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan." 3:23:12 P.M. - H.R. 1076 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:23:11 P.M. - H.R. 1076 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 228 - 192, 1 Present (Roll no. 192). 3:15:18 P.M. - H.R. 1076 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 184 - 235 (Roll no. 191). 2:51:48 P.M. - H.R. 1076 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:44:01 P.M. - H.R. 1076 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sutton motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the bill back to the House with an amendment to prohibit the underlying legislation from limiting the eligibility of non-commercial educational radio programs from receiving Federal funds to broadcast or disseminate alerts issued by the AMBER Alert communications network regarding abducted children. 2:43:38 P.M. - H.R. 1076 Ms. Sutton moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 2:42:05 P.M. - H.R. 1076 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:26:37 P.M. - H.R. 1076 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1076. 1:26:30 P.M. - H.R. 1076 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1076 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. The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. Although the rule waives all points of order against consideration of the bill, the Committee is not aware of any points of order. The waiver is prophylactic in nature. Although the rule waives all points of order against provisions in the bill, the Committee is not aware of any points of order against any of the provisions in the bill. The waiver of all points of order against provisions in the bill is prophylactic in nature. 1:26:25 P.M. - H.R. 1076 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 174. H.R. 1076 — "To prohibit Federal funding of National Public Radio and the use of Federal funds to acquire radio content." 1:25:05 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Con. Res. 28, the Chair put the question on adoption of the concurrent resolution and by voice vote announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Ros-Lehtinen demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the concurrent resolution until later in the legislative day. 1:24:59 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:58:38 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous special order, the House proceeded with 2 hours of debate on H. Con. Res. 28. 10:58:00 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 28 Considered pursuant to a previous order. H. Con. Res. 28 — "Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan." 10:57:12 A.M. - H. Res. 174 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:57:11 A.M. - H. Res. 174 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 181 (Roll no. 190). 10:47:01 A.M. - H. Res. 174 Point of order raised by Mr. Weiner on the content of the measure. Mr. Weiner stated that the underlying bill made in order by H. Res. 174 had not been posted online for 72 hours, and as such, was in violation of the rules of the House. Point of order overruled by the Chair. 10:46:15 A.M. - H. Res. 174 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 179 (Roll no. 189). 9:16:16 A.M. - H. Res. 174 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 174. 9:16:00 A.M. - H. Res. 174 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 174 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1076) to prohibit Federal funding of National Public Radio and the use of Federal funds to acquire radio content." 9:15:25 A.M. - H. Res. 147 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 9:15:16 A.M. - H. Res. 147 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 9:15:00 A.M. - H. Res. 147 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 147 — "Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Twelfth Congress." 9:03:07 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. 9:02:24 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Barrow to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:17 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:45 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:26 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:14 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 29, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:03 EDT Yes 9:46:45 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 30, 2011. 9:46:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:46:00 P.M. - Mr. Pearce moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:56:59 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:47:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:46:47 P.M. - H.R. 1148 RE-REFERRAL - Mr. Bachus asked unanimous consent that H.R. 1148 be re-referred primarily to the Committee on Financial Services and additionally to the Committees on Agriculture, House Administration, the Judiciary, Ethics and Rules. Agreed to without objection. 7:45:48 P.M. - H.R. 839 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. 839 as may be necessary to reflect the actions of the House in amending the bill, to include striking "paragraph (1)" on page 5, line 16, and inserting in lieu thereof "subparagraph (A)". 7:44:32 P.M. - H.R. 839 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:44:31 P.M. - H.R. 839 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 252 - 170, 1 Present (Roll no. 198). 7:37:47 P.M. - H.R. 839 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 185 - 238, 1 Present (Roll no. 197). 7:21:19 P.M. - H.R. 839 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 7:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Larsen (WA) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment which adds a new paragraph entitled "CONTINUATION OF PROGRAM FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES AND GOLD STAR RECIPIENTS". 7:11:11 P.M. - H.R. 839 Mr. Larsen (WA) moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 7:10:50 P.M. - H.R. 839 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. 7:10:40 P.M. - H.R. 839 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 7:09:14 P.M. - H.R. 839 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 839. 7:08:42 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Maloney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 173 - 249 (Roll no. 196). 7:02:54 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 182 - 239 (Roll no. 195). 6:57:13 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Hanna amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 247 - 170 (Roll no. 194). 6:36:31 P.M. - H.R. 839 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. 6:34:41 P.M. - H.R. 839 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Chairman of the Committee. 6:34:40 P.M. - H.R. 839 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 170 and Rule XVIII. 6:34:21 P.M. - H.R. 839 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 839 — "To amend the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to terminate the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to provide new assistance under the Home Affordable Modification Program, while preserving assistance to homeowners who were already extended an offer to participate in the Program, either on a trial or permanent basis." 6:33:59 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 186. 6:33:51 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 29. 5:00:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:58:40 P.M. - H.R. 839 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 839 as unfinished business. 4:58:11 P.M. - H.R. 839 On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 4:57:56 P.M. - H.R. 839 Mrs. Biggert moved that the committee rise. 4:57:29 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Sanchez, Loretta amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:51:52 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Loretta Sanchez amendment. 4:51:24 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Ms. Sanchez, Loretta, numbered 9 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to add the Sense of Congress language to the end of the bill that banks are encouraged to work with homeowners to provide loan modifications for those qualifying and assist homeowners and prospective homeowners with foreclosure prevention programs and information on loan modifications 4:50:57 P.M. - H.R. 839 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Maloney amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Maloney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:39:40 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Maloney amendment. 4:39:16 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Maloney, numbered 8 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to include a list of the number of trial and permanent modifications started under the HAMP program in each state as well as the number of seriously delinquent mortgages across the country that will not be able to be eligible for HAMP modifications because Congress is terminating the program. 4:38:53 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Matsui amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:31:14 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Matsui amendment. 4:30:54 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Ms. Matsui, numbered 7 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to require mortgage lenders and services participating in the HAMP program to continue to publicly report basic loan modification information. 4:30:20 P.M. - H.R. 839 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson Lee(TX) amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson Lee(TX) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:21:50 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment. 4:21:30 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 6 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to require a study and report submitted to Congress determining the successful aspects of HAMP, and legislative recommendations for a replacement loan modification program. 4:21:10 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:14:49 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Waters amendment. 4:14:28 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 5 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to require the Secretary of the Treasury to send a letter to HAMP applicants that they will not be considered for a modification due to termination of the program and that they can contact their Member of Congress for assistance in negotiating with or acquiring a loan modification from their servicer 4:13:32 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Miller (NC) amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:08:02 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Miller (NC) amendment. 4:08:00 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Mr. Miller (NC), numbered 4 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to direct the Secretary, upon termination of the Home Affordable Modification Program, to undertake a study of the use of the program by covered homeowners, and also of the effectiveness of the program in assisting these homeowners. Following completion of that study, the Secretary would be required to implement a new program to assist the same group of homeowners based on the study's findings. 4:07:17 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Canseco amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:56:07 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Canseco amendment. 3:56:03 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Mr. Canseco, numbered 3 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to ensure that all taxpayer funds saved from elimination of the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) are used to reduce the deficit. 3:55:36 P.M. - H.R. 839 On agreeing to the Ellison amendment; Failed by voice vote. 3:43:56 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Ellison amendment. 3:43:40 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellison, numbered 2 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to include Congressional findings on various facts about the HAMP program, including cost and number of permanent modifications. 3:42:31 P.M. - H.R. 839 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hanna amendment, the Chair put the question on the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Biggert demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:33:24 P.M. - H.R. 839 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 170, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Hanna amendment. 3:33:21 P.M. - H.R. 839 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hanna, numbered 1 printed in Part A of House Report 112-34 to include findings detailing the Home Affordable Modification Program's (HAMP's) flaws and state that terminating HAMP would save taxpayers approximately $1.4 billion. 2:24:40 P.M. - H.R. 839 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 839. 2:24:12 P.M. - H.R. 839 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:24:11 P.M. - H.R. 839 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 170 and Rule XVIII. 2:22:57 P.M. - H.R. 839 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 839 and H.R. 861 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measures will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. With respect to each measure, the resolution provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Financial Services now printed in the bill shall be considered as an original bill for the purpose of amendment and shall be considered as read. 2:22:52 P.M. - H.R. 839 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 170. H.R. 839 — "To amend the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to terminate the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to provide new assistance under the Home Affordable Modification Program, while preserving assistance to homeowners who were already extended an offer to participate in the Program, either on a trial or permanent basis." 2:22:19 P.M. - H.R. 1079 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:22:16 P.M. - H.R. 1079 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 2:10:20 P.M. - H.R. 1079 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1079. 2:10:17 P.M. - H.R. 1079 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:10:04 P.M. - H.R. 1079 Mr. Petri moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1079 — "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 the airport improvement program, and for other purposes." 2:09:47 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:06:24 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:05:11 P.M. - Committee on Ethics - Pursuant to clause 5(a)(4)(A) of Rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the Minority Leader appointed the following Members to be available to serve on investigative subcommittees of the Committee on Ethics: Ms. Lofgren, Zoe of CA, Mr. Chandler, Mr. Sarbanes, Ms. Sewell, Mr. Tonko, Mr. Lujan, Mr. Cicilline, Mr. Keating, Mr. Schiff, and Ms. CLarke of NY. 2:05:10 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 received a message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 17, 2011 at 6:52 p.m. stating that that body had agreed to H. Con. Res. 30. 2:03:17 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:57 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:53 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:34 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 30, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:42:00 EDT Yes 8:20:56 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 31, 2011. 8:20:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:20:00 P.M. - Mr. Diaz-Balart moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:15:35 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 6:15:13 P.M. - Mr. Webster filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 189. 6:00:18 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:57:05 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:56:11 P.M. - H.R. 872 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. 5:12:06 P.M. - H.R. 872 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 872. 5:11:09 P.M. - H.R. 872 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:10:43 P.M. - H.R. 872 Mr. Gibbs moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 872 — "To amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters, and for other purposes." 5:09:28 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 5:08:32 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 March 30, 2011 at 9:32 a.m. stating that the Senate passed H.R. 1079. 5:08:07 P.M. - H.R. 471 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:08:06 P.M. - H.R. 471 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 225 - 195 (Roll no. 204). 5:01:08 P.M. - H.R. 471 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 238 (Roll no. 203). 4:43:27 P.M. - H.R. 471 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:34:26 P.M. - H.R. 471 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cummings motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment which strikes all after the enacting clause and inserts two sections. Section 1 is entitled "FUNDING FOR DC PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND DC PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS". Section 2 is entitled "AUTHORIZATION FOR APPROPRIATIONS". 4:33:29 P.M. - H.R. 471 Mr. Cummings moved to recommit with instructions to Oversight and Government. 4:30:00 P.M. - H.R. 471 Point of order raised by Mr. Weiner on the content of the measure. Mr. Weiner stated that the provisions of bill violates clause 10(a) of Rule XXI. The Chair stated that the point of order was not timely. 4:28:42 P.M. - H.R. 471 On agreeing to the Norton amendment; Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 185 - 237 (Roll no. 202). 3:20:34 P.M. - H.R. 471 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 186, the House proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the Norton substitute amendment. 3:19:46 P.M. - H.R. 471 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Ms. Norton, printed in House Report 112-45 to redirect the religious and other private school voucher funding to District of Columbia public schools and District of Columbia public charter schools. 2:08:50 P.M. - H.R. 471 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 471. 2:07:54 P.M. - H.R. 471 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 471 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. The amendment recommended by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. 2:07:49 P.M. - H.R. 471 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 186. H.R. 471 — "To reauthorize the DC opportunity scholarship program, and for other purposes." 2:07:25 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 309 - 107, 1 Present (Roll no. 201). 1:59:30 P.M. - H. Res. 186 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:59:29 P.M. - H. Res. 186 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 178 (Roll no. 200). 1:52:30 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of H. Res. 186 and the Speaker's approval of the Journal, all of which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:52:29 P.M. - H. Res. 186 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 182 (Roll no. 199). 12:26:01 P.M. - H. Res. 186 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 186. 12:25:49 P.M. - H. Res. 186 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 186 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 471) to reauthorize the DC opportunity scholarship program, and for other purposes." 12:04:56 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:04:18 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cicilline to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:49 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mrs. Miller (MI) 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. Mrs. Miller (MI) 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. 12:02:09 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 12:02:02 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 30. 10:59:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:10 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - 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. 10:00:49 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert Hurt to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:37 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 31, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:57 EDT Yes 8:56:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on April 1, 2012. 8:56:38 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:56:29 P.M. - Mr. Mica moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:55:00 P.M. - APPOINTMENT OF OFFICIAL OBJECTORS - On behalf of the Majority and Minority Leaderships, the Chair announced that the official objectors for the Private Calendar for the 112th Congress were as follows: For the Majority: Messrs. Smith (TX), Sensenbrenner (WI), and Poe (TX). For the Minority: Messrs. Serrano (NY), Nadler (NY), and Edwards (MD). 8:53:36 P.M. - H.R. 658 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 658 as unfinished business. 8:53:26 P.M. - H.R. 658 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 8:53:11 P.M. - H.R. 658 Mr. Mica moved that the Committee rise. 8:52:38 P.M. - H.R. 658 By unanimous consent, the Moore amendment was withdrawn. 8:45:32 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Moore (WI) amendment no. 32. 8:45:01 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Moore, numbered 32 printed in House Report 112-46 to give the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the authority to conduct demonstration projects at five airports in support of "aerotropolis" zones that assist in better coordinating transportation around airports and funding of projects to reduce congestion, improve, and increase the flow of freight and passengers to and through the airport through multiple transportation modes. 8:44:45 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Schiff amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 8:41:38 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schiff amendment no. 31. 8:41:37 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Schiff, numbered 31 printed in House Report 112-46 to include sense of Congress language that the operator of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) should consult with representatives of the community surrounding LAX regarding airport operations and expansion plans. 8:40:20 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 8:35:53 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson amendment no. 30. 8:35:28 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Matheson, numbered 30 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow the Transportation Department to release any terms, conditions, reservations, or restrictions on deeds which the United States conveyed to an airport, city, county property for airport purposes, as long as the release results in furthering other airport purposes. 8:34:59 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Schiff amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Schiff demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:24:14 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schiff amendment no. 29. 8:24:04 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Schiff, numbered 29 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow Bob Hope and Van Nuys Airports in southern California to adopt curfews from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., alleviating air traffic noise for residents of the San Fernando Valley. It simplifies the process for these airports to implement a curfew by allowing airports that already had at least a partial curfew in effect before the 1990 Airport Noise and Capacity Act (PL 101-58) to implement mandatory nighttime curfews. 8:23:10 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Pearce amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:15:25 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pearce amendment no. 27. 8:15:21 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pearce, numbered 27 printed in House Report 112-46 to authorize an equitable transfer of land and property, in the form of a road, between Dona Ana County in New Mexico and Verde Corporate Realty Services. Dona Ana County would continue to use the land for airport purposes. 8:14:41 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Graves (MO) amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 8:11:30 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (MO) amendment no. 26. 8:11:25 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Graves (MO), numbered 26 printed in House Report 112-46 to prohibit the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from destroying vintage aircraft type certificate data and to require such data to be made available to the public, for non-commercial purposes, upon a Freedom of Information Act request. 8:10:41 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Moore amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 8:07:58 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Moore (WI) amendment no. 25. 8:07:44 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Moore, numbered 25 printed in House Report 112-46 to require the Transportation Department Inspector General to report to Congress on the number of new small business concerns, including those owned by veterans and other disadvantaged groups, that participate in the projects carried out throughout the duration of the reauthorization bill. The report would list the top 25 and bottom 25 large- and medium-hub airports using such small businesses, assess the reasons why airports have been successful in using such small businesses and make recommendations to the FAA and Congress on how those successes can be replicated. 8:06:00 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Shuster amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of the adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:57:06 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Shuster amendment no. 24. 7:57:04 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Shuster, numbered 24 printed in House Report 112-46 to improve Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rulemaking activities by requiring the Agency to recognize that the United States aviation industry is composed of a variety of different segments with different operating characteristics and requiring the FAA to tailor regulations to address the unique characteristics of each industry segment. The amendment also requires the FAA to conduct appropriate cost/benefit studies on all proposed regulations and only enact regulations upon a finding that the costs are justified by the benefits. 7:56:56 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:54:40 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waxman amendment no. 23. 7:54:16 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 23 printed in House Report 112-46 to encourage the FAA to work with the City of Santa Monica to achieve safety improvements at Santa Monica Airport, a general aviation facility that has no runway safety areas. 7:53:48 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Graves (MO) amendment Agreed to by voice vote. 7:45:24 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (MO) amendment no. 22. 7:45:20 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Graves (MO), numbered 22 printed in House Report 112-46 to provide relief for an air show in Cleveland, Ohio from complying with certain airspace restrictions. 7:44:57 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the LaTorette amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Mica demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:34:47 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the LaTourette amendment no. 21. 7:33:20 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. LaTourette, numbered 21 printed in House Report 112-46 to strike section 903. Section 903 repeals a National Mediation Board (NMB) rule, finalized last year, which provides for union representation elections among airline and railroad workers covered by the Railway Labor Act. 7:32:36 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED POSTPONED - At the conclusion of debate on the Sessions amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Sessions demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 7:23:28 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sessions amendment no. 20. 7:23:02 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sessions, numbered 20 printed in House Report 112-46 to prevent any funds from this act to be used to administer or enforce Davis Bacon. 7:22:56 P.M. - H.R. 658 By unanimous consent, the Graves (MO) amendment was withdrawn. 7:17:07 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (MO) amendment no. 19. 7:16:44 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Graves (MO), numbered 19 printed in House Report 112-46 to clarify Congressional intent of 49 U.S.C. 40116(d)(2)(A)(iv) to prohibit taxes on businesses located at an airport when such revenue is not used for airport purposes. 7:15:21 P.M. - H.R. 658 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 7:15:04 P.M. - H.R. 658 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 658 — "To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2011 through 2014, to streamline programs, create efficiencies, reduce waste, and improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes." 7:12:30 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 194. 7:12:06 P.M. - H.R. 658 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 658 as unfinished business. 7:11:56 P.M. - H.R. 658 On motion that the Committee now rise Agreed to by voice vote. 7:11:32 P.M. - H.R. 658 Mr. Woodall moved that the Committee now rise. 7:10:54 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Gingrey (GA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 195 - 227 (Roll no. 212). 7:06:31 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Capuano amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 187 - 235 (Roll no. 211). 7:02:42 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Hirono amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 - 241 (Roll no. 210). 6:59:24 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the DeFazio amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 161 - 263 (Roll no. 209). 6:55:20 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Garrett amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 120 - 303 (Roll no. 208). 6:48:17 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Mica amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 251 - 168 (Roll no. 207). 6:26:19 P.M. - H.R. 658 UNFINIHSED 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. 6:25:32 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Gingrey amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Costello demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:18:25 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Gingrey amendment no. 18. 6:18:01 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Gingrey (GA), numbered 18 printed in House Report 112-46 to prohibit FAA employees from using official--taxpayer sponsored--time for union activities during the official work day. It would not repeal the right of any FAA employee to collectively bargain or arbitrate. 6:17:35 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Capuano amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Capuano demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:12:21 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capuano amendment no. 17. 6:11:59 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Capuano, numbered 17 printed in House Report 112-46 to require greater disclosure of a passenger's baggage fees when a fare is quoted to an airline passenger and require refunds for baggage that is lost, damaged, or delayed. The Secretary of Transportation would prescribe any requirements necessary to implement the baggage fee disclosures by ensuring that necessary information is shared between carriers and ticket agents that have an already existing agency appointment or contract. 6:11:45 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Richardson amendment; Failed by voice vote. 6:03:37 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Richardson amendment no. 16. 6:03:13 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Richardson, numbered 16 printed in House Report 112-46 to require air carriers to provide an option for passengers to receive a notification via electronic service if there are any changes to the status of their flight. 6:02:20 P.M. - H.R. 658 By unanimous consent, the Schweikert amendment was withdrawn. 5:55:59 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schweikert amendment no. 15. 5:55:34 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Schweikert, numbered 15 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow airlines currently operating out of DCA to convert flights to and from large hub airports located within the DCA perimeter to any airport outside of the DCA perimeter. 5:54:36 P.M. - H.R. 658 By unanimous consent, the Pierluisi amendment was withdrawn. 5:49:52 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pierluisi amendment no. 14. 5:49:31 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pierluisi, numbered 14 printed in House Report 112-46 to authorize the Secretary of Transportation to continue the essential air service program in Puerto Rico following the sunset date of October 1, 2013. The bill authorizes continuation for Alaska and Hawaii. 5:49:12 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Woodall amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:47:06 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Woodall amendment. 5:46:48 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Woodall, numbered 13 printed in House Report 112-46 to prohibit implementation by the FAA of a new rule interpretation relating to 14 CFR 135, sections 263 and 267(d) so far as it relates to air ambulances and air cargo charter pilot rest requirements. Sets the interpretation of those sections at the state they were on January 1, 2011. 5:46:32 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Miller (MI) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:39:55 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Miller (MI) amendment. 5:39:38 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Miller (MI), numbered 12 printed in House Report 112-46 to direct the FAA to work with various federal agencies to integrate Unmanned Aerial Systems into the National Airspace System more expeditiously. 5:39:27 P.M. - H.R. 658 By unanimous consent, the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment was withdrawn. 5:31:22 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment. 5:31:01 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numberedd 11 printed in House Report 112-46 to require a minimum of three on duty air traffic controllers. 5:30:34 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hirono amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Hirono demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:21:58 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hirono amendment no.10. 5:21:55 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Hirono, numbered 10 printed in House Report 112-46 to establish an Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) to study and provide regulatory recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administrator to ensure that all certified aircraft is properly equipped with technology that maintains pilot visibility when dense, continuous smoke is present in the cockpit. The ARC would be directed to complete its work in one year and provide its recommendations to the Administrator who must inform Congress of the recommendations and outline what actions the agency will take on the basis of those recommendations. 5:21:18 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the DeFazio amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. DeFazio demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:11:51 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the DeFazio amendment. 5:11:12 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. DeFazio, numbered 9 printed in House Report 112-46 to require mechanics at contract repair stations certificated by the Federal Aviation Administration in the U.S. and in foreign countries to undergo the same criminal background checks required for mechanics and other aviation employees at U.S. airports. 5:10:18 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Garrett (NJ) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:59:37 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment. 4:59:21 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Garrett, numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-46 to require the FAA to study alternatives to the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia airspace redesign to reduce delays at the 4 airports included in the redesign. Would also prohibit the FAA from continuing with the implementation of the airspace redesign until the study is submitted to Congress. 4:59:00 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the LoBiondo amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:56:19 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the LoBiondo amendment. 4:56:03 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. LoBiondo, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow the FAA to assist in establishing a NextGen Research and Development Center of Excellence. The Center would leverage the FAA's existing centers of excellence program, a program that relies on several university consortia to address ongoing FAA research and development challenges. The Center would provide educational, technical, and analytical assistance to the FAA and other agencies involved in the development of NextGen. 4:55:45 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Neugebauer amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:48:27 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Neugebauer amendment. 4:48:06 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Neugebauer, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-46 to direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a feasibility study on the development of an online public resource that would list the location and height of potential low-altitude aviation obstructions, such as guy-wire and free-standing towers. Would also give the Administrator one year to conduct the study and report to Congress. 4:47:40 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Hirono amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:39:55 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hirono amendment. 4:39:35 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Hirono, numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-46 to exempt Hawaii's large and medium hub airports from collecting PFCs from interisland travelers due to the unique everyday travel circumstances the island state presents. Would also change the formula under which Hawaii's annual federal apportionments are reduced when the State's large and medium hub airports collect passenger facility charges from overseas travelers. 4:39:15 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Pierluisi amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:32:57 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pierluisi amendment. 4:32:31 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pierluisi, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-46 to ensure that airports in Puerto Rico are apportioned amounts under the Airport Improvement Program (AlP), while also remaining eligible for discretionary grants under the Program. 4:31:35 P.M. - H.R. 658 By unanimous consent, the Waters amendment was withdrawn. 4:25:39 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment. 4:25:13 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-46 to require airport operators, as a condition for receiving grants under the Airport Improvement Program, to consult with representatives of the community surrounding the airport regarding airport operations and their impact on the community. 4:24:55 P.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Mica amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:13:56 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Mica amendment. 4:13:36 P.M. - H.R. 658 An amendment, offered by Mr. Mica, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-46 to make technical corrections to provisions in the underlying bill. 2:58:27 P.M. - H.R. 658 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 658. 2:57:05 P.M. - H.R. 658 The Speaker designated the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 2:57:04 P.M. - H.R. 658 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 189 and Rule XVIII. 2:55:30 P.M. - H.R. 658 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 658 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. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of the Rules Committee Print dated March 22, 2011. 2:55:25 P.M. - H.R. 658 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 189. H.R. 658 — "To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2011 through 2014, to streamline programs, create efficiencies, reduce waste, and improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes." 2:54:24 P.M. - H.R. 872 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:54:23 P.M. - H.R. 872 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 292 - 130 (Roll no. 206). 2:46:00 P.M. - H.R. 872 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 872 — "To amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters, and for other purposes." 2:45:22 P.M. - H. Res. 189 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:45:22 P.M. - H. Res. 189 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 249 - 171 (Roll no. 205). 2:22:00 P.M. - H. Res. 189 The previous question was ordered without objection. 1:25:00 P.M. - H. Res. 189 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 189. 1:23:02 P.M. - H. Res. 189 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 189 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 658) to amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2011 through 2014, to streamline programs, create efficiencies, reduce waste, and improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes." 12:38:24 P.M. - POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE - Pursuant to clause 1 of rule IX, Mr. Kucinich rose to a point of personal privilege and was recognized by the Chair to proceed for one hour. 12:37:51 P.M. - INVESTIGATIVE SUBCOMMITTEES OF THE COMMITTEE ON ETHICS - Pursuant to Clause 5(a)(4)(A) of Rule X, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Bishop of Utah, Mrs. Blackburn of Tennessee, Mr. Crenshaw of Florida, Mr. Latham of Iowa, Mr. Simpson of Idaho, Mr. Walden of Oregon, Mr. Olson of Texas, Mr. Latta of Ohio, Mr. Griffin of Arkansas, and Mr. Grimm of New York to be available to serve on Investigative Subcommittees of the Committee on Ethics for the 112th Congress . 12:12:27 P.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. 12:09:05 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Coffman of CO to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:09:02 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:08:23 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Charles Jackson, Sr., Brookland Baptist Church, West Columbia, South Carolina. 12:07:15 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 31. 10:45:20 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:00 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. 10:00:44 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:23 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 1, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:54 EDT Yes 4:48:56 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on April 4, 2011. 4:48:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:48:00 P.M. - Mr. Burton (IN) moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:59:29 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:54:51 P.M. - H.R. 1255 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:54:49 P.M. - H.R. 1255 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 221 - 202, 1 Present (Roll no. 224). 2:47:14 P.M. - H.R. 1255 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 188 - 237 (Roll no. 223). 2:23:45 P.M. - H.R. 1255 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:13:41 P.M. - H.R. 1255 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Walz (MN) 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 that strikes all after the enacting clause and inserts a new text entitled "PROHIBITION ON PAY DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN" 2:12:00 P.M. - H.R. 1255 Mr. Walz (MN) moved to recommit with instructions to House Administration. 2:11:43 P.M. - H.R. 1255 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:52:44 P.M. - H.R. 1255 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1255. 12:52:31 P.M. - H.R. 1255 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1255 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit allowed. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. 12:52:26 P.M. - H.R. 1255 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 194. H.R. 1255 — "To prevent a shutdown of the government of the United States, and for other purposes." 12:52:13 P.M. - H. Res. 194 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:52:12 P.M. - H. Res. 194 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 229 - 187 (Roll no. 222). 12:46:01 P.M. - H. Res. 194 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 187 (Roll no. 221). 12:39:51 P.M. - H. Res. 194 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 194 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1255) to prevent a shutdown of the government of the United States, and for other purposes." 12:39:50 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of ordering the previous question on H. Res. 194 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 12:39:49 P.M. - H.R. 658 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:39:48 P.M. - H.R. 658 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 223 - 196 (Roll no. 220). 12:33:25 P.M. - H.R. 658 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 184 - 235 (Roll no. 219). 12:17:00 P.M. - H.R. 658 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 12:08:32 P.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Loretta Sanchez motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment adding Title XIII- Security of Highest-Risk Airline Passenger Flights. A point of order was reserved, but was subsequently removed. 12:08:10 P.M. - H.R. 658 Ms. Sanchez, Loretta moved to recommit with instructions to Transportation. 12:07:35 P.M. - H.R. 658 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. 12:07:26 P.M. - H.R. 658 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:06:47 P.M. - H.R. 658 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 658. 12:06:30 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Shuster amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 215 - 209 (Roll no. 218). 12:00:21 P.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the LaTourette amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 206 - 220 (Roll no. 217). 11:53:31 A.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Sessions amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 238 (Roll no. 216). 11:46:04 A.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Schiff amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 243 (Roll no. 215). 11:39:33 A.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the Pearce amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 207 - 215 (Roll no. 214). 11:12:42 A.M. - H.R. 658 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:12:27 A.M. - H.R. 658 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 658 — "To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2011 through 2014, to streamline programs, create efficiencies, reduce waste, and improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes." 11:11:59 A.M. - H. Res. 194 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 194, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 194 and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question on H. Res. 194 until later in the legislative day. 10:03:38 A.M. - H. Res. 194 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 194. 10:03:37 A.M. - H. Res. 194 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 194 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1255) to prevent a shutdown of the government of the United States, and for other purposes." 10:02:29 A.M. - H. Res. 194 On motion to consider the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 172 (Roll no. 213). 9:16:01 A.M. - H. Res. 194 QUESTION OF CONSIDERATION - Mr. Ellison stated that H. Res. 194 violated section 426(a) of the Congressional Budget Act by imposing an unfunded mandate. Subsequently, the Chair noted that the required threshold of identifying the specific language in question had been met, and the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the question of consideration, after which, the Chair would put the question to wit: Will the House now consider the resolution? 9:15:00 A.M. - H. Res. 194 Mr. Woodall moved to consider the resolution. 9:02:05 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. 9:02:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Heinrich to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:01:23 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:00:17 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 9:00:05 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 4, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:52 EDT Yes 11:27:02 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 5, 2011. 11:26:42 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 4. 9:21:06 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:16:21 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:54:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:53:18 P.M. - Ms. Foxx filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 200. 6:52:00 P.M. - H.R. 1246 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:51:59 P.M. - H.R. 1246 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 225). 6:31:08 P.M. - H.R. 1246 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1246 — "To reduce the amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense for printing and reproduction." 6:30:58 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:52 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 4. 2:21:21 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 2:19:59 P.M. - H.R. 1246 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. 2:11:51 P.M. - H.R. 1246 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1246. 2:11:48 P.M. - H.R. 1246 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:11:38 P.M. - H.R. 1246 Mr. West moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1246 — "To reduce the amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense for printing and reproduction." 2:11:21 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 2:01:54 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:33 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Pompeo to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:28 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:25 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 2:00:10 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 4. 12:08:28 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:01:12 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. 12:00:14 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Allen B. West to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:07 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 5, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:50 EDT Yes 5:33:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 6, 2011. 5:33:30 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:33:20 P.M. - Mr. Nugent moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:31:25 P.M. - Mr. Nugent filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 203. 5:31:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 5. 4:05:51 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:32:11 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 3:32:01 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4. 2:22:23 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:12:08 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:11:36 P.M. - H. Res. 202 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:11:28 P.M. - H. Res. 202 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:11:04 P.M. - H. Res. 202 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 202 — "Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives." 2:10:59 P.M. - The House received a communication from Tom Reed, Member of Congress. Mr. Reed notified the House that he was resigning from the House Judiciary Committee and will be taking a leave of absence from the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to join the House Committee on Rules. 2:10:24 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by recorded vote: 310 - 104, 1 Present (Roll no. 228). 2:03:13 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of the Speaker's approval of the Journal which had been postponed until later in the legislative day. 2:03:12 P.M. - H. Res. 200 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:03:10 P.M. - H. Res. 200 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 178 (Roll no. 227). 1:55:49 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence in remembrance of our brave men and women in uniform who have given their lives in the service of our Nation in Iraq and in Afghanistan and their families, and all who serve in our Armed Forces and their families. 1:54:38 P.M. - H. Res. 200 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 175 (Roll no. 226). 12:26:34 P.M. - H. Res. 200 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 200. 12:26:23 P.M. - H. Res. 200 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 200 — "Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 37) disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices." 12:03:26 P.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. 12:03:19 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Deutch to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:19 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Denham 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. Denham objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 12:01:17 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, Boca Raton Synagogue, Boca Raton, Florida. 12:00:14 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 5. 10:50:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:11 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. 10:01:02 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Kevin Yoder 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 APRIL 6, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:47 EDT Yes 9:59:38 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 7, 2011. 9:59:37 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:59:15 P.M. - Mr. Lance moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:51:21 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with special order speeches. 7:47:57 P.M. - Ms. Foxx filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 206. 7:24:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:20:22 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded further with one minute speeches. 7:20:03 P.M. - Mr. Crenshaw asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on April 7. Agreed to without objection. 7:18:06 P.M. - H.R. 910 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. 7:17:56 P.M. - H.R. 910 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 7:17:27 P.M. - H.R. 910 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 910. 7:16:17 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Kind amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 264 (Roll no. 241). 7:11:45 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Doyle amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 173 - 250 (Roll no. 240). 7:08:27 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Rush amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 165 - 260 (Roll no. 239). 7:04:56 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 156 - 266 (Roll no. 238). 7:01:18 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 168 - 257 (Roll no. 237). 6:56:56 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 184 - 240 (Roll no. 236). 6:50:10 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Murphy (CT) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 182 - 240 (Roll no. 235). 6:46:47 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 157 - 266 (Roll no. 234). 6:42:11 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 161 - 259 (Roll no. 233). 6:17:03 P.M. - H.R. 910 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. 6:15:54 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Kind amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Kind demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 6:03:48 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Kind amendment in the nature of a substitute number 12. 6:03:46 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Kind, numbered 12 printed in House Report 112-54 to codify the Environmental Protection Agency's Tailoring Rule in order to protect farms, small businesses, and small- and medium-sized stationary sources from greenhouse gas regulation. 6:02:06 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Doyle amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Doyle demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:50:09 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Doyle amendment number 11. 5:50:04 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Doyle, numbered 11 printed in House Report 112-54 to include a study to determine whether regulations of the Environmental Protection Agency under the Clean Air Act to address climate change, if not repealed or otherwise made unauthorized by section 2 of the bill, would cause greenhouse gas leakage and reduce the international competitiveness of United States producers of energy-intensive products. 5:49:33 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rush amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rush demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:37:09 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rush amendment number 10. 5:37:06 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rush, numbered 10 printed in House Report 112-54 to prevent the provisions of this act from going into effect until the EPA Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, certifies that the consequences of not regulating greenhouse gas emissions, and its subsequent impact on climate change, including the potential to create sustained natural and humanitarian disasters and the ability to likely foster political instability where societal demands exceed the capacity of governments to cope, do not jeopardize American security interests at home or abroad. 5:36:39 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Markey amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Markey demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:24:04 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey amendment number 9. 5:24:01 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 9 printed in House Report 112-54 to ensure that any prohibition on or limitation to EPA's Clean Air Act authority contained in the bill would not apply to any action EPA could take to reduce demand for oil. 5:23:34 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Polis (CO) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Polis (CO) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 5:10:45 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis (CO) amendment number 8. 5:10:43 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 8 printed in House Report 112-54 to ensure the EPA Administrator can protect the public health in case of public health emergency. 5:09:09 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Quigley amendment; Failed by voice vote. 5:00:31 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Quigley amendment number 7. 5:00:28 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Quigley, numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-54 to require GAO to report to Congress the results of a study of health care costs in the U.S. as affected by the elimination of EPA regulation under this Act, as compared to health care costs in the U.S. as would be affected by the EPA proceeding under their regulating authority as determined in Massachusetts v. EPA. 4:59:52 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waxman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:49:01 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waxman amendment number 6. 4:49:01 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-54 to add a new section with respect to Congressional Acceptance of Scientific Findings: Congress accepts the scientific findings of the Environmental Protection Agency that climate changes is occurring, is caused largely by human activities, and poses significant risks for public health and welfare. 4:48:22 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Murphy (CT) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Murphy (CT) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:45:21 P.M. - H.R. 910 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Upton asked unanimous consent to extend debate time by 1 minute on each side on the amendment. Agreed to without objection. 4:32:02 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Murphy (CT) amendment number 5. 4:32:01 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Murphy (CT), numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-54 to clarify that the Agency can continue to provide technical assistance to states taking action to limit greenhouse gas emissions. 4:31:16 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Cuellar amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:22:10 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cuellar amendment number 4. 4:22:08 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Cuellar, numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-54 to amend the definition of greenhouse gas, to remove water vapor as a part of the definition, amend the act by striking the removal of existing EPA findings and rules, and exempt all auto standards from the legislation. 4:21:51 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the McNerney amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:20:09 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McNerney amendment number 3. 4:20:05 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. McNerney, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-54 to clarify that voluntary programs addressing climate change classify as exceptions to the bill's prohibitions. 4:19:31 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson Lee (TX) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 4:07:59 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment number 2. 4:07:54 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-54 to insert a new section to provide considerations and procedures in finalizing greenhouse gas regulations. 4:06:13 P.M. - H.R. 910 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson Lee (TX) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:54:39 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 203, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment number 1. 3:54:36 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-54 to require an EPA study to determine the long term impact of a complete ban on their authority to regulate greenhouse gases. 2:40:09 P.M. - H.R. 910 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 910. 2:39:42 P.M. - H.R. 910 The Speaker designated the Honorable Steve Womack to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:39:41 P.M. - H.R. 910 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 203 and Rule XVIII. 2:39:28 P.M. - H.R. 910 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 910 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. The bill shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. All points of order againist the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. 2:39:23 P.M. - H.R. 910 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 203. H.R. 910 — "To amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from promulgating any regulation concerning, taking action relating to, or taking into consideration the emission of a greenhouse gas to address climate change, and for other purposes." 2:38:52 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 321 - 98, 1 Present (Roll no. 232). 2:31:08 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 2:30:57 P.M. - H. Res. 203 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:30:56 P.M. - H. Res. 203 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 250 - 172 (Roll no. 231). 2:22:39 P.M. - H. Res. 203 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 266 - 158 (Roll no. 230). 12:56:00 P.M. - H. Res. 203 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 203. 12:54:24 P.M. - H. Res. 203 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 203 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 910) to amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from promulgating any regulation concerning, taking action relating to, or taking into consideration the emission of a greenhouse gas to address climate change, and for other purposes." 12:53:11 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 367 (Roll no. 229). 12:29:32 P.M. - Mr. Jackson (IL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:04:15 P.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. 12:03:51 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Hartzler to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:26 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Poe demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Poe objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 12:01:58 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Bishop Henry Fernandez, The Faith Center, Sunrise, Florida 12:01:45 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 6. 10:50:29 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:59 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. 10:00:29 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Renee L. Ellmers to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:11 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 7, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:45 EDT Yes 6:54:15 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 8, 2011. 6:54:14 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:54:07 P.M. - Mr. Jackson (IL) moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:19:24 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order Speeches. 4:18:16 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13536 of April 12, 2010, with respect to Somalia, is to continue in effect beyond April 12, 2011 - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-16). 3:09:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 3:08:00 P.M. - Mr. McHenry asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, April 7, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2011 for Morning-Hour Debate Agreed to without objection. 3:07:50 P.M. - H.R. 910 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by voice vote. 3:07:49 P.M. - H.R. 910 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, to change the title of the bill. 3:07:48 P.M. - H.R. 910 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:07:01 P.M. - H.R. 910 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 255 - 172 (Roll no. 249). 3:00:00 P.M. - H.R. 910 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 175 - 251 (Roll no. 248). 2:43:37 P.M. - H.R. 910 The previous question was ordered without objection. 2:35:09 P.M. - H.R. 910 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McNerney 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 prohibit the underlying bill from limiting EPA's Clean Air Act authority to protect the health of children, seniors, and those with asthma and lung diseases from the effects of air pollution emitted by large sources (those that emit 75,000 tons or more of carbon pollution annually). 2:34:38 P.M. - H.R. 910 Mr. McNerney moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 2:33:43 P.M. - H.R. 910 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 910 — "To amend the Clean Air Act to prohibit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from promulgating any regulation concerning, taking action relating to, or taking into consideration the emission of a greenhouse gas to address climate change, and for other purposes." 2:33:41 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of H.R. 910 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:33:40 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:33:39 P.M. - H.R. 1363 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 247 - 181 (Roll no. 247). 2:26:08 P.M. - H.R. 1363 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 191 - 236 (Roll no. 246). 2:10:25 P.M. - H.R. 1363 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:03:43 P.M. - H.R. 1363 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Owens 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 add a new section to the end of title VIII of division A which provides that salaries to members of the armed forces would not be interrupted in the event of a federal government shutdown. 2:03:06 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Mr. Owens moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 2:02:33 P.M. - H.R. 1363 On motion to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 187 (Roll no. 245). 1:39:54 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair 1:39:42 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Mr. Hoyer appealed the ruling of the chair. 1:37:25 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Mr. Rogers (KY) raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Rogers (KY) stated that the provisions of the motion to recommit propose a net increase in budget authority in the bill. Sustained by the Chair. 1:31:12 P.M. - H.R. 1363 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the motion to recommit with instructions, pending the reservation of a point of order. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment that strikes all after the enacting clause and inserts the following: "That the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011 (Public Law 111-242) is further amended by striking the date specified in section 106(3) and inserting April 15, 2011". 1:30:24 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Mr. Hoyer moved to recommit with instructions to Appropriations. 1:29:49 P.M. - H.R. 1363 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:10:05 P.M. - H.R. 1363 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1363. 12:09:37 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1363 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered except motion to recommit. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. All points of order against consideration of the bill and the provisions of the bill are waived. 12:09:32 P.M. - H.R. 1363 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 206. H.R. 1363 — "Making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes." 12:08:38 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 307 - 113, 2 Present (Roll no. 244). 12:02:26 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 11:51:25 A.M. - H. Res. 206 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:51:24 A.M. - H. Res. 206 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 189 (Roll no. 243). 11:44:56 A.M. - H. Res. 206 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 185 (Roll no. 242). 10:16:49 A.M. - H. Res. 206 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 206. 10:16:40 A.M. - H. Res. 206 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 206 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1363) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules." 10:04:24 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. 10:04:12 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Barrow to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:31 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson (TX) 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. Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson (TX) objected to the voice vote based upon the absenceof a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day. 10:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 8, 2011 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:41:43 EDT Yes 12:52:39 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 p.m. on April 11, 2011. 12:52:38 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:52:30 A.M. - Mr. Walden moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:42:01 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 12:41:42 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 12:41:06 A.M. - Mr. Walden asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Monday, April 11, 2011, it adjourn to meet at noon on Tuesday, April 12, 2011, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 12:41:05 A.M. - Mr. Walden asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Saturday, April 9 (Legislative Day of April 8), 2011, it adjourn to meet at 11 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2011. Agreed to without objection. 12:40:06 A.M. - H.R. 1217 Mr. Walden asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Energy and Commerce have until midnight on April 11 to file a report on H.R. 1217. Agreed to without objection. 12:40:04 A.M. - H.R. 1363 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:40:03 A.M. - H.R. 1363 On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 348 - 70 (Roll no. 253). 12:12:57 A.M. - H.R. 1363 The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous special order. 12:04:47 A.M. - H.R. 1363 DEBATE - Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on agreeing to the Senate amendment to H.R. 1363. 12:04:46 A.M. - H.R. 1363 Mr. Rogers (KY) moved that the House agree to the Senate amendment. 12:03:47 A.M. - H.R. 1363 Pursuant to a previous order of the House, the Chair recognized Mr. Rogers (KY) for a motion. 12:02:00 A.M. - ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent 1) that it be in order at any time to take from the Speaker's table the bill H.R. 1363, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to consider in the House, without intervention of any point of order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on Appropriations or his designee that the House concur in the Senate amendment; 2) that the Senate amendment be considered as read; 3) that the motion be debatable for 20 minutes equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations; and 4) that the previous question be considered as ordered on the motion to final adoption without intervening motion. Agreed to without objection. 12:01:00 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 a message from the Secretary of the Senate on April 8, 2011, at 11:35 p.m. stating that the Senate passed H.R. 1363 with an amendment. 12:00:23 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 8. 3:42:43 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:40:59 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:40:58 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 240 - 179 (Roll no. 252). 3:32:26 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 On motion to table the appeal of the ruling of the chair Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 181 (Roll no. 251). 3:09:30 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Mr. Walden moved to table the motion to appeal the ruling of the chair 3:09:19 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Mr. Hoyer appealed the ruling of the chair. The question was then put on sustaining the ruling of the chair. 3:02:18 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. 3:02:18 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Mr. Walden raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Walden stated that the provisions of the motion to recommit are not germane to the joint resolution. Sustained by the Chair. 2:56:55 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hoyer motion to recommit with instructions, pending reservation of a point of order. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the joint resolution to be reported back to the House with an amendment stating that the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011, is further amended by striking the date specified and inserting "April 15, 2011". 2:56:00 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Mr. Hoyer moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 2:55:23 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:39:20 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 37. 1:39:10 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 37 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. All points of order against consideration of the joint resolution are waived. All points of order against provisions in the joint resolution are waived. 1:39:01 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 200. H.J. Res. 37 — "Disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices." 1:38:48 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 On motion to consider the joint resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 174 (Roll no. 250). 1:16:30 P.M. - H.J. Res. 37 QUESTION OF CONSIDERATION - Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays on the question of consideration pursuant to clause 3 of rule XVI.