112 2 CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAYS OF JANUARY 3, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - FIRST AND SECOND SESSIONS 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. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:48:14 EST Yes 12:02:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 4(c) of H. Res. 493. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 6, 2012 12:01:15 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR - Pursuant to section 4(a) of House Resolution 493, 112th Congress, the Chair announced that no organizational or legislative business will be conducted on this day. 12:01:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:00:45 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:15 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened pursuant to the 20th amendment to the Constitution and was called to order by the Chair. Yes 11:56:17 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn Sine Die pursuant to section 3(b) of H. Res. 493. 11:55:51 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 3. 11:03:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 11:03:50 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:03:37 A.M. - JOURNAL APPROVED - The Chair announced that pursuant to section 3(a) of H. Res. 493, the Journal of the last day's proceedings was approved. 11:01:58 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 11:01:35 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 6, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:17 EDT Yes 10:04:49 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 4(c) of H. Res. 493. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on January 10, 2012. 10:04:00 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Edwards to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:42 A.M. - JOURNAL APPROVED - The Chair announced that pursuant to section 4(b) of H. Res. 493, the Journal of the last day's proceedings is approved. 10:02:25 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Clete Kiley, Archdiocese of Chicago. 10:01:53 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:38 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 10, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:15 EDT Yes 2:02:58 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 4(c) of H. Res. 493. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on January 13, 2012. 2:02:25 P.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR - Pursuant to section 4(a) of H. Res. 493, 112th Congress, the Chair announced that no organizational or legislative business will be conducted on this day. 2:02:13 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:05 P.M. - JOURNAL APPROVED - The Chair announced that pursuant to section 4(b) of H. Res. 493, the Journal of the last day's proceedings was approved. 2:00:11 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Anthony Craig, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Hibbing, Minnesota. 2:00:10 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert B. Aderholt to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 13, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:13 EDT Yes 11:05:51 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to pursuant to section 4(c) of H. Res. 493. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on January 17, 2012. 11:05:32 A.M. - ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE CHAIR - Pursuant to section 4(a) of H. Res. 493, 112th Congress, the Chair announced that no organizational or legislative business will be conducted on this day. 11:05:08 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 January 3, 2012 at 1:02 p.m. stating that that body insisted on its amendments to H.R. 3630 and agreed to a conference asked by the House. 11:04:41 A.M. - The House received a communication from Patrick Hirsch, Director, House Recording Studio. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House, Mr. Hirsch notified the House that he had received a subpoena for testimony issued by the Superior Court of the District of Columbia in connection with a misdemeanor case now pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that he would comply with the subpoena to the extent that it is consistent with Rule VIII. 11:04:08 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 January 3, 2012 at 1:02 p.m. stating that pursuant to the order of December 23, 2011, that body had appointed conferees for H.R. 3630. 11:03:24 A.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting certification that the debt subject to limit is within $100,000,000,000 of the limit in 31 U.S.C. 3101(b) and that further borrowing would be required to meet existing commitments. - referred to the Committee onWays and Means and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-81). Doc. 112-81). 11:03:05 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Moran to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:02:43 A.M. - JOURNAL APPROVED - The Chair announced that pursuant to section 4(b) of H. Res. 493, the Journal of the last day's proceedings was approved. 11:01:45 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 11:01:25 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Andy Harris to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 17, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 17:42:13 EST Yes 8:31:51 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 18, 2012. 8:31:50 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:31:41 P.M. - Mr. Garamendi moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:13:48 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:01:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:00:26 P.M. - Mr. Scott (SC) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 515. 6:59:56 P.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent that the order of the House of January 5, 2011, providing for Morning-Hour Debate be extended for the remainder of the 112th Congress, except that H. Res. 514 shall supplant H. Res. 10. Agreed to without objection. 6:59:34 P.M. - H. Res. 514 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:59:30 P.M. - H. Res. 514 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:58:32 P.M. - H. Res. 514 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 514 — "Providing for the hour of meeting of the House." 6:58:30 P.M. - H. Res. 513 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:58:24 P.M. - H. Res. 513 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:58:06 P.M. - H. Res. 513 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 513 — "To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled." 6:57:40 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 6:57:38 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the Speaker's approval of the Journal on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:57:03 P.M. - COMMITTEE TO NOTIFY THE PRESIDENT - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 512, the Chair announced the appointment of Representatives Cantor and Pelosi to the Committee to Notify the President. 6:56:56 P.M. - H. Res. 512 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:56:51 P.M. - H. Res. 512 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:56:32 P.M. - H. Res. 512 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 512 — "Providing for a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the Congress." 6:56:12 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - SERGEANT-AT-ARMS - Sergeant-at-Arms-Elect, Paul D. Irving, 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. 6:55:41 P.M. - H. Res. 511 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:55:37 P.M. - H. Res. 511 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:55:15 P.M. - H. Res. 511 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 511 — "Electing the Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives." 6:54:00 P.M. - The House received a communication from Wilson Livingood wherein he resigns as the Sergeant-at-Arms effective January 17, 2012. 6:53:16 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. West to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 6:52:58 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. 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 approval of the Journal until a time to be announced. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 6:52:01 P.M. - Call of the House Quorum responded: 378 present (Roll no. 1). 6:30:10 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 17. 2:01:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 2:00:45 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:29 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steve Womack to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:15 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 18, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:09 EDT Yes 5:41:25 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 19, 2012. 5:41:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 5:41:00 P.M. - Mr. Woodall moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:35:46 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:28:29 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:27:37 P.M. - Mr. Terry asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, January 19, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, January 23, 2012, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 4:26:41 P.M. - Mr. Terry asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, January 18, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 19, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 4:25:18 P.M. - H.J. Res. 98 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:25:16 P.M. - H.J. Res. 98 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 176, 2 Present (Roll no. 4). 4:01:13 P.M. - H.J. Res. 98 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the statute. 2:10:30 P.M. - H.J. Res. 98 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 515 and section 3101A(c)(4) of title 31, United States Code, the House proceeded with 2 hours of debate on H.J. Res. 98. 2:09:42 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:09:37 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:08:48 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 96 Considered as privileged matter. H. Con. Res. 96 — "Providing for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President." 2:05:58 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by recorded vote: 292 - 120, 1 Present (Roll no. 3). 1:59:05 P.M. - H. Res. 515 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:58:16 P.M. - H. Res. 515 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:58:15 P.M. - H. Res. 515 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 176, 1 Present (Roll no. 2). 12:36:57 P.M. - H. Res. 515 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 515. 12:36:05 P.M. - H. Res. 515 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 515 — "Addressing a motion to proceed under section 3101A of title 31, United States Code." 12:03:12 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. 12:02:50 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Hahn to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:21 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. Tonko 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. Tonko 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. 12:01:15 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:55 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 18. 11:30:33 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. 10:00:41 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:25 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 19, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:07 EDT Yes 10:04:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 23, 2012. 10:04:03 A.M. - UNITED STATES ELECTION ASSISTANCE COMMISSION BOARD OF ADVISORS - Pursuant to Section 214(a) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (42 U.S.C. 15344), the Minority Leader appointed Mr. Gregory T. Moore of Washington, D.C., to the United States Election Assistance Commission Board of Advisors . 10:03:23 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:18 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:57 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 10:01:39 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Tom Reed to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:15 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 23, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:05 EDT Yes 9:56:46 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 24, 2012. 9:56:45 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:56:35 P.M. - Mr. Reed moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:32:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:11:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 7:09:09 P.M. - H.R. 3630 NOTICE OF INTENT TO OFFER MOTION - Mrs. Capps notified the House of her intent to offer a motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630. 7:07:27 P.M. - H.R. 1141 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:07:26 P.M. - H.R. 1141 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 278 - 100 (Roll no. 6). 6:59:00 P.M. - H.R. 1141 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1141 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to study the suitability and feasibility of designating prehistoric, historic, and limestone forest sites on Rota, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, as a unit of the National Park System." 6:56:48 P.M. - HOUSE DECORUM - The Speaker assumed the Chair and addressed the Members on matters of decorum in the House. At the conclusion of his remarks, the Speaker announced that five-minute voting would resume without objection. 6:54:47 P.M. - H.R. 3117 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:54:46 P.M. - H.R. 3117 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 1 (Roll no. 5). 6:32:27 P.M. - H.R. 3117 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3117 — "To grant the Secretary of the Interior permanent authority to authorize States to issue electronic duck stamps, and for other purposes." 6:31:31 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. 6:31:24 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 23. 4:16:42 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 4:15:55 P.M. - H.R. 3117 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. 4:10:08 P.M. - H.R. 3117 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3117. 4:10:05 P.M. - H.R. 3117 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:09:55 P.M. - H.R. 3117 Mr. Wittman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3117 — "To grant the Secretary of the Interior permanent authority to authorize States to issue electronic duck stamps, and for other purposes." 4:09:31 P.M. - H.R. 1141 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:02:16 P.M. - H.R. 1141 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1141. 4:02:12 P.M. - H.R. 1141 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:54 P.M. - H.R. 1141 Mr. Wittman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1141 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to study the suitability and feasibility of designating prehistoric, historic, and limestone forest sites on Rota, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, as a unit of the National Park System." 4:01:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 23. 2:14:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 4:00 p.m. today. 2:03:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:07 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Johnson of OH to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:03:04 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:06 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:55 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 23. 12:20:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:01:30 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. 12:01:06 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:40 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 24, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:02 EDT Yes 10:24:06 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 25, 2012. 10:24:02 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:24:00 P.M. - Mr. Cantor moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:23:30 P.M. - REFERRAL OF PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE - Mr. Cantor moved that the message of the President the United States be referred to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed as a House Document (H. Doc. 112-76). The motion was agreed to. 10:23:00 P.M. - JOINT SESSION DISSOLVED - The Speaker declared the Joint Session of the two Houses dissolved. 8:40:05 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. 8:40:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24. 4:58:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 8:35 P.M. today at which time the House will meet in Joint Session with the Senate to receive a communication from the President of the United States. 4:56:00 P.M. - Mr. Carter asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Tuesday, January 24, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 25, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 4:55:08 P.M. - H.R. 3630 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:55:07 P.M. - H.R. 3630 On motion that the House instruct conferees Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 397 - 16 (Roll no. 9). 4:48:29 P.M. - H.R. 2070 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:48:29 P.M. - H.R. 2070 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 386 - 26 (Roll no. 8). 4:41:04 P.M. - H.R. 2070 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2070 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to install in the area of the World War II Memorial in the District of Columbia a suitable plaque or an inscription with the words that President Franklin D. Roosevelt prayed with the nation on June 6, 1944, the morning of D-Day." 4:40:41 P.M. - H. Res. 516 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:40:39 P.M. - H. Res. 516 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 7). 4:16:59 P.M. - H. Res. 516 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 516 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the passage of a fiscal year 2013 Federal budget is of national importance." 4:16:36 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules, and the Capps Motion to Instruct Conferees to H.R. 3630, all of which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:15:59 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 522. 4:15:53 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24. 3:06:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:06:13 P.M. - H. Res. 516 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:19:33 P.M. - H. Res. 516 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 516. 2:19:32 P.M. - H. Res. 516 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:19:18 P.M. - H. Res. 516 Mr. Ryan (WI) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 516 — "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the passage of a fiscal year 2013 Federal budget is of national importance." 2:17:03 P.M. - H.R. 3630 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3630, the Chair put the question on the motion and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Capps demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day. 1:21:25 P.M. - H.R. 3630 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour debate on the Capps motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the managers on the part of the House at the conference on the disagreeing votes of the two Houses on the Senate amendment to the bill H.R. 3630 be instructed to file a conference report not later than February, 17, 2012. 1:20:59 P.M. - H.R. 3630 Mrs. Capps moved that the House instruct conferees. 1:20:03 P.M. - H.R. 3800 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:19:58 P.M. - H.R. 3800 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 1:05:14 P.M. - H.R. 3800 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3800. 1:05:13 P.M. - H.R. 3800 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:05:00 P.M. - H.R. 3800 Mr. Petri moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3800 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, and for other purposes." 1:03:38 P.M. - H.R. 1022 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:57:56 P.M. - H.R. 1022 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1022. 12:57:55 P.M. - H.R. 1022 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:57:40 P.M. - H.R. 1022 Mr. Johnson (OH) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1022 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study of alternatives for commemorating and interpreting the role of the Buffalo Soldiers in the early years of the National Parks, and for other purposes." 12:57:37 P.M. - H.R. 290 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:57:34 P.M. - H.R. 290 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 12:46:15 P.M. - H.R. 290 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 290. 12:46:13 P.M. - H.R. 290 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:46:03 P.M. - H.R. 290 Mr. Johnson (OH) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 290 — "To amend title 36, United States Code, to ensure that memorials commemorating the service of the United States Armed Forces may contain religious symbols, and for other purposes." 12:45:48 P.M. - H.R. 2070 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. 12:35:03 P.M. - H.R. 2070 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2070. 12:35:01 P.M. - H.R. 2070 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:35:00 P.M. - H.R. 2070 Mr. Johnson (OH) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2070 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to install in the area of the World War II Memorial in the District of Columbia a suitable plaque or an inscription with the words that President Franklin D. Roosevelt prayed with the nation on June 6, 1944, the morning of D-Day." 12:34:34 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions. 12:04:59 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. 12:04:38 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Hayworth to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:04:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:55 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Kate Braestrup, Maine Warden Service, Lincolnville, Maine 12:00:55 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24. 11:36:12 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:02:23 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House continued with further Morning-Hour Debate. 10:02:05 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 1134, and H.R. 3237. Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 96. 10:01:05 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. 10:00:55 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Erik Paulsen to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:28 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 25, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:36:00 EDT Yes 12:11:21 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on January 27, 2012. 12:11:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:11:00 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:10:36 A.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 11:09:19 A.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Giffords wherein she notified the House that she had submitted a letter to the Governor of Arizona detailing her intention to resign as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives effective at the end of January 25, 2012. 11:01:41 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 11:00:16 A.M. - H.R. 3581 Mr. McHenry asked unanimous consent that the Committee on The Budget have until 3:00 p.m. on Jan. 30 to file a report on H.R. 3581. Agreed to without objection. 11:00:15 A.M. - H.R. 3578 Mr. McHenry asked unanimous consent that the Committee on The Budget have until 3:00 p.m. on Jan. 30 to file a report on H.R. 3578. Agreed to without objection. 11:00:00 A.M. - H.R. 3582 Mr. McHenry asked unanimous consent that the Committee on The Budget have until 3:00 p.m. on Jan. 30 to file a report on H.R. 3582. Agreed to without objection. 10:59:01 A.M. - Mr. McHenry asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, January 27, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 10:59:00 A.M. - Mr. McHenry asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, January 25, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 27, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 10:55:10 A.M. - United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission - Pursuant to Section 1238(b)(3) of the Floyd D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001 (22 U.S.C. 7002), as amended, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Daniel M. Slane, Ohio, for a term to expire December 31, 2013 . 10:54:39 A.M. - H.R. 3801 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:54:38 A.M. - H.R. 3801 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 11). 10:47:00 A.M. - H.R. 3801 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3801 — "To amend the Tariff Act of 1930 to clarify the definition of aircraft and the offenses penalized under the aviation smuggling provisions under that Act, and for other purposes." 10:17:01 A.M. - H.R. 1022 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:17:00 A.M. - H.R. 1022 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 338 - 70 (Roll no. 10). 9:45:50 A.M. - H.R. 1022 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1022 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study of alternatives for commemorating and interpreting the role of the Buffalo Soldiers in the early years of the National Parks, and for other purposes." 9:44:55 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 25. 9:38:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess for a period of less than 15 minutes. 9:38:24 A.M. - H.R. 3801 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. 9:16:31 A.M. - H.R. 3801 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3801. 9:16:29 A.M. - H.R. 3801 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:16:18 A.M. - H.R. 3801 Mr. Reichert moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3801 — "To amend the Tariff Act of 1930 to clarify the definition of aircraft and the offenses penalized under the aviation smuggling provisions under that Act, and for other purposes." 9:15:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 9:02:43 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. 9:02:28 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Cicilline to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:21 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 9:00:50 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jason Chaffetz to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:35 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 27, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:58 EDT Yes 11:05:29 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on January 31, 2012. 11:05:16 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 January 26, 2012, at 5:18 p.m., stating that that body had passed H.R. 3800 and H.R. 3801. 11:04:40 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 January 26, 2012, at 5:50 p.m., stating that that body had passed S. 2039. 11:03:51 A.M. - The House received a communication from Nick Strader, Central Oregon Office Director, Office of Rep. Greg Walden. Pursuant to Rule VII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Strader notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena issued by the Circuit Court for the County of Deschutes, Oregon, for witness testimony and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he would determine whether compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 11:02:51 A.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable Paul D. Irving, Sergeant at Arms. Pursuant to Rule VII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Irving notified the House that the Office of the Sergeant of Arms had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, in connection with a civil lawsuit currently pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he would make the determinations required by House Rule VIII. 11:02:50 A.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule 20, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the resignation of the gentlewoman from Arizona, Ms. Giffords, the whole number of the House is 433. 11:02:18 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:02:13 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 11:01:22 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Alan Keiran, Office of the United States Senate Chaplain 11:01:00 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Mac Thornberry to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:44 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF JANUARY 31, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:56 EDT Yes 9:32:24 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 1, 2012. 9:32:23 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:32:10 P.M. - Mr. Woodall moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:02:58 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:57:07 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:53:15 P.M. - H.R. 3630 NOTICE OF INTENT TO OFFER MOTION - Mr. Michaud notified the House of his intent to offer a motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630. The Chair announced that the text of the proposed motion would be printed in the Congressional Record of today. 6:53:14 P.M. - H. Res. 522 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:13 P.M. - H. Res. 522 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 251 - 157 (Roll no. 12). 6:30:28 P.M. - H. Res. 522 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 522 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1173) to repeal the CLASS program." 6:30:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 31. 6:16:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess for a period of less than 15 minutes. 6:15:09 P.M. - H. Res. 522 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 522, the Chair put the question on adoption of H. Res. 522 and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of H. Res. 522 until a time to be announced. 6:14:55 P.M. - H. Res. 522 The previous question was ordered without objection. 5:18:00 P.M. - H. Res. 522 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 522. 5:15:24 P.M. - H. Res. 522 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 522 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1173) to repeal the CLASS program." 5:15:23 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 31. 2:10:37 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:09:52 P.M. - H.R. 658 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Ways and Means for consideration of title XI of the House bill and titles VIII and XI of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Camp, Tiberi, and Levin. 2:09:51 P.M. - H.R. 658 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for consideration of secs. 102, 105, 201, 202, 204, 208, 209, 212, 220, 321, 324, 326, 812, title X and title XIII of the House bill and secs. 102, 103, 106, 216, 301, 302, 309, 320, 327, title VI, and sec. 732 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Hall, Palazzo, and Johnson, E. B. 2:09:50 P.M. - H.R. 658 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for consideration of the House bill and the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Mica, Petri, Duncan (TN), Graves (MO), Shuster, Schmidt, Cravaack, Rahall, DeFazio, Costello, Boswell, and Carnahan. 2:09:40 P.M. - H.R. 658 On motion that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference. Agreed to without objection. 2:09:34 P.M. - H.R. 658 Mr. Cravaack asked unanimous consent that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference. 2:08:33 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 31, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., stating that that body had passed S. 1236 and agreed to S. Con. Res. 34. 2:02:21 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:52 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:48 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:22 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:19 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 31. 12:14:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:00:32 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. 12:00:22 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Andy Harris to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:03 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 1, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:53 EDT Yes 9:44:34 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 2, 2012. 9:44:32 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:44:15 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:16:16 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:16:04 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:15:34 P.M. - H.R. 3630 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Michaud motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630, the Chair put the question on the motion and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Michaud demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced. 8:14:34 P.M. - H.R. 3630 The previous question was ordered without objection. 7:25:15 P.M. - H.R. 3630 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Michaud motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630. The instructions contained in the motion seek to direct the managers on the part of the House at the conference on the disagreeing votes of the two Houses on the Senate amendment to the bill H.R. 3630 to recede from section 2123 of the House bill, relating to allowing a waiver of requirements under section 3304(a)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, including a requirement that all money withdrawn from the unemployment fund of the State shall be used solely in the payment of unemployment compensation. 7:22:13 P.M. - H.R. 3630 Mr. Michaud moved that the House instruct conferees. 7:20:04 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 533 and H. Res. 534. 7:19:26 P.M. - H.R. 3567 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:19:25 P.M. - H.R. 3567 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 395 - 27 (Roll no. 20). 7:12:03 P.M. - H.R. 3567 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3567 — "To amend title IV of the Social Security Act to require States to implement policies to prevent assistance under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program from being used in strip clubs, casinos, and liquor stores." 7:12:02 P.M. - H.R. 3835 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:12:01 P.M. - H.R. 3835 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 309 - 117 (Roll no. 19). 7:05:47 P.M. - H.R. 3835 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3835 — "To extend the pay limitation for Members of Congress and Federal employees." 7:05:28 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 7:05:21 P.M. - H.R. 1173 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:05:19 P.M. - H.R. 1173 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 267 - 159 (Roll no. 18). 6:58:30 P.M. - H.R. 1173 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 175 - 247 (Roll no. 17). 6:41:50 P.M. - H.R. 1173 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 6:30:31 P.M. - H.R. 1173 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garamendi motion to recommit. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment to insert a section entitled "Ensuring Long-Term Care Services for Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease and Other Disabled Individuals". 6:30:18 P.M. - H.R. 1173 Mr. Garamendi moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 6:29:04 P.M. - H.R. 1173 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 6:28:47 P.M. - H.R. 1173 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. 6:28:36 P.M. - H.R. 1173 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1173. 6:28:06 P.M. - H.R. 1173 On agreeing to the Deutch amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 264 (Roll no. 16). 6:23:33 P.M. - H.R. 1173 On agreeing to the Deutch amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 164 - 260 (Roll no. 15). 6:18:23 P.M. - H.R. 1173 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 157 - 264 (Roll no. 14). 6:13:53 P.M. - H.R. 1173 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 161 - 263 (Roll no. 13). 5:46:02 P.M. - H.R. 1173 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. 4:18:00 P.M. - H.R. 1173 The Committee of the Whole proceeded with pro forma amendments. 4:17:19 P.M. - H.R. 1173 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Deutch amendment No. 5, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Deutch demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:08:04 P.M. - H.R. 1173 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Deutch amendment No. 5 under the five-minute rule. 4:07:59 P.M. - H.R. 1173 An amendment, offered by Mr. Deutch, numbered 5 printed in the Congressional Record to propose adding a new section for class program flexibility. 4:07:08 P.M. - H.R. 1173 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Deutch amendment No. 4, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Deutch demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:00:13 P.M. - H.R. 1173 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Deutch amendment No. 4 under the five-minute rule. 4:00:08 P.M. - H.R. 1173 An amendment, offered by Mr. Deutch, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to propose adding a new section to prevent an increase in medicaid spending. 3:59:42 P.M. - H.R. 1173 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment No. 1, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson Lee demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:50:01 P.M. - H.R. 1173 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment No. 1 under the five-minute rule. 3:49:36 P.M. - H.R. 1173 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 1 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section to ensure market penetration for private long-term care insurance. 3:48:50 P.M. - H.R. 1173 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment No. 2, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson Lee demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:37:23 P.M. - H.R. 1173 DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment No. 2 under the five-minute rule. 3:37:06 P.M. - H.R. 1173 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 2 printed in the Congressional Record to propose adding a new section requiring a study on the impact of not having long-term care insurance on the Federal, State and local governments. 2:25:09 P.M. - H.R. 1173 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1173. 2:24:58 P.M. - H.R. 1173 The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 2:24:57 P.M. - H.R. 1173 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 522 and Rule XVIII. 2:24:46 P.M. - H.R. 1173 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1173 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions allowed. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The resolution makes in order the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Energy and Commerce now printed in the bill for the purpose of amendment. The resolution makes in order only those amendments that are submitted for printing in the Congressional Record not later than the legislative day of Tuesday, January 31, 2012, or pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate. The bill shall be considered for amendment for a period not to exceed three hours. 2:24:41 P.M. - H.R. 1173 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 522. H.R. 1173 — "To repeal the CLASS program." 2:23:09 P.M. - H.R. 3567 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 1:39:26 P.M. - H.R. 3567 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3567. 1:39:24 P.M. - H.R. 3567 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:39:00 P.M. - H.R. 3567 Mr. Boustany moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3567 — "To amend title IV of the Social Security Act to require States to implement policies to prevent assistance under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program from being used in strip clubs, casinos, and liquor stores." 1:37:46 P.M. - UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST - Mr. Daniel E. Lungren asked unanimous consent that the "Standards for the Electronic Posting of House and Committee Documents and Data", which were adopted by the Committee on House Administration on December 16, 2011, be printed in the Congressional Record. Agreed to without objection. 1:36:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 90 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:36:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 90 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:36:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 90 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 90 — "Authorizing the printing of the 25th edition of the pocket version of the United States Constitution." 1:36:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 90 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 1:36:06 P.M. - H. Res. 496 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:35:59 P.M. - H. Res. 496 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 1:20:24 P.M. - H. Res. 496 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 496. 1:20:21 P.M. - H. Res. 496 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:19:57 P.M. - H. Res. 496 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Res. 496 — "Adjusting the amount provided for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Twelfth Congress." 1:17:49 P.M. - H.R. 3835 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. 12:32:55 P.M. - H.R. 3835 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3835. 12:32:53 P.M. - H.R. 3835 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:32:19 P.M. - H.R. 3835 Mr. Ross (FL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3835 — "To extend the pay limitation for Members of Congress and Federal employees." 12:30:02 P.M. - H.R. 658 Conference report H. Rept. 112-381 filed. 12:07:27 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. 12:06:26 P.M. - BOARD OF VISITORS TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY - Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 4355(a), and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Shimkus of Illinois and Mr. Womack of Arkansas to the Board of Visitors to the United States Military Academy . 12:05:09 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - Mr. Garrett of New Jersey was recognized for the purpose of introducing the guest Chaplain for today. 12:03:56 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Bucshon to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:49 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:02:15 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Karen Hallett, United States Army, New Windsor, New York. 12:00:53 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 1. 10:36:52 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:20 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. 10:01:13 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Chip Cravaack to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:52 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 2, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:50 EDT Yes 8:40:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 3, 2012. 8:40:53 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:40:45 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:40:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:39:52 P.M. - H.R. 3578 POSTPONING FURTHER PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3578, the Chair announced that it understood that the Part A amendment made in order by the provisions of H. Res. 534 would not be offered and pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the previous question was ordered and pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, further proceedings on the bill would be postponed. 5:34:05 P.M. - H.R. 3578 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3578. 5:33:47 P.M. - H.R. 3578 Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. The resolution provides for one hour of debate, each, on H.R. 3578 and H.R. 3582. All points of order against consideration of both H.R. 3578 and H.R. 3582 are waived. For H.R. 3578, the resolution makes in order the amendment printed in Part A of the report accompanying this resolution and for H.R. 3582, the resolution makes in order the amendments printed in part B of the report accompanying this resolution. 5:33:42 P.M. - H.R. 3578 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 534. H.R. 3578 — "To amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to reform the budget baseline." 5:33:08 P.M. - H.R. 3582 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:33:07 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 242 - 179 (Roll no. 30). 5:26:45 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 237 (Roll no. 29). 5:09:54 P.M. - H.R. 3582 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:03:56 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Boswell motion to recommit. 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 subsection entitled "Impacts on Medicare Benefits, Beneficiaries, the Social Security and Medicare Trust Funds". 5:01:55 P.M. - H.R. 3582 Mr. Boswell moved to recommit with instructions to the Budget Committee. 5:01:43 P.M. - H.R. 3582 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 5:01:22 P.M. - H.R. 3582 The previous question was ordered without objection. 5:00:35 P.M. - H.R. 3582 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3582. 5:00:21 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On agreeing to the Cicilline amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 - 245 (Roll no. 28). 4:55:10 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 173 - 243 (Roll no. 27). 4:51:15 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On agreeing to the Fudge amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 171 - 243 (Roll no. 26). 4:47:48 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On agreeing to the Connolly (VA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 177 - 237 (Roll no. 25). 4:44:05 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On agreeing to the Peters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 - 244 (Roll no. 24). 4:15:37 P.M. - H.R. 3582 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. 4:15:19 P.M. - H.R. 3582 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Cicilline substitute amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Cicilline demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:04:39 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cicilline Part B amendment No. 8. 4:04:28 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Cicilline, numbered 8 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to amend the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to require that, in addition to preparing cost estimates for each bill or resolution reported by any committee of the House, the Congressional Budget Office also prepare an estimate of the number of jobs which would be created, sustained, or lost in carrying out the measure--including regional and State level estimates. 4:04:10 P.M. - H.R. 3582 By unanimous consent, the Flake amendment was withdrawn. 4:00:09 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake Part B amendment No. 7. 4:00:05 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 7 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 lower the threshold for requiring a dynamic score from .25% of the current GDP to $5 billion. 3:59:39 P.M. - H.R. 3582 By unanimous consent, the Quigley amendment was withdrawn. 3:55:16 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Quigley Part B amendment No. 6. 3:55:13 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Mr. Quigley, numbered 6 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to require the CBO to establish a website where taxpayers could enter their annual income and receive an estimate of the amount of their projected contribution to or receipt from any applicable major bill or resolution over the next 10 years, assuming the taxpayer has constant annual income. 3:51:00 P.M. - H.R. 3582 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. Mrs. Jackson Lee (TX) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:43:35 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee Part B amendment No. 5. 3:43:32 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 5 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to require CBO to include as part of their macroeconomic analysis estimates of the potential impact, if any, on HUB ZONE areas as defined by the Small Business Act. 3:42:42 P.M. - H.R. 3582 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Fudge amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Fudge demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:35:54 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fudge Part B amendment No. 4. 3:35:52 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Ms. Fudge, numbered 4 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to add income equality among the variables used to determine the economic impact of the bill. 3:35:42 P.M. - H.R. 3582 On agreeing to the Walz (MN) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:32:45 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Walz Part B amendment No. 3. 3:32:42 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walz (MN), numbered 3 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to include interest rates among the major economic variables to be estimated in the macroeconomic economic impact analysis. 3:32:21 P.M. - H.R. 3582 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Connolly (VA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Connolly (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:25:40 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Connolly (VA) Part B amendment No. 2. 3:25:37 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Mr. Connolly (VA), numbered 2 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to extend the requirement for the Congressional Budget Office to prepare macroeconomic analysis of major legislation to bills or resolutions reported by the Appropriations Committees of each Chamber. 3:24:54 P.M. - H.R. 3582 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Peters amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Peters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:17:38 P.M. - H.R. 3582 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 534, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Peters Part B amendment No. 1. 3:17:35 P.M. - H.R. 3582 An amendment, offered by Mr. Peters, numbered 1 printed in Part B of House Report 112-383 to add a findings section addressing the macroeconomic impact of the tax cuts of 2001 and 2003. 2:06:57 P.M. - H.R. 3582 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3582. 2:06:03 P.M. - H.R. 3582 The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert J. Dold to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:06:02 P.M. - H.R. 3582 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 534 and Rule XVIII. 2:05:55 P.M. - H.R. 3582 Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. The resolution provides for one hour of debate, each, on H.R. 3578 and H.R. 3582. All points of order against consideration of both H.R. 3578 and H.R. 3582 are waived. For H.R. 3578, the resolution makes in order the amendment printed in Part A of the report accompanying this resolution and for H.R. 3582, the resolution makes in order the amendments printed in part B of the report accompanying this resolution. 2:05:50 P.M. - H.R. 3582 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 534. H.R. 3582 — "To amend the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to provide for macroeconomic analysis of the impact of legislation." 2:04:42 P.M. - H.R. 3630 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:04:41 P.M. - H.R. 3630 On motion that the House instruct conferees Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 184 - 236 (Roll no. 23). 1:56:30 P.M. - H. Res. 534 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:56:29 P.M. - H. Res. 534 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 238 - 179 (Roll no. 22). 1:48:20 P.M. - H. Res. 534 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 177 (Roll no. 21). 12:30:37 P.M. - H. Res. 534 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 534. 12:26:28 P.M. - H. Res. 534 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 534 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3578) to amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to reform the budget baseline, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3582) to amend the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to provide for macro-economic analysis of the impact of legislation." 12:25:58 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause2(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, 2012 at 9:40 a.m. stating that that body had passed S. 1296 and H.R. 588 without amendment. 12:02:24 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. 12:02:00 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Ellison to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:32 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:25 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 2. 11:07:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:02:17 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 the legislative day. 10:01:35 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:55 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 3, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:48 EDT Yes 2:04:12 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on February 6, 2012. 2:04:11 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:04:06 P.M. - Mr. Frank (MA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:31:48 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 12:29:42 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency declared with respect to the situation in or in relation to Cote d'Ivoire is to continue in effect beyond February 7, 2012 - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-84). 12:25:11 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 12:24:27 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, February 3, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, February 6, 2012, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection. 11:49:11 A.M. - COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE - The Chair recognized Mr. Hoyer for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. Cantor on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week. 11:42:22 A.M. - Mr. Webster filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 537. 11:41:35 A.M. - H.R. 658 Motions to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:41:35 A.M. - H.R. 658 On agreeing to the conference report Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 169 (Roll no. 33). 11:35:01 A.M. - H.R. 658 The House proceeded to consider the conference report H. Rept. 112-381 as unfinished business. 11:34:50 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of the conference report to accompany H.R. 658, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:34:35 A.M. - H.R. 3578 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:34:32 A.M. - H.R. 3578 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 177 (Roll no. 32). 11:28:25 A.M. - H.R. 3578 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 177 - 238 (Roll no. 31). 11:04:49 A.M. - H.R. 3578 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 10:56:21 A.M. - H.R. 3578 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tierney 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 provision entitled "Maintaining Current Funding Levels in Real (Inflation-Adjusted) Terms for: Pell Grants and Education Programs for Students; Health and All Discretionary Spending that Provide Benefits for Seniors; Job, Health, and all Discretionary Spending that Provide Benefits for Veterans; and Health Research, Including NIH and Research to Cure Cancer." 10:54:18 A.M. - H.R. 3578 Mr. Tierney moved to recommit with instructions to The Budget. 10:53:41 A.M. - H.R. 3578 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3578 — "To amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to reform the budget baseline." 10:53:29 A.M. - H.R. 658 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the conference report to H.R. 658, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the conference report and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Petri demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the conference report until later in the legislative day. 10:53:07 A.M. - H.R. 658 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 9:45:02 A.M. - H.R. 658 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the conference report to accompany H.R. 658. 9:44:15 A.M. - H.R. 658 Mr. Mica brought up conference report H. Rept. 112-381 for consideration under the provisions of H. Res. 533. 9:39:55 A.M. - H. Res. 533 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 9:39:49 A.M. - H. Res. 533 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 9:39:41 A.M. - H. Res. 533 The previous question was ordered without objection. 9:19:45 A.M. - H. Res. 533 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 533. 9:18:47 A.M. - H. Res. 533 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 533 — "Providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany 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." 9:05:07 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. 9:04:43 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Lankford to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:04:40 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 Reverend Dr. Cal LeMon, First and Calvary Presbyterian Church, Springfield, Missouri. 9:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 6, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:46 EDT Yes 8:55:42 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 7, 2012. 8:55:41 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:55:29 P.M. - Mrs. Christensen moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:14:24 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:13:46 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:13:05 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 1734 as unfinished business. 8:12:55 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 8:12:39 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Mr. Denham moved that the Committee rise. 8:11:59 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On agreeing to the Carnahan amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 8:04:17 P.M. - H.R. 1734 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 537, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Carnahan amendment. 8:04:05 P.M. - H.R. 1734 An amendment, offered by Mr. Carnahan, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-385 to require the use of life-cycle cost analysis in the design or lease of federal buildings receiving at least 50% Federal funding and which construction cost is over $1,000,000 or the space to be leased is over 25,000 square feet. 8:03:18 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The Chair announced its understanding that amendment numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-385 would not be offered. 8:02:44 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:59:57 P.M. - H.R. 1734 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 537, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment. 7:59:31 P.M. - H.R. 1734 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-385 to add a sense of Congress that the Civilian Property Realignment Commission should take steps to provide assistance to small and minority-owned businesses seeking to be awarded contracts and requires the Commission to report to Congress and the President every 6 months regarding contracting and the size of the entities awarded contracts. 7:58:55 P.M. - H.R. 1734 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Connolly (VA) amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Connolly (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. 7:52:36 P.M. - H.R. 1734 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 537, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Connolly (VA) amendment. 7:52:18 P.M. - H.R. 1734 An amendment, offered by Mr. Connolly (VA), numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-385 to protect the ability of federal agencies to work with local governments to preserve appropriate excess federal property as open space, eliminating federal maintenance expenses while preserving public benefits. 7:51:47 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On agreeing to the Denham amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 7:49:30 P.M. - H.R. 1734 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 537, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Denham amendment. 7:49:09 P.M. - H.R. 1734 An amendment, offered by Mr. Denham, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-385 to provide for a review of properties for use for the homeless. 7:48:41 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The Chair announced its understanding that amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-385 would not be offered. 7:03:40 P.M. - H.R. 1734 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1734. 7:03:32 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The Speaker designated the Honorable Rob Woodall to act as Chairman of the Committee. 7:03:31 P.M. - H.R. 1734 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 537 and Rule XVIII. 7:03:23 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1734 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. The resolution provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 112-11 shall be considered as adopted. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived. 7:03:18 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 537. H.R. 1734 — "To decrease the deficit by realigning, consolidating, selling, disposing, and improving the efficiency of federal buildings and other civilian real property, and for other purposes." 7:02:43 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 539. 7:02:35 P.M. - H.R. 1162 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:33 P.M. - H.R. 1162 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 7 (Roll no. 35). 6:55:56 P.M. - H.R. 1162 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1162 — "To provide the Quileute Indian Tribe Tsunami and Flood Protection, and for other purposes." 6:55:49 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to the conference report to accompany H.R. 658. 6:54:50 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:54:49 P.M. - H. Res. 537 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 155 (Roll no. 34). 6:31:14 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 537 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1734) to decrease the deficit by realigning, consolidating, selling, disposing, and improving the efficiency of Federal buildings and other civilian real property, and for other purposes." 6:30:57 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of H. Res. 537 and the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:43 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 6. 5:38:40 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:38:36 P.M. - H. Res. 537 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 537, the Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Webster demanded the yeas and nays, and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of the resolution until later in the legislative day. 5:38:22 P.M. - H. Res. 537 The previous question was ordered without objection. 5:17:35 P.M. - H. Res. 537 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 537. 5:17:30 P.M. - H. Res. 537 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 537 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1734) to decrease the deficit by realigning, consolidating, selling, disposing, and improving the efficiency of Federal buildings and other civilian real property, and for other purposes." 5:17:28 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 6. 5:03:41 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess for a period of less than 15 minutes. 5:03:13 P.M. - H.R. 1162 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Hastings (WA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 4:53:41 P.M. - H.R. 1162 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1162. 4:53:37 P.M. - H.R. 1162 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:53:12 P.M. - H.R. 1162 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1162 — "To provide the Quileute Indian Tribe Tsunami and Flood Protection, and for other purposes." 4:52:45 P.M. - H.R. 2606 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Hastings (WA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 4:45:05 P.M. - H.R. 2606 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2606. 4:45:02 P.M. - H.R. 2606 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:45:00 P.M. - H.R. 2606 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2606 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to allow the construction and operation of natural gas pipeline facilities in the Gateway National Recreation Area, and for other purposes." 4:44:40 P.M. - H.R. 306 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:44:36 P.M. - H.R. 306 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 4:35:37 P.M. - H.R. 306 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 306. 4:35:35 P.M. - H.R. 306 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:35:15 P.M. - H.R. 306 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 306 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement to provide for management of the free-roaming wild horses in and around the Currituck National Wildlife Refuge." 4:34:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until after 6:30 p.m. on February 7. 4:34:45 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 6. 2:15:05 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:30 P.M. today. 2:10:04 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice that an Executive Order has been issued with respect to the actions and policies of the Government of Iran - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-85). 2:09:29 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 6, 2012 at 9:47 a.m. stating that that body had passed S. 2038. 2:02:12 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:42 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Burgess to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:01:39 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:28 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:17 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 6. 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. 12:01:06 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. 12:00:34 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:05 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 7, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:43 EDT Yes 7:45:35 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 8, 2012. 7:45:34 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:45:25 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:55:26 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 4:46:17 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 4:45:33 P.M. - H.R. 2606 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:45:29 P.M. - H.R. 2606 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 4:44:57 P.M. - H.R. 2606 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2606 — "To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to allow the construction and operation of natural gas pipeline facilities in the Gateway National Recreation Area, and for other purposes." 4:44:44 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:44:43 P.M. - NOTICE OF INTENT TO OFFER MOTION - Mr. Bishop (NY) notified the House of his intent to offer a motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630. The Chair announced that the text of the proposed motion would be printed in the Congressional Record of today. 4:43:42 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 540. 4:43:25 P.M. - H.R. 3581 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:43:24 P.M. - H.R. 3581 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 245 - 180 (Roll no. 42). 4:36:22 P.M. - H.R. 3581 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 190 - 238 (Roll no. 41). 4:19:32 P.M. - H.R. 3581 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:14:03 P.M. - H.R. 3581 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Walz (MN) motion to recommit. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment to add a provision which would specify that the risk component for loans for students or veterans is zero. 4:12:52 P.M. - H.R. 3581 Mr. Walz (MN) moved to recommit with instructions to The Budget. 4:12:17 P.M. - H.R. 3581 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. 4:12:02 P.M. - H.R. 3581 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:11:10 P.M. - H.R. 3581 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3581. 4:10:54 P.M. - H.R. 3581 On agreeing to the Tonko amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 187 - 238 (Roll no. 40). 3:39:54 P.M. - H.R. 3581 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 539, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tonko amendment No. 3. 3:39:51 P.M. - H.R. 3581 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tonko, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-388 to establish a Commission of budgeting and accounting experts to provide recommendations to Congress regarding the best measure to accurately account for the costs of Federal credit programs. The amendment also allows the Commission to delay and or supersede the provisions of the bill. 3:39:44 P.M. - H.R. 3581 By unanimous consent, the Dold amendment was withdrawn. 3:35:56 P.M. - H.R. 3581 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 539, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Dold amendment No. 2. 3:35:53 P.M. - H.R. 3581 An amendment, offered by Mr. Dold, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-388 to require the OMB Director to prepare all budgets submitted to the President according to both accrual-basis and cash-basis GAAP accounting standards. 3:34:47 P.M. - H.R. 3581 The Chair announced its understanding that amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-388 would not be offered. 2:49:59 P.M. - H.R. 3581 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3581. 2:49:48 P.M. - H.R. 3581 The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 2:49:47 P.M. - H.R. 3581 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 539 and Rule XVIII. 2:49:05 P.M. - H.R. 3581 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3581 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 the Budget 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 Rules Committee Print 112-13. 2:49:00 P.M. - H.R. 3581 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 539. H.R. 3581 — "To amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to increase transparency in Federal budgeting, and for other purposes." 2:48:35 P.M. - H. Res. 539 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:48:35 P.M. - H. Res. 539 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 181 (Roll no. 39). 2:40:08 P.M. - H. Res. 539 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 539 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3581) to amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to increase transparency in Federal budgeting, and for other purposes." 2:40:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of H. Res. 539 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:39:38 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:39:36 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 259 - 164 (Roll no. 38). 2:31:59 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 238 (Roll no. 37). 2:12:55 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:05:06 P.M. - H.R. 1734 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Michaud motion to recommit. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment to add a provision which states "Properties owned by the Department of Veterans Affairs or other properties used in connection with providing services for veterans, including hospitals, clinics, and facilities that provide job training, post traumatic stress disorder treatment, housing assistance, homeless services, and rehabilitative care.". 2:04:47 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Mr. Michaud moved to recommit with instructions to Transportation. 2:04:07 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1734 — "To decrease the deficit by realigning, consolidating, selling, disposing, and improving the efficiency of federal buildings and other civilian real property, and for other purposes." 2:03:27 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - Under Clause 5(d) of Rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the administration of the Oath of Office to the Gentlewoman from Oregon, the whole number of the House is 434. 1:56:18 P.M. - OATH OF OFFICE - Representative-Elect Suzanne Bonamici, First District, State of Oregon, presented herself in the well of the House for the purpose of taking the Oath of Office which was administered by the Speaker of the House. 1:54:57 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. The Clerk transmitted to the House a facsimile copy of a letter received from Mr. Steve Trout, Director of Elections, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Oregon, indicating that, according to the unofficial returns of the Special Election held January 31, 2012, the Honorable Suzanne Bonamici was elected Representative to Congress for the First Congressional District, State of Oregon. 1:53:49 P.M. - H.R. 1734 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair announced that further proceedings on H.R. 1734 would be postponed. 1:53:14 P.M. - H.R. 1734 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. 1:53:04 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 1:52:22 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1734. 1:52:11 P.M. - H.R. 1734 On agreeing to the Connolly (VA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 191 - 230 (Roll no. 36). 1:26:01 P.M. - H.R. 1734 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the adoption of the Connolly (VA) amendment numbered 3 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed. 1:25:18 P.M. - H.R. 1734 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:24:58 P.M. - H.R. 1734 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1734 — "To decrease the deficit by realigning, consolidating, selling, disposing, and improving the efficiency of federal buildings and other civilian real property, and for other purposes." 1:24:20 P.M. - H. Res. 539 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 539, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote announced that the yeas had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the resolution were postponed. 1:24:11 P.M. - H. Res. 539 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:42:24 P.M. - H. Res. 539 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 539. 12:39:40 P.M. - H. Res. 539 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 539 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3581) to amend the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 to increase transparency in Federal budgeting, and for other purposes." 12:05:23 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with further one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle. 12:05:17 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 7, 2012 at 10:40 a.m. stating that that body had passed H.R. 347 with an amendment and S. 1794. 12:02:34 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:02:15 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Turner of NY to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:13 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:25 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Rabbi Jeffrey Astrachan, Temple Beth Israel, York, Pennsylvania. 12:00:08 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 7. 10:24:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:56 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 the legislative day. 10:00:26 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Todd C. Young 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 FEBRUARY 8, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:41 EDT Yes 7:56:21 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 9, 2012. 7:56:20 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:56:13 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:25:42 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:22:49 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:21:59 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, rule XX, the Speaker postponed until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the adoption of the Bishop (NY) motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630, which was ordered on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. 5:21:58 P.M. - H.R. 3630 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bishop (NY) motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630, the Chair put the question on the motion and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (NY) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced. 5:21:44 P.M. - H.R. 3630 The previous question was ordered without objection. 4:18:43 P.M. - H.R. 3630 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Bishop (NY) motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 3630. The instructions contained in the motion seek to direct the managers on the part of the House at the conference on the disagreeing votes of the two Houses on the Senate amendment to the bill H.R. 3630 to be instructed to file a conference report not later than February 17, 2012. 4:18:28 P.M. - H.R. 3630 Mr. Bishop (NY) moved that the House instruct conferees. 4:16:51 P.M. - Mr. Ryan (WI) asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 4:16:33 P.M. - H.R. 3521 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. 3521. 4:16:25 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:16:23 P.M. - H.R. 3521 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 254 - 173 (Roll no. 46). 3:59:22 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 3:59:09 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:58:14 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3521. 3:57:55 P.M. - H.R. 3521 On agreeing to the Alexander amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 128 - 300 (Roll no. 45). 3:24:38 P.M. - H.R. 3521 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 540, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Alexander amendment No. 2. 3:24:31 P.M. - H.R. 3521 An amendment, offered by Mr. Alexander, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-389 to prevent the President from proposing any rescission to funds appropriated by Congress to the Corps of Engineers. 3:23:19 P.M. - H.R. 3521 On agreeing to the Ryan (WI) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:22:33 P.M. - H.R. 3521 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 540, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ryan (WI) amendment No. 1. 3:22:25 P.M. - H.R. 3521 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ryan (WI), numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-389 to restore certain language from the Budget Committee reported bill by reducing certain time periods from five legislative days to three legislative days and indicating that the approval bill should be an appropriation bill. 2:09:51 P.M. - H.R. 3521 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3521. 2:09:39 P.M. - H.R. 3521 The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:09:38 P.M. - H.R. 3521 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 540 and Rule XVIII. 2:09:06 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3521 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions allowed. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill and amendment in the nature of a substitute. The resolution makes in order as original text for purpose of amendment the amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee print 112-12. The resolution provides that it shall be in order at any time through the legislative day of February 9, 2012, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules, as though under clause 1(c) of rule XV, relating to a measure addressing securities trading based on nonpublic information. 2:09:01 P.M. - H.R. 3521 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 540. H.R. 3521 — "To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to provide for a legislative line-item veto to expedite consideration of rescissions, and for other purposes." 2:07:27 P.M. - H. Res. 540 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:07:26 P.M. - H. Res. 540 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 175 (Roll no. 44). 2:01:12 P.M. - H. Res. 540 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 184 (Roll no. 43). 12:40:09 P.M. - H. Res. 540 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 540. 12:38:47 P.M. - H. Res. 540 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 540 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3521) to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to provide for a legislative line-item veto to expedite consideration of rescissions, and for other purposes." 12:02:47 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. 12:02:05 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Higgins to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:01 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:04 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. David Anderson, Faith Baptist Church, Sarasota, Florida. 12:00:16 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 8. 11:32:17 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:54 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 the legislative day. 10:00:43 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster 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 FEBRUARY 9, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:39 EDT Yes 2:14:39 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on February 13, 2012. 2:14:38 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:14:30 P.M. - Mr. Bartlett moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:32:34 A.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 11:23:30 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with further one minute speeches. 11:23:15 A.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, February 9, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 10:45:00 A.M. - COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE - The Chair recognized Mr. Hoyer for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. Cantor on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week. 10:43:15 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 99 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:43:10 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 99 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 10:43:09 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 99 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 99 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to unveil the marker which acknowledges the role that slave labor played in the construction of the United States Capitol." 10:43:07 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 99 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 10:42:57 A.M. - H.R. 3630 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:42:56 A.M. - H.R. 3630 On motion that the House instruct conferees Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 405 - 15 (Roll no. 48). 10:35:00 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the Bishop (NY) motion to instruct conferees to H.R. 3630, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 10:34:10 A.M. - S. 2038 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:34:09 A.M. - S. 2038 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 2 (Roll no. 47). 9:13:37 A.M. - S. 2038 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2038. 9:13:34 A.M. - S. 2038 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:13:18 A.M. - S. 2038 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. S. 2038 — "To prohibit Members of Congress and employees of Congress from using nonpublic information derived from their official positions for personal benefit, and for other purposes." 9:12:50 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 9:02:32 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. 9:02:03 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Lankford to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:01:58 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. Patrick J. Conroy. 9:00:37 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Shelley Moore Capito to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:25 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 13, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:37 EDT Yes 1:02:44 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on February 14, 2012. 1:01:56 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1:01:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 1:00:37 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 1:00:28 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 1:00:13 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 14, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:35 EDT Yes 11:19:43 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 15, 2012. 11:19:12 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:19:01 P.M. - Mr. Webster moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:17:55 P.M. - Mr. Webster filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 547. 11:17:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 9:45:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 7:17:12 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:13:48 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:12:33 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 303 - 89, 1 Present (Roll no. 49). 6:30:02 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of the Speaker's approval of the Journal. 6:30:01 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 5:12:37 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 p.m. today. 5:12:12 P.M. - H.R. 3248 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. 5:04:17 P.M. - H.R. 3248 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3248. 5:04:13 P.M. - H.R. 3248 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:04:03 P.M. - H.R. 3248 Mr. Kelly moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3248 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 112 South 5th Street in Saint Charles, Missouri, as the "Lance Corporal Drew W. Weaver Post Office Building"." 5:03:34 P.M. - H.R. 3247 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:56:34 P.M. - H.R. 3247 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3247. 4:56:32 P.M. - H.R. 3247 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:56:21 P.M. - H.R. 3247 Mr. Kelly moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3247 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1100 Town and Country Commons in Chesterfield, Missouri, as the "Lance Corporal Matthew P. Pathenos Post Office Building"." 4:56:04 P.M. - H.R. 2079 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. 4:49:12 P.M. - H.R. 2079 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2079. 4:49:10 P.M. - H.R. 2079 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:49:00 P.M. - H.R. 2079 Mr. Kelly moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2079 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 Main Street in East Rockaway, New York, as the "John J. Cook Post Office"." 4:48:34 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 4:47:55 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 2:44:39 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 4:45 p.m. today. 2:18:10 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the proposed Congressional Budget for the United States Government for FY 2013 - referred to the Committee on Appropriations and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-78). 2:18:00 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had the honor to transmit a sealed envelope received from the White House on February 13, 2012, at 2:14 p.m., which contained a message from the President whereby he submitted his Budget of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2013. 2:17:00 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 the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 14, 2012, at 10:25 a.m., stating that that body had passed H.R. 1162, without amendment. 2:03:20 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:03:00 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. 2:02:00 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. Mrs. Foxx 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. Foxx demanded the yeas and nays 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. 2:00:44 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 14. 12:08:44 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. today. 12:01:04 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. 12:00:31 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Andy Harris to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:14 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 15, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:32 EDT Yes 9:30:51 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 16, 2012. 9:30:50 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:30:38 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 9:29:36 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 15. 8:54:28 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 6:54:11 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:47:57 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with further one minute speeches. 6:46:21 P.M. - United States Holocaust Memorial Council - Pursuant to 36 U.S.C. 2302, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011 the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the United States Holocaust Memorial Council: Mr. Israel . 6:44:48 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3408 as unfinished business. 6:43:43 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Deutch amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 188 - 236 (Roll no. 63). 6:40:16 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Landry amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 266 - 159 (Roll no. 62). 6:35:39 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Bishop (NY) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 169 - 257 (Roll no. 61). 6:32:03 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Capps amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 267 (Roll no. 60). 6:27:32 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 265 (Roll no. 59). 6:23:46 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Doyle amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 193 - 234 (Roll no. 58). 6:20:04 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Rush amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 149 - 276 (Roll no. 57). 6:16:25 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 173 - 254 (Roll no. 56). 6:10:43 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Eshoo amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 173 - 249 (Roll no. 55). 5:44:05 P.M. - H.R. 3408 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:43:51 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Deutch amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Deutch demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day 5:33:31 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Deutch Part A amendment No. 12. 5:33:23 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Deutch, numbered 12 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to require a person to include in the application for a drilling lease an estimate of the economic impact, including job losses, resulting from a worst-case discharge of oil from facilities operating under the lease. 5:32:56 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Landry amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Markey demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:22:45 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Landry Part A amendment No. 11. 5:22:37 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Landry, numbered 11 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to raise the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act cap to $750 million per year starting in year 2023 until 2055. The amendment keeps the $500 million cap per year in place through year 2022. 5:21:27 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Richmond amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:18:22 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Richmond Part A amendment No. 10. 5:18:10 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Richmond, numbered 10 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to allow oil and gas revenues to be used for coastal wetlands conservation, coastal restoration, hurricane protection, or infrastructure projects directly impacted by coastal wetland losses. Currently, H.R. 7 contains a prohibition on how states can use oil and gas revenues. Energy producing states use offshore oil and gas revenues to fund their required state cost share of hurricane protection and coastline restoration programs. 5:17:44 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (NY) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:06:57 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) Part A amendment No. 9. 5:06:54 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (NY), numbered 9 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to prohibit oil and natural gas lease sales in the northeast U.S. 5:06:29 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Bilirakis amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:58:51 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bilirakis Part A amendment No. 8. 4:58:36 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bilirakis, numbered 8 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to require the Secretary to conduct an economic impact survey to determine the economic effects that lease sales within 100 miles of the coast of Florida will have on the Florida fishing and tourism industries. 4:58:12 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Capps amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Capps demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:46:58 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capps Part A amendment No. 7. 4:46:56 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Capps, numbered 7 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to strike Section 17304, relating to oil and gas lease sales in the Southern California planning area, and part 4, relating to OCS revenue sharing with coastal states. 4:46:38 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Hastings (WA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:44:38 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (WA) Part A amendment No. 6. 4:44:36 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (WA), numbered 6 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to change the underlying bill's requirement that the Department of the Interior substitute two new lease blocks for each one lease block that is deferred from a lease sale at the request of the Department of Defense, to replace each deferred lease block with one new lease block. The amendment also calls attention to the existing authority under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act for the President to designate National Defense Areas on the outer Continental Shelf that are restricted from exploration and operation. The amendment also requires the North Aleutian Basin lease sale to be conducted by 2015 rather than one year after enactment of the Act. 4:43:45 P.M. - H.R. 3408 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 that 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 later in the legislative day. 4:34:07 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis Part A amendment No. 5. 4:34:03 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 5 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to strike subtitle A of title XVII and provides a five year window offset through increasing the federal share of drilling revenue. 4:33:41 P.M. - H.R. 3408 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 later in the legislative day. 4:21:35 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Doyle Part A amendment No. 4. 4:21:32 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Doyle, numbered 4 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to require that a permit for the Keystone XL pipeline is not to be issued or deemed issued unless the permit applicant can certify and provide adequate documentation to FERC that at least 75% of the iron and steel to be used in domestic portion of the pipeline is produced in North America. 4:20:58 P.M. - H.R. 3408 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 later in the legislative day. 4:08:51 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rush Part A amendment No. 3. 4:08:48 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rush, numbered 3 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to amend Title XIV to prohibit the issuance of a permit absent conditions that restrict the ability of the permit recipient from initiating or threatening to initiate proceedings to invoke the power of eminent domain against the will of a property's owner for the purposes of constructing or operating the Keystone XL pipeline. 4:08:27 P.M. - H.R. 3408 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 later in the legislative day. 3:55:45 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey Part A amendment No. 2. 3:55:41 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 2 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to ensure that if the Keystone XL pipeline is built, the oil that it transports to the Gulf of Mexico and the fuels made from that oil remain in this country to benefit Americans. The amendment allows the President to waive this requirement if it can be shown that an export of the oil or fuels won't increase our dependence on oil or fuels we buy from hostile nations, that prices for refiners and consumers won't go up if the export occurs, or if an export is needed to comply with any international treaties or other agreements we have to export oil or fuels. 3:54:55 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Eshoo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Eshoo demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:47:35 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Eshoo Part A amendment No. 1. 3:47:29 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Ms. Eshoo, numbered 1 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to review the results of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) study, as required by the bipartisan pipeline safety bill (Public Law 112-90), before issuing a permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. 2:35:55 P.M. - H.R. 3408 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3408. 2:35:45 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:35:44 P.M. - H.R. 3408 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 547 and Rule XVIII. 2:35:09 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The resolution provides for one hour of debate on H.R. 3408. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. Specified amendments printed in part A of the report accompanying this resolution are in order. The resolution provides for one hour of debate on H.R. 3813. All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. Specified amendments printed in part B of the report accompanying this resolution are in order. The resolution provides for one hour of debate on H.R. 7. 2:35:04 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 547. H.R. 3408 — "To set clear rules for the development of United States oil shale resources, to promote shale technology research and development, and for other purposes." 2:34:25 P.M. - H.R. 3248 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:34:24 P.M. - H.R. 3248 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 0 (Roll no. 54). 2:28:25 P.M. - H.R. 3248 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3248 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 112 South 5th Street in Saint Charles, Missouri, as the "Lance Corporal Drew W. Weaver Post Office Building"." 2:28:03 P.M. - H.R. 3247 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:28:02 P.M. - H.R. 3247 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 0 (Roll no. 53). 2:21:11 P.M. - H.R. 3247 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3247 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1100 Town and Country Commons in Chesterfield, Missouri, as the "Lance Corporal Matthew P. Pathenos Post Office Building"." 2:21:02 P.M. - H.R. 2079 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:21:01 P.M. - H.R. 2079 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 2 (Roll no. 52). 2:13:59 P.M. - H.R. 2079 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2079 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 Main Street in East Rockaway, New York, as the "John J. Cook Post Office"." 2:13:50 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:13:35 P.M. - H. Res. 547 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:13:34 P.M. - H. Res. 547 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 186 (Roll no. 51). 2:05:42 P.M. - H. Res. 547 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 181 (Roll no. 50). 12:38:40 P.M. - H. Res. 547 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 547. 12:29:23 P.M. - H. Res. 547 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 547 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3408) to set clear rules for the development of United States oil shale resources, to promote shale technology research and development, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3813) to amend title 5, United States Code, to secure the annuities of Federal civilian employees, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7) to authorize funds for Federal-aid highway, public transportation, and highway and motor carrier safety programs, and for other purposes." 12:02:59 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. 12:02:31 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Hahn to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:29 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:03 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Rudy Stevens, United States Army, Pinehurst, North Carolina. 12:00:46 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 15. 11:03:51 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:54 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. 10:00:49 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 FEBRUARY 16, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:30 EDT Yes 8:34:49 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on February 17, 2012. 8:34:48 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:34:38 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:16:31 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 7:15:57 P.M. - Mr. Scott (SC) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 554. 6:25:15 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:22:43 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with further one minute speeches. 6:22:12 P.M. - H. Res. 553 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:22:02 P.M. - H. Res. 553 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:21:21 P.M. - H. Res. 553 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 553 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 6:20:45 P.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable John Dingell. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Dingell notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena, issued by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, to produce documents in a criminal case and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena is inconsistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 6:20:44 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Paul Tonko. Mr. Tonko submitted his resignation from the Committee on the Budget. The resignation was accepted without objection. 6:20:04 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Jackie Speier. Ms. Speier submitted her resignation from the Committee on Homeland Security. The resignation was accepted without objection. 6:19:43 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 6:19:22 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:19:21 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 237 - 187 (Roll no. 71). 6:13:26 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 241 (Roll no. 70). 5:56:15 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:47:07 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Castor (FL) motion to recommit. 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 restrict permits for new oil and gas slant, directional, or offshore drilling around the Great Lakes or the Florida Everglades. 5:46:47 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Ms. Castor (FL) moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 5:46:01 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 5:45:45 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:45:01 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3408. 5:44:51 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Labrador amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 177 (Roll no. 69). 5:40:34 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 183 - 238 (Roll no. 68). 5:37:12 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 168 - 254 (Roll no. 67). 5:32:58 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Hastings (WA) amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 250 - 171 (Roll no. 66). 5:27:26 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Hanabusa amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 189 - 228 (Roll no. 65). 5:22:38 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Thompson (CA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 167 - 253 (Roll no. 64). 4:57:27 P.M. - H.R. 3408 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:56:54 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 4:56:22 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3408 — "To set clear rules for the development of United States oil shale resources, to promote shale technology research and development, and for other purposes." 4:55:50 P.M. - H.R. 3630 Conference report H. Rept. 112-399 filed. 4:54:55 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3408 as unfinished business. 4:54:21 P.M. - H.R. 3408 On agreeing to the Scalise amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:39:32 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Scalise Part A amendment No. 20. 4:39:29 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Scalise, numbered 20 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to dedicate Clean Water Act penalties associated with the Deepwater Horizon disaster to the Gulf Coast Restoration Trust Fund. 4:38:56 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Labrador amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that 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 later in the legislative day. 4:26:01 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Labrador Part A amendment No. 19. 4:25:58 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Labrador, numbered 19 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to minimize NEPA requirements for a geothermal exploration test project so a project can quickly move forward if resources are found. 4:25:22 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Markey amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (WA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:13:17 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey Part A amendment No. 18. 4:13:15 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 18 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to require companies holding defective leases which allow them to drill on public lands off-shore without paying a royalty, to renegotiate those leases prior to bidding on new leases issued pursuant to Title XVII of this Act. 4:12:47 P.M. - H.R. 3408 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 later in the legislative day. 3:58:58 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey Part A amendment No. 17. 3:58:56 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 17 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to expand on the oil export ban already included in the Arctic drilling subtitle (Sec. 17706) to prohibit export of any natural gas produced pursuant to a lease issued under Title XVII of this Act. 3:58:42 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hastings (WA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Holt demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:47:18 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (WA) Part A amendment No. 16. 3:47:15 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (WA), numbered 16 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to streamline the NEPA process to allow for expedited development of renewable energy projects on federal lands and waters. 3:46:54 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Hanabusa amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (WA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:37:13 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hanabusa Part A amendment No. 15. 3:37:10 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Ms. Hanabusa, numbered 15 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to require that offshore oil and gas leases contain specific safety requirements. 3:36:46 P.M. - H.R. 3408 By unanimous consent, the Holt amendment was withdrawn. 3:29:52 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Holt Part A amendment No. 14. 3:29:50 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 14 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to affirm that nothing in the underlying bill will affect funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). 3:28:11 P.M. - H.R. 3408 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Thompson (CA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Thompson (CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:17:54 P.M. - H.R. 3408 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 547, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Thompson (CA) Part A amendment No. 13. 3:17:49 P.M. - H.R. 3408 An amendment, offered by Mr. Thompson (CA), numbered 13 printed in Part A of House Report 112-398 to clarify that the legislation does not allow for oil and gas drilling on the northern coast of California. 3:16:59 P.M. - H.R. 3408 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 3:16:38 P.M. - H.R. 3408 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3408 — "To set clear rules for the development of United States oil shale resources, to promote shale technology research and development, and for other purposes." 3:16:33 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 16. 12:37:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:37:44 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on February 16, 2012 at 9:48 a.m.: That the Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 99, without amendment. 12:03:30 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. 12:03:08 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Poe of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:41 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Speaker announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Quayle demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Speaker announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Quayle objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Speaker postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until a time to be announced. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 12:01:16 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 16. 11:30:04 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. 10:00:35 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster 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 FEBRUARY 17, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:27 EDT Yes 2:08:36 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on February 21, 2012. 2:08:35 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 2:08:08 P.M. - Mr. Woodall moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:38:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 1:34:09 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting an economic report of the United States. - referred to the Joint Economic Committee and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-77). 12:43:29 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 12:42:56 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to the conference report to accompany H.R. 3630. 12:06:31 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 11:50:29 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 11:49:53 A.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, February 24, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 11:49:52 A.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Tuesday, February 21, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 24, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 11:49:51 A.M. - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, February 17, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 11:48:50 A.M. - H. Res. 558 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:48:25 A.M. - H. Res. 558 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 11:48:09 A.M. - H. Res. 558 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 558 — "Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the on-the-record portions of the audio backup file of the deposition of William R. Clemens that was conducted by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on February 5, 2008, to the prosecuting attorneys in the case of United States of America v. Clemens, No. 1:10-cr-00223-RBW (D.D.C.)." 11:46:00 A.M. - SPEAKER'S DESIGNATION - Pursuant to clause 3(b)(5) of Rule XI, the Chair announced the Speaker's designation of the following Members to act in any proceeding of the Committee on Ethics relating to the Matter of Representative Maxine Waters: Messrs. Goodlatte, LaTourette, Simpson, Mrs. Capito, Messrs. Griffin of Arkansas and Sarbanes. 11:41:36 A.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Jo Bonner, Chairman, Committee on Ethics. Pursuant to Rule XI, clause 3(b)(5) of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Committee on Ethics Rule (9)(e) and with the unanimous approval of the Committee on Ethics, Chairman Bonner transmitted a written request for the appointment of six substitute Members, necessitated by voluntary recusals, to serve for any Committee proceeding related to the Matter of Representative Maxine Waters (the matter) currently before the Committee on Ethics. 11:39:29 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 11:38:59 A.M. - H.R. 3630 Motions to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:38:59 A.M. - H.R. 3630 On agreeing to the conference report Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 293 - 132 (Roll no. 72). 11:14:48 A.M. - H.R. 3630 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 9:53:58 A.M. - H.R. 3630 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 3630. 9:53:46 A.M. - H.R. 3630 Mr. Camp brought up conference report H. Rept. 112-399 for consideration under the provisions of H. Res. 554. 9:52:14 A.M. - H. Res. 554 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 9:52:08 A.M. - H. Res. 554 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 9:52:02 A.M. - H. Res. 554 The previous question was ordered without objection. 9:17:35 A.M. - H. Res. 554 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 554. 9:16:43 A.M. - H. Res. 554 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 554 — "Providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 3630) to provide incentives for the creation of jobs, and for other purposes." 9:04:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle. 9:03:52 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Altmire to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:03:15 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Speaker announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Paulsen demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Speaker announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Paulsen objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Speaker postponed further proceedings on the question of agreeing to the approval of the Journal until a time to be announced. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 9:01:00 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 9:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 21, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:25 EDT Yes 12:02:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 24, 2012. 12:02:31 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:23 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:55 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Alisa Lasater Wailoo, Capitol Hill United Methodist Church, Washington, DC. 12:01:04 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Andy Harris to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:08 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 24, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:24 EDT Yes 10:02:50 A.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 February 27, 2012. 10:02:05 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:02 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:01:09 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Aaron Damiani, Church of the Resurrection, Washington, DC. 10:00:25 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:12 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 27, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:22 EDT Yes 8:40:15 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 28, 2012. 8:40:03 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:40:00 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:07:48 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:01:38 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:55:46 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence in recognition of the Honorable Katie Hall, a former Congresswoman from Indiana. 6:53:09 P.M. - H.R. 347 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:08 P.M. - H.R. 347 On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 388 - 3 (Roll no. 73). 6:31:29 P.M. - UNFINISHED 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. 6:31:12 P.M. - Ms. Foxx filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 563. 6:30:52 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 27. 4:14:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 p.m. today. 4:14:29 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. 4:06:10 P.M. - H.R. 347 The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the motion to agree in the Senate amendment to H.R. 347. 4:05:50 P.M. - H.R. 347 Mr. Smith (TX) moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment. 4:01:20 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:00:07 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 27. 2:14:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 P.M. today. 2:02:19 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:01:56 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. 2:01:52 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:40 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:33 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:07 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 28, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:19 EDT Yes 7:10:40 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 29, 2012. 7:10:15 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:10:00 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:56:15 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 5:55:47 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the text of a Presidential Policy Directive establishing procedures to implement section 1022 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81) - referred to the Committee on Armed Services and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-91). 5:10:26 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:06:12 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:05:49 P.M. - The House received a communication from Sandra Hanlon, District Representative, Office of Steve King Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Hanlon notified the House that she had been served with a trial subpoena ad testificandum issued by the United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she will determine whether compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 5:05:30 P.M. - H.R. 1433 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:05:21 P.M. - H.R. 1433 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 4:31:40 P.M. - H.R. 1433 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1433. 4:31:38 P.M. - H.R. 1433 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:31:26 P.M. - H.R. 1433 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1433 — "To protect private property rights." 4:30:49 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 4:29:55 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 566. 4:29:42 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:29:41 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 303 - 114 (Roll no. 79). 4:23:00 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 241 (Roll no. 78). 3:58:12 P.M. - H.R. 2117 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capps motion to recommit. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment which adds a provision entitled "PROTECTING STUDENTS FROM HIGHER LOAN COSTS AND A DEVALUED EDUCATIONAL DEGREE". 3:58:00 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Mrs. Capps moved to recommit with instructions to Education and the Workforce. 3:56:43 P.M. - H.R. 2117 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. 3:56:02 P.M. - H.R. 2117 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2117. 3:55:40 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 199 - 217 (Roll no. 77). 3:50:51 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On agreeing to the Bishop (NY) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 255 (Roll no. 76). 3:44:12 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence in honor of those who lost their lives, their families, and the staff at the high school in the City of Chardon. 3:42:30 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On agreeing to the Grijalva amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 170 - 247 (Roll no. 75). 3:17:04 P.M. - H.R. 2117 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. 3:16:36 P.M. - H.R. 2117 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 3:16:03 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2117 — "To prohibit the Department of Education from overreaching into academic affairs and program eligibility under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965." 3:15:02 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 28. 2:53:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 2:53:31 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2117 as unfinished business. 2:52:59 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On motion that the committe rise Agreed to by voice vote. 2:52:52 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Ms. Foxx moved that the committee rise. 2:52:51 P.M. - H.R. 2117 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 that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Foxx demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:45:45 P.M. - H.R. 2117 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 563, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis amendment No. 5. 2:45:31 P.M. - H.R. 2117 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-404 to require the Secretary to present a plan to prevent waste, fraud and abuse to ensure effective use of taxpayer dollars. 2:45:12 P.M. - H.R. 2117 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Bishop (NY) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:39:01 P.M. - H.R. 2117 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 563, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment No. 4. 2:38:57 P.M. - H.R. 2117 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (NY), numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-404 to strike the prohibition on the Secretary of Education from ever promulgating or enforcing any regulation or rule defining the term "credit hour". 2:38:06 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On agreeing to the Polis amendment; Failed by voice vote. 2:33:07 P.M. - H.R. 2117 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 563, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis amendment No. 3. 2:33:03 P.M. - H.R. 2117 An amendment, offered by Mr. Polis, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-404 to link state authorization regulations to student outcomes. 2:30:58 P.M. - H.R. 2117 On agreeing to the Foxx amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 2:28:27 P.M. - H.R. 2117 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 563, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Foxx amendment No. 2. 2:28:25 P.M. - H.R. 2117 An amendment, offered by Ms. Foxx, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-404 to repeal a section of the credit hour regulation impacting clock hour programs. 2:27:50 P.M. - H.R. 2117 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Grijalva amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 2:22:40 P.M. - H.R. 2117 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 563, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Grijalva amendment No. 1. 2:22:37 P.M. - H.R. 2117 An amendment, offered by Mr. Grijalva, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-404 to retain the requirement that states have a process to hear and take appropriate action on student complaints regarding institutions as part of the state authorization. 1:26:09 P.M. - H.R. 2117 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2117. 1:25:43 P.M. - H.R. 2117 The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 1:25:42 P.M. - H.R. 2117 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 563 and Rule XVIII. 1:25:31 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2117 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and the Workforce now printed in the bill. 1:25:26 P.M. - H.R. 2117 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 563. H.R. 2117 — "To prohibit the Department of Education from overreaching into academic affairs and program eligibility under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965." 1:24:41 P.M. - H. Res. 563 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:24:31 P.M. - H. Res. 563 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 244 - 171 (Roll no. 74). 12:58:41 P.M. - H. Res. 563 The previous question was ordered without objection. 12:28:30 P.M. - H. Res. 563 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 563. 12:25:42 P.M. - H. Res. 563 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 563 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2117) to prohibit the Department of Education from overreaching into academic affairs and program eligibility under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965." 12:04:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 12:04:21 P.M. - Pursuant to section 287a of title 2, United States Code, the Chair appointed Thomas J. Wickham, Jr. as Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives to succeed John V. Sullivan, resigned. 12:02:50 P.M. - The House received a communication from The Honorable John V. Sullivan wherein he resigns as the Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives effective March 31, 2012. 12:02:11 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Connolly of VA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:52 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Adam McHugh, Vitas Hospice Center, Covina, California. 12:01:47 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 28. 10:31:08 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:04 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. 10:00:53 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Michael G. Fitzpatrick to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 29, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:16 EDT Yes 9:02:20 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 1, 2012. 9:02:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:02:00 P.M. - Mr. Gardner moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:10:51 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:08:19 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:07:26 P.M. - Board of Visitors of the United States Military Academy - Pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 4355(a), 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 Board of Visitors of the United States Military Academy: Mr. Hinchey(NY) and Ms. Loretta Sanchez(CA). 8:06:47 P.M. - H. Res. 556 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 7:46:18 P.M. - Pursuant to clause 8, Rule XX, the Speaker postponed until a time to be announced, the roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules and pass S. 1134 and the motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. Res. 556, as amended, which were ordered on Wednesday, February 29, 2012. 7:43:20 P.M. - H. Res. 556 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 556. 7:43:19 P.M. - H. Res. 556 Considered under suspension of the rules. 7:43:02 P.M. - H. Res. 556 Mr. Pitts moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 556 — "Condemning the Government of Iran for its continued persecution, imprisonment, and sentencing of Youcef Nadarkhani on the charge of apostasy." 7:42:32 P.M. - H.R. 3902 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:42:16 P.M. - H.R. 3902 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 7:33:05 P.M. - H.R. 3902 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3902. 7:33:04 P.M. - H.R. 3902 Considered under suspension of the rules. 7:33:00 P.M. - H.R. 3902 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3902 — "To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to revise the timing of special elections for local office in the District of Columbia." 7:32:30 P.M. - S. 1134 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 6:39:46 P.M. - S. 1134 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1134. 6:39:45 P.M. - S. 1134 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:39:34 P.M. - S. 1134 Mr. Petri moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 1134 — "To authorize the St. Croix River Crossing Project with appropriate mitigation measures to promote river values." 6:38:24 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 6:35:19 P.M. - H.R. 1837 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:35:19 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 246 - 175, 1 Present (Roll no. 91). 6:28:48 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 248 (Roll no. 90). 6:12:40 P.M. - H.R. 1837 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 6:01:22 P.M. - H.R. 1837 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garamendi motion to recommit. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment to add a section titled Protecting the Constitution and States' Rights. 6:01:06 P.M. - H.R. 1837 Mr. Garamendi moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 6:00:07 P.M. - H.R. 1837 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. 6:00:01 P.M. - H.R. 1837 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:59:10 P.M. - H.R. 1837 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 1837. 5:58:47 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the Markey amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 180 - 244 (Roll no. 89). 5:54:18 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the Garamendi amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 247 (Roll no. 88). 5:50:46 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the Napolitano amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 - 250 (Roll no. 87). 5:46:45 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the Garamendi amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 181 - 243 (Roll no. 86). 5:43:27 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the McNerney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 177 - 243 (Roll no. 85). 5:39:50 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the McNerney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 242 (Roll no. 84). 5:36:01 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the Thompson (CA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 239 (Roll no. 83). 5:10:15 P.M. - H.R. 1837 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:09:29 P.M. - H.R. 1837 The Chair announced that it understood that amendment No. 9 offered by Mr. Garamendi, made in order by the provisions of H. Res. 566, would not be offered. 5:08:57 P.M. - H.R. 1837 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 later in the legislative day. 4:55:48 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Markey amendment No. 8. 4:55:45 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. Markey, numbered 8 printed in House Report 112-405 to replace provisions in H.R. 1837 that override state law with a provision upholding state law and requiring use of the best available science. 4:54:03 P.M. - H.R. 1837 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Garamendi amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Garamendi demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:44:39 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garamendi amendment No. 7. 4:44:36 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. Garamendi, numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-405 to remove provisions of the bill that seek to decrease the current supply of water to the Delta region. 4:43:04 P.M. - H.R. 1837 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Napolitano amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Napolitano demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:31:50 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Napolitano amendment No. 6. 4:31:48 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Napolitano, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-405 to create a revenue stream through the elimination of a subsidy that allowed irrigators to repay project debt with no interest. 4:30:21 P.M. - H.R. 1837 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Garamendi amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Garamendi demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:19:11 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garamendi amendment No. 5. 4:19:09 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. Garamendi, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-405 to remove provisions of the bill that seek to privatize a public resource and restore the Secretary of the Interior's discretion over water contract renewals. 4:18:36 P.M. - H.R. 1837 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McNerney amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. McNerney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:07:21 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McNerney amendment No. 4. 4:07:18 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. McNerney, numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-405 to prevent several provisions of the Act from taking effect until it is determined that it will not harm water quality or water availability for agricultural producers in California's Delta region (Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, and Yolo Counties). 4:06:48 P.M. - H.R. 1837 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the McNerney amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. McNerney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:55:16 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McNerney amendment No. 3. 3:55:13 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. McNerney, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-405 to prevent several provisions of the Act from taking effect until it is determined that it will not harm the quality or safety of drinking water supplies for residents of California's Delta region (Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, and Yolo Counties). 3:54:38 P.M. - H.R. 1837 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Thompson (CA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Thompson (CA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:42:40 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Thompson (CA) amendment No. 2. 3:42:34 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. Thompson (CA), numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-405 to prevent several provisions of this Act from going into effect if any agriculture, agriculture-related, fishery, or fishery-related job is lost North of the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. 3:42:21 P.M. - H.R. 1837 On agreeing to the McClintock amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:33:57 P.M. - H.R. 1837 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 566, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McClintock amendment No. 1. 3:33:26 P.M. - H.R. 1837 An amendment, offered by Mr. McClintock, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-405 to make several technical and clarifying changes to the bill. 2:22:57 P.M. - H.R. 1837 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 1837. 2:22:32 P.M. - H.R. 1837 The Speaker designated the Honorable Kevin Yoder to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:22:31 P.M. - H.R. 1837 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 566 and Rule XVIII. 2:22:16 P.M. - H.R. 1837 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1837 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 againist consideration of the bill are waived. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources 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 Rules Committee Print 112-15. 2:22:11 P.M. - H.R. 1837 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 566. H.R. 1837 — "To address certain water-related concerns on the San Joaquin River, and for other purposes." 2:21:09 P.M. - Mr. Hastings (WA) asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on March 1. Agreed to without objection. 2:21:08 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 283 - 127, 2 Present (Roll no. 82). 2:15:55 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the vote on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal which had been postponed from earlier in the day. 2:14:07 P.M. - H. Res. 566 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:14:06 P.M. - H. Res. 566 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 245 - 173 (Roll no. 81). 2:06:10 P.M. - H. Res. 566 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 178 (Roll no. 80). 12:39:00 P.M. - H. Res. 566 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 566. 12:36:53 P.M. - H. Res. 566 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 566 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1837) to address certain water-related concerns on the San Joaquin River, and for other purposes." 12:36:27 P.M. - H. Res. 562 ORDER OF BUSINESS - Mr. Bishop (UT) asked unanimous consent that it be in order at any time through the legislative day of March 1, 2012, to consider in the House H. Res. 562; the resolution shall be considered as read; the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution and preamble to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees. Agreed to without objection. 12:03:09 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. 12:02:50 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Crawford to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:22 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. Lance 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. Lance 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. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 12:00:50 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Gerald Theriot, The American Legion, Schriever, Louisiana 12:00:30 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 29. 11:13:48 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:02:00 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. 10:01:54 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Rob Woodall to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:00 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 1, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:14 EDT Yes 1:50:33 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on March 5, 2012. 1:50:32 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 1:50:25 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:51:30 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with special order speeches. 12:51:20 P.M. - SOCIAL SECURITY ADVISORY BOARD - The Chair announced the Speaker's reappointment, Pursuant to Section 703 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 903) and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, and upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader, of the following member on the part of the House to the Social Security Advisory Board for a term of 6 years: Ms. Barbara Kennelly, Hartford, CT. 11:22:29 A.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 11:12:35 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 11:11:01 A.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 1, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 5, 2012, for morning-hour debate. Agreed to without objection. 11:00:00 A.M. - COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE - The Chair recognized Mr. Hoyer for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. Cantor on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week. 10:59:41 A.M. - H. Res. 556 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:59:40 A.M. - H. Res. 556 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 1 (Roll no. 94). 10:51:23 A.M. - H. Res. 556 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 556 — "Condemning the Government of Iran for its continued persecution, imprisonment, and sentencing of Youcef Nadarkhani on the charge of apostasy." 10:51:21 A.M. - S. 1134 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:51:21 A.M. - S. 1134 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 339 - 80 (Roll no. 93). 10:42:30 A.M. - S. 1134 Considered as unfinished business. S. 1134 — "To authorize the St. Croix River Crossing Project with appropriate mitigation measures to promote river values." 10:41:53 A.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 10:41:32 A.M. - H. Res. 562 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:41:22 A.M. - H. Res. 562 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 418 - 0 (Roll no. 92). 10:15:22 A.M. - H. Res. 562 The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House. 9:15:21 A.M. - H. Res. 562 DEBATE - Pursuant to the order of the House on February 29, 2012, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 562. 9:14:45 A.M. - H. Res. 562 The special order of February 29, 2012 provides for the consideration of H. Res. 562. The special order specifies that the resolution shall be considered as read and that the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution and preamble to adoption without intervening motion or demand for division of the question except one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or their respective designees. 9:14:22 A.M. - H. Res. 562 Pursuant to the order of the House on February 29, 2012, Mr. Lungren called up H. Res. 562 for consideration. H. Res. 562 — "Directing the Office of the Historian to compile oral histories from current and former Members of the House of Representatives involved in the historic and annual Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, marches, as well as the civil rights movement in general, for the purposes of expanding or augmenting the historic record and for public dissemination and education." 9:04:05 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. 9:03:14 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Farr to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:03:09 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:41 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 9:01:25 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Kevin Yoder to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:13 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 5, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:11 EDT Yes 8:07:57 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 6, 2012. 8:07:56 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:07:32 P.M. - Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:07:31 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:59:15 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:58:01 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 36 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:58:00 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 36 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:57:13 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 36 Considered by unanimous consent. S. Con. Res. 36 — "To authorize the use of the rotunda and Emancipation Hall of the Capitol by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies in connection with the proceedings and ceremonies conducted for the inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice President-elect of the United States." 6:57:13 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 36 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. asked unanimous consent to take from the Speaker's table and consider. 6:57:12 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 35 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:57:11 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 35 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 6:56:45 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 35 Considered by unanimous consent. S. Con. Res. 35 — "To establish the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies for the inauguration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States on January 21, 2013." 6:56:45 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 35 Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. asked unanimous consent to take from the Speaker's table and consider. 6:56:29 P.M. - H.R. 3637 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:56:28 P.M. - H.R. 3637 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 362 - 2 (Roll no. 95). 6:32:27 P.M. - H.R. 3637 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3637 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 401 Old Dixie Highway in Jupiter, Florida, as the "Roy Schallern Rood Post Office Building"." 6:32:13 P.M. - UNFINISHED 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. 6:31:40 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 570. 6:30:09 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 5. 5:29:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 p.m. today. 5:29:01 P.M. - S. 1710 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:28:58 P.M. - S. 1710 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 5:21:19 P.M. - S. 1710 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1710. 5:21:18 P.M. - S. 1710 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:21:00 P.M. - S. 1710 Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 1710 — "To designate the United States courthouse located at 222 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska, as the James M. Fitzgerald United States Courthouse." 5:19:00 P.M. - H.R. 3413 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:18:53 P.M. - H.R. 3413 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 5:10:16 P.M. - H.R. 3413 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:10:02 P.M. - H.R. 3413 Mr. Farenthold moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3413 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1449 West Avenue in Bronx, New York, as the "Private Isaac T. Cortes Post Office"." 5:10:00 P.M. - H.R. 3413 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3413. 5:09:22 P.M. - H.R. 3637 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. 5:00:53 P.M. - H.R. 3637 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3637. 5:00:51 P.M. - H.R. 3637 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:00:36 P.M. - H.R. 3637 Mr. Farenthold moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3637 — "To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 401 Old Dixie Highway in Jupiter, Florida, as the "Roy Schallern Rood Post Office Building"." 5:00:27 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 5:00:16 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 5. 2:16:38 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 5:00 P.M. today. 2:14:24 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, 2012. - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-92). 2:13:42 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on March 2, 2012, at 10:18 a.m., stating that that body had agreed to S. Con. Res. 35 and S. Con. Res. 36. 2:05:02 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:04:03 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. 2:04:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:02:35 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:31 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 5. 12:09:35 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:05:00 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. 12:04:25 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:04:10 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 6, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:09 EDT Yes 6:48:41 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to H. Res. 571. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 7, 2012. 6:48:40 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:48:21 P.M. - Mr. Jones moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:20:01 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 5:20:00 P.M. - Mr. Sessions filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 572. 3:49:40 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:45:48 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 3:45:12 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2842 as unfinished business. 3:44:57 P.M. - H.R. 2842 On motion to rise Agreed to by voice vote. 3:44:44 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to rise. 3:43:29 P.M. - H.R. 2842 On agreeing to the Ellison amendment; Failed by voice vote. 3:29:58 P.M. - H.R. 2842 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 570, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Ellison amendment No. 3 under the five-minute rule. 3:29:56 P.M. - H.R. 2842 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellison, numbered 3 printed in the Congressional Record to add a section to H.R. 2842 which states that section 2 of the bill and the amendments made by section 2 shall not take effect unless the Secretary finds that such section and amendments, if in effect, shall not result in a net loss of jobs. 3:28:16 P.M. - H.R. 2842 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Napolitano amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Napolitano demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 3:17:13 P.M. - H.R. 2842 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 570, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Napolitano amendment No. 1 under the five-minute rule. 3:17:10 P.M. - H.R. 2842 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Napolitano, numbered 1 printed in the Congressional Record to strike the exemption for small conduit hydropower development from the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. 3:16:47 P.M. - H.R. 2842 On agreeing to the Tipton amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:16:16 P.M. - H.R. 2842 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 570, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Tipton amendment No. 2 under the five-minute rule. 3:16:13 P.M. - H.R. 2842 An amendment, offered by Mr. Tipton, numbered 2 printed in the Congressional Record to strike "2011" and insert "2012" in section 1. 2:34:41 P.M. - H.R. 2842 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2842. 2:34:30 P.M. - H.R. 2842 The Speaker designated the Honorable Jason Chaffetz to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:34:29 P.M. - H.R. 2842 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 570 and Rule XVIII. 2:34:04 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2842 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 Natural Resources now printed in the bill. All points of order against the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute are waived. 2:33:59 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 570. H.R. 2842 — "To authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law, and for other purposes." 2:33:35 P.M. - H. Res. 570 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:33:19 P.M. - H. Res. 570 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 2:33:17 P.M. - H. Res. 570 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 177 (Roll no. 97). 2:14:04 P.M. - H. Res. 570 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 570 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2842) to authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law, and for other purposes." 2:13:20 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on ordering the previous question for H. Res. 570, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:13:19 P.M. - ADJUSTMENT OF WHOLE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the passing of the gentleman from the State of New Jersey, Mr. Payne, the whole number of the House is 433. 2:13:18 P.M. - H. Res. 571 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:13:09 P.M. - H. Res. 571 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 2:11:36 P.M. - H. Res. 571 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 571 — "Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Donald M. Payne, a Representative from the State of New Jersey." 2:08:08 P.M. - MOMENT OF SILENCE - The House observed a moment of silence in honor of the life of Honorable Donald M. Payne, a Representative from the State of New Jersey. 2:06:51 P.M. - H.R. 4105 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:06:49 P.M. - H.R. 4105 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 370 - 39 (Roll no. 96). 1:38:09 P.M. - H.R. 4105 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4105 — "To apply the countervailing duty provisions of the Tariff Act of 1930 to nonmarket economy countries, and for other purposes." 1:37:32 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on a motion to suspend the rules, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:37:31 P.M. - H. Res. 570 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 570, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays, and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 1:08:00 P.M. - H. Res. 570 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 570. 1:05:59 P.M. - H. Res. 570 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 570 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2842) to authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law, and for other purposes." 1:04:39 P.M. - H.R. 4105 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. 12:32:40 P.M. - H.R. 4105 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4105. 12:32:38 P.M. - H.R. 4105 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:32:24 P.M. - H.R. 4105 Mr. Camp moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4105 — "To apply the countervailing duty provisions of the Tariff Act of 1930 to nonmarket economy countries, and for other purposes." 12:31:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:03:13 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. Higgins to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:01:02 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:59 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 6. 11:01:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:04 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. 10:00:27 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Lynn Jenkins 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 7, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:06 EDT Yes 7:42:51 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 8, 2012. 7:42:50 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:42:22 P.M. - Mr. Quigley moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:47:18 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:41:55 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:38:35 P.M. - Mr. Hensarling asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, March 7, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 8, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 6:37:51 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3606 as unfinished business. 6:37:49 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 6:37:44 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Mr. Hensarling moved that the Committee rise. 6:36:38 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Connolly (VA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 236 (Roll no. 106). 6:32:30 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Waters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 161 - 259 (Roll no. 105). 6:24:48 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Ellison amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 169 - 244 (Roll no. 104). 6:20:54 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Himes amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 164 - 245 (Roll no. 103). 5:55:51 P.M. - H.R. 3606 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 5:55:05 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the McCarthy (CA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:49:07 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McCarthy (CA) amendment No. 10. 5:49:05 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. McCarthy (CA), numbered 10 printed in House Report 112-409 to clarify that general advertising under this provision should only apply to Regulation D rule 506 offerings, allow for general solicitation in the secondary sale of these securities so long as only qualified institutional buyers purchase the securities, and provide consistency in interpretation that general advertising should not cause these offerings to be considered public offerings. 5:48:20 P.M. - H.R. 3606 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Connolly (VA) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Connolly (VA) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:38:14 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Connolly (VA) amendment No. 9. 5:38:11 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Connolly (VA), numbered 9 printed in House Report 112-409 to require the Securities and Exchange Commission to perform a study, in consultation with the Commodities Futures Trading Commission, of the effects on emerging growth companies of financial speculation on domestic oil and gasoline prices and to forward the results of that study to Congress. 5:36:55 P.M. - H.R. 3606 By unanimous consent, the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment was withdrawn. 5:36:12 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment No. 8. 5:36:09 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 8 printed in House Report 112-409 to establish new filing fee for Reg S-K Forms to discourage frivolous filings. 5:35:47 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by voice vote. 5:26:04 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment No. 7. 5:26:00 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-409 to strike language that allows an emerging growth company or its underwriter to communicate with "institutions that are accredited investors." 5:25:58 P.M. - H.R. 3606 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Waters amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Waters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:13:17 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment No. 6. 5:13:15 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Ms. Waters, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-409 to provide that if a broker or dealer is underwriting an initial public offering (IPO) for an emerging growth company (EGC) and providing research to the public about such IPO, those research reports need to be filed with the SEC, and the broker or dealer shall be held to stricter liability for their comments. Would also provide that if EGCs are communicating, either orally or in writing, with potential investors before or following an offering, they need to file those communications with the SEC. 5:12:59 P.M. - H.R. 3606 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Ellison amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Ellison demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:00:32 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ellison amendment No. 5. 5:00:27 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellison, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-409 to require Emerging Growth Companies to fully comply with say-on-pay and golden parachute shareholder votes. 5:00:07 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:52:56 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment No. 4. 4:52:43 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-409 to add a requirement that a company not be considered an "emerging growth company" if it has issued more than $1 billion in non-convertible debt over the prior three years. 4:52:35 P.M. - H.R. 3606 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Himes amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Himes demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:40:56 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Himes amendment No. 3. 4:40:53 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Himes, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-409 to lower the gross annual revenue cap from $1,000,000,000 to $750,000,000 for emerging growth companies to remain eligible for the regulatory on-ramp and to strike the public float requirement for the on-ramp. 4:40:27 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the McIntyre amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:36:16 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McIntyre amendment No. 2. 4:36:12 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. McIntyre, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-409 to adjust the Emerging Growth Company definition for inflation, resulting in providing more flexibility for businesses. 4:35:58 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Fincher amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:33:03 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fincher amendment No. 1. 4:32:41 P.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Fincher, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-409 to make technical changes to the underlying bill. 3:55:57 P.M. - H.R. 3606 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole resumed general debate on H.R. 3606. 3:55:45 P.M. - H.R. 3606 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 3:55:25 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3606 — "To increase American job creation and economic growth by improving access to the public capital markets for emerging growth companies." 3:53:47 P.M. - H.R. 3606 RULING OF THE CHAIR - After review, the Chair ruled that the remarks constituted a personality directed towards an indentifiable Member and announced that, without objection, said remarks would be stricken from the record. Subsequently, the Chair announced that the Committee of the Whole would resume its sitting. 3:53:46 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3606 as unfinished business. 3:35:32 P.M. - H.R. 3606 WORDS TAKEN DOWN - During the course of debate, exception was taken to certain words used and a demand was made to have words taken down. Subsequently, the words were reported to the Committee of the Whole and the Chair announced that the Committee would rise. 3:00:43 P.M. - H.R. 3606 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3606. 3:00:29 P.M. - H.R. 3606 The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert J. Dold to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:00:29 P.M. - H.R. 3606 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 572 and Rule XVIII. 3:00:13 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3606 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. The resolution provides that an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of text of Rules Committee Print 112-17 shall be considered as adopted. The resolution waives all points of order against the amendments printed in the report. 3:00:08 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 572. H.R. 3606 — "To increase American job creation and economic growth by improving access to the public capital markets for emerging growth companies." 2:59:48 P.M. - H. Res. 572 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:59:47 P.M. - H. Res. 572 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 252 - 166 (Roll no. 102). 2:48:58 P.M. - H. Res. 572 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 244 - 177 (Roll no. 101). 2:42:20 P.M. - H. Res. 572 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 572 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3606) to increase American job creation and economic growth by improving access to the public capital markets for emerging growth companies." 2:42:00 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:41:59 P.M. - H.R. 2842 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 265 - 154 (Roll no. 100). 2:33:26 P.M. - H.R. 2842 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 182 - 237 (Roll no. 99). 2:16:49 P.M. - H.R. 2842 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 2:06:51 P.M. - H.R. 2842 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garamendi 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 require that all materials used to install conduit hydropower generation under this Act to be manufactured in the United States. 2:06:31 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Mr. Garamendi moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 2:05:09 P.M. - H.R. 2842 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 2:04:31 P.M. - H.R. 2842 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 2:04:19 P.M. - H.R. 2842 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2842. 2:03:50 P.M. - H.R. 2842 On agreeing to the Napolitano amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 168 - 253 (Roll no. 98). 1:38:37 P.M. - H.R. 2842 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of an amendment which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:38:21 P.M. - H.R. 2842 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:38:08 P.M. - H.R. 2842 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2842 — "To authorize all Bureau of Reclamation conduit facilities for hydropower development under Federal Reclamation law, and for other purposes." 1:37:32 P.M. - H. Res. 572 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 572, 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 ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 12:46:04 P.M. - H. Res. 572 DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 572. 12:45:53 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4105 without amendment. 12:31:00 P.M. - H. Res. 572 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 572. 12:30:31 P.M. - H. Res. 572 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 572 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3606) to increase American job creation and economic growth by improving access to the public capital markets for emerging growth companies." 12:02:36 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. 12:02:01 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Thompson of PA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:33 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:17 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 7. 11:09:40 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:10:00 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House continued with further Morning-Hour debate. 10:09:47 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 1886. 10:01:01 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. 10:00:29 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:17 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 8, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:04 EDT Yes 3:05:41 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on March 9, 2012. 3:05:40 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:05:30 P.M. - Ms. Jackson Lee (TX) moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:04:48 P.M. - The House received a communication from Jan Churchill, District Representative. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Churchill notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena, issued by the Las Vegas Justice Court, for witness testimony, and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena is consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 1:14:47 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:14:00 P.M. - PRESIDENT'S EXPORT COUNCIL - Pursuant to Executive Order 12131, and the order of the House of January 5,2011, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the President's Export Council: Mr. Reichert, Mr. Gerlach, Mr. Tiberi, Ms. Sutton and Ms. Sanchez Linda . 1:04:00 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 1:03:59 P.M. - Mr. Bachus asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, March 16, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 19, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 1:03:55 P.M. - Mr. Bachus asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 1:03:05 P.M. - Mr. Bachus asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, March 9, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 1:03:00 P.M. - Mr. Bachus asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 8, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 9, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 1:02:54 P.M. - H.R. 3606 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. 3606. 1:02:43 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:02:42 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 390 - 23 (Roll no. 110). 12:49:02 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 170 - 244 (Roll no. 109). 12:31:00 P.M. - H.R. 3606 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 12:23:18 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Eshoo motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require that the bill be reported back to the House with an amendment providing for public disclosures to the Federal Election Commission of any political expenditures or contributions made during a fiscal year. 12:22:22 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Ms. Eshoo moved to recommit with instructions to Financial Services. 12:22:01 P.M. - H.R. 3606 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. 12:21:41 P.M. - H.R. 3606 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 12:20:56 P.M. - H.R. 3606 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3606. 12:20:49 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Capps amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 172 - 236 (Roll no. 108). 12:16:46 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Peters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 175 - 239 (Roll no. 107). 11:47:46 A.M. - H.R. 3606 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:47:28 A.M. - H.R. 3606 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:47:00 A.M. - H.R. 3606 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3606 — "To increase American job creation and economic growth by improving access to the public capital markets for emerging growth companies." 11:46:11 A.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 8. 11:22:40 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 11:45 a.m. today. 11:22:14 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 March 8, 2012, at 9:34 a.m., stating that that body had passed S. 1855. 11:22:13 A.M. - H.R. 3606 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3606 as unfinished business. 11:22:03 A.M. - H.R. 3606 On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 11:21:48 A.M. - H.R. 3606 Mr. Hensarling moved that the committee rise. 11:21:18 A.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Loebsack amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 11:12:34 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Loebsack amendment No. 17. 11:12:10 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Loebsack, numbered 17 printed in House Report 112-409 to require information to be made available online, and outreach to be conducted to small and medium-sized businesses, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and minority-owned businesses to inform them about changes put in place by this legislation. 11:11:40 A.M. - H.R. 3606 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Capps amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Capps demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:00:52 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capps amendment No. 16. 11:00:29 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mrs. Capps, numbered 16 printed in House Report 112-409 to require the Securities and Exchange Commission to issue a report to the Congress one year after enactment on the increase in initial public offerings that resulted from the act, including specific increases in filings by manufacturing and high-technology companies. 10:59:47 A.M. - H.R. 3606 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Peters(MI) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Peters(MI) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 10:49:11 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Peters (MI) amendment No. 15. 10:48:42 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Peters, numbered 15 printed in House Report 112-409 to require publicly traded companies to disclose on an annual basis the total number of employees they have in each country and the percentage increase or decrease in employment in each country. 10:48:18 A.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Capuano amendment; Failed by voice vote. 10:40:36 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capuano amendment No. 14. 10:40:15 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Capuano, numbered 14 printed in House Report 112-409 to require the SEC to conduct a study to address anti-evasion concerns and determine if the term "held of record" should mean beneficial owner of the security. 10:39:48 A.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Schweikert amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:33:47 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schweikert amendment No. 13. 10:33:30 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Schweikert, numbered 13 printed in House Report 112-409 to authorize the Securities and Exchange Commission to study whether or not it has the authority to enforce anti-evasion provisions associated with the shareholder threshold. 10:32:57 A.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the Miller (NC) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:29:10 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Miller (NC) amendment No. 12. 10:28:48 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. Miller (NC), numbered 12 printed in House Report 112-409 to increase the total number of investors and limit the number of non-accredited investors allowed to be holders of record before registration is required. 10:28:20 A.M. - H.R. 3606 On agreeing to the McHenry amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:19:08 A.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 572, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McHenry amendment No. 11. 10:18:48 A.M. - H.R. 3606 An amendment, offered by Mr. McHenry, numbered 11 printed in House Report 112-409 to, with respect to Rule 506 of Regulation D, provide an exemption from registration as a broker or dealer for trading platforms that do not charge a fee in connection with the purchase or sale of the security or permit general solicitations, general advertisements, or similar or related activities by issuers of such securities. Amendment would also enable the marketing of private shares to accredited investors through platforms. 10:17:51 A.M. - H.R. 3606 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:17:25 A.M. - H.R. 3606 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3606 — "To increase American job creation and economic growth by improving access to the public capital markets for emerging growth companies." 10:03:08 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. 10:02:47 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Gutierrez to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:41 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:55 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 10:00:35 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 9, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:35:01 EDT Yes 11:04:54 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 13, 2012. 11:03:01 A.M. - The House received a communication from John L. Mica, Chairman, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Mr. Mica notified the House that on March 8, 2012, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure met in open session to consider resolutions to authorize 11 lease prospectuses included in the General Services Administration's FY2011 and FY2012 Capital Investment and Leasing Programs and one resolution to request an information report pursuant to section 3315(a) of Title 40. The Committee adopted the resolutions on March 8, 2012. 11:02:29 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:02:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 11:01:24 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 11:01:03 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Adrian Smith to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:44 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 13, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:59 EDT Yes 10:02:58 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 16, 2012. 10:02:56 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 March 12, 2012 at 10:11 a.m. stating that that body had agreed to S. Res. 390. 10:02:19 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:02:06 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:45 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 10:00:38 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Thomas J. Rooney to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:26 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 16, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:58 EDT Yes 10:02:59 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on March 19, 2012. 10:02:48 A.M. - The Speaker announced that when the House adjourns on Friday, March 16, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 19, 2012. 10:02:47 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 March 15, 2012 at 5:06 p.m. stating that that body had passed H.R. 473 without amendment and H.R. 886 with an amendment. 10:01:33 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:01:23 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 10:00:48 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Blake Johnson, Church of the Advent, Washington, DC. 10:00:39 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven C. LaTourette to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:29 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 19, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:55 EDT Yes 8:31:11 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 20, 2012. 8:31:06 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:31:05 P.M. - Mr. Griffin (AR) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:06:45 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:57:11 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:56:19 P.M. - The House received a communication from Representative Inslee wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, March 20, 2012. 6:53:53 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:52 P.M. - H.R. 3992 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 371 - 0 (Roll no. 111). 6:32:43 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3992 — "To allow otherwise eligible Israeli nationals to receive E-2 nonimmigrant visas if similarly situated United States nationals are eligible for similar nonimmigrant status in Israel." 6:31:36 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. 6:31:35 P.M. - Mr. Bishop (UT) filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 587. 6:31:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 19. 5:23:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:23:34 P.M. - H.R. 3992 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. 5:13:45 P.M. - H.R. 3992 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3992. 5:13:41 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:13:26 P.M. - H.R. 3992 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3992 — "To allow otherwise eligible Israeli nationals to receive E-2 nonimmigrant visas if similarly situated United States nationals are eligible for similar nonimmigrant status in Israel." 5:13:12 P.M. - H.R. 4086 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:13:10 P.M. - H.R. 4086 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 5:04:35 P.M. - H.R. 4086 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4086. 5:04:32 P.M. - H.R. 4086 Considered under suspension of the rules. 5:04:16 P.M. - H.R. 4086 Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4086 — "To amend chapter 97 of title 28, United States Code, to clarify the exception to foreign sovereign immunity set forth in section 1605(a)(3) of such title." 5:04:04 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 5:03:54 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 19. 4:11:33 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 5:00 P.M. today. 4:04:14 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 4:03:51 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Faleomavaega to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4:03:41 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 4:01:00 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 4:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 20, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:53 EDT Yes 6:16:49 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 21, 2012. 6:16:48 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:16:39 P.M. - Mr. Woodall moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:54:01 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. 5:54:00 P.M. - Mr. Nugent filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 591. 5:31:00 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:25:17 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:24:51 P.M. - Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies - Pursuant to Senate Concurrent Resolution 35 the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies: Mr. Boehner, Mr. Cantor and Ms. Pelosi . 5:24:05 P.M. - H.R. 2087 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:24:04 P.M. - H.R. 2087 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 240 - 164 (Roll no. 117). 5:15:16 P.M. - H.R. 2087 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 180 - 226 (Roll no. 116). 4:58:25 P.M. - H.R. 2087 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:51:10 P.M. - H.R. 2087 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sanchez, Loretta 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 sale or use of land for adult entertainment or by foreign governments. 4:50:11 P.M. - H.R. 2087 Ms. Sanchez, Loretta moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 4:49:33 P.M. - H.R. 2087 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. 4:49:22 P.M. - H.R. 2087 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:48:40 P.M. - H.R. 2087 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2087. 4:48:19 P.M. - H.R. 2087 On agreeing to the Grijalva amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 226 (Roll no. 115). 4:20:32 P.M. - H.R. 2087 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished question was on the adoption of amendments which had previously been debated and on which further proceedings were postponed. 4:19:57 P.M. - H.R. 2087 On agreeing to the Hastings (FL) amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:11:09 P.M. - H.R. 2087 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 587, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Hastings (FL) No. 2 amendment under the five-minute rule. 4:11:07 P.M. - H.R. 2087 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (FL), numbered 2 printed in the Congressional Record to require independent valuation of the land prior to any restrictions being removed. The amendment requires valuations of the land for the years 1776, 1865, 2013, 2017, 2032, and 2212. 4:10:49 P.M. - H.R. 2087 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Grijalva amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:06:09 P.M. - H.R. 2087 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 587, the Committee of the Whole proceeded debate on the Grijalva amendment No. 1 under the five-minute rule. 4:06:06 P.M. - H.R. 2087 An amendment, offered by Mr. Grijalva, numbered 1 printed in the Congressional Record to require Accomack County, VA to pay fair market value for the land and require an appraisal of the land prior to sale. 3:28:09 P.M. - H.R. 2087 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2087. 3:28:01 P.M. - H.R. 2087 The Speaker designated the Honorable Cory Gardner to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:28:00 P.M. - H.R. 2087 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 587 and Rule XVIII. 3:27:14 P.M. - H.R. 2087 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2087 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. The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. The resolution makes in order the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Natural Resources now printed in the bill as original text for the purpose of amendment. The resolution makes in order only those amendments that are submitted for printing in the Congressional Record dated March 19, 2012, or pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate. 3:27:09 P.M. - H.R. 2087 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 587. H.R. 2087 — "To remove restrictions from a parcel of land situated in the Atlantic District, Accomack County, Virginia." 3:27:00 P.M. - H. Res. 590 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:26:56 P.M. - H. Res. 590 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 3:26:24 P.M. - H. Res. 590 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 590 — "Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives." 3:25:24 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Marcia L. Fudge. Ms. Fudge submitted her resignation from the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The resignation was accepted without objection. 3:25:24 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable John P. Sarbanes. Mr. Sarbanes submitted his resignation from the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology and Natural Resources. The resignation was accepted without objection. 3:25:09 P.M. - H.R. 665 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:25:09 P.M. - H.R. 665 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 0 (Roll no. 114). 3:17:10 P.M. - H.R. 665 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 665 — "To establish a pilot program for the expedited disposal of Federal real property." 3:16:45 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:16:15 P.M. - H. Res. 587 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:16:14 P.M. - H. Res. 587 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 170 (Roll no. 113). 2:48:53 P.M. - H. Res. 587 The previous question was ordered without objection. 2:30:51 P.M. - H. Res. 587 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 587. 2:30:45 P.M. - H. Res. 587 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 587 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2087) to remove restrictions from a parcel of land situated in the Atlantic District, Accomack County, Virginia." 2:30:30 P.M. - H. Res. 587 On consideration of the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 172 (Roll no. 112). 1:50:50 P.M. - H. Res. 587 POINT OF ORDER AGAINST CONSIDERATION - Mr. Grijalva stated that the provisions of H. Res. 587 violate clause 9(b) of rule XXI of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives and made a point of order against the consideration of the resolution. 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. At the conclusion of debate on the question of consideration, the Chair will put the question to wit: Will the House now consider the resolution? 1:47:49 P.M. - H. Res. 587 By direction of the Committee on Rules, Mr. Bishop (UT) called up the resolution H. Res. 587, and asked for its immediate consideration. 1:47:47 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 12:34:15 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 12:33:40 P.M. - H.R. 665 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. 12:25:05 P.M. - H.R. 665 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 665. 12:25:03 P.M. - H.R. 665 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:24:48 P.M. - H.R. 665 Mr. Chaffetz moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 665 — "To establish a pilot program for the expedited disposal of Federal real property." 12:24:28 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 12:03:49 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. 12:03:32 P.M. - ADJUSTED WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE - Under clause 5(d) of rule XX, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the resignation of the gentleman from Washington, Mr. Inslee, the whole number of the House is 432. 12:02:44 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. 12:02:36 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:30 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Andrew Walton, Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church, Washington, DC. 12:00:10 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 20. 10:44:59 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:01:01 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. 10:00:24 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Scott Tipton 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 MARCH 21, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:51 EDT Yes 9:42:17 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 22, 2012. 9:42:16 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:42:02 P.M. - Mr. Gingrey (GA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 8:45:29 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 8:44:59 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 8:44:07 P.M. - H.R. 5 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 5 as unfinished business. 8:43:57 P.M. - H.R. 5 On motion to rise Agreed to by voice vote. 8:43:44 P.M. - H.R. 5 Mr. Smith (TX) moved that the Committee rise. 3:06:46 P.M. - H.R. 5 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with six hours of general debate on H.R. 5. 3:06:20 P.M. - H.R. 5 The Speaker designated the Honorable Lynn A. Westmoreland to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:06:20 P.M. - H.R. 5 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 591 and Rule XVIII. 3:05:26 P.M. - H.R. 5 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5 with 6 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The resolution provides that an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 112-18 shall be considered as adopted and the bill, as amended, shall be considered as original text for the purpose of amendment. The resolution waives all points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended. 3:05:21 P.M. - H.R. 5 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 591. H.R. 5 — "To improve patient access to health care services and provide improved medical care by reducing the excessive burden the liability system places on the health care delivery system." 3:03:50 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 308 - 101, 3 Present (Roll no. 121). 2:57:22 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the vote on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal which had been postponed from earlier in the day. 2:57:21 P.M. - H.R. 886 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:57:20 P.M. - H.R. 886 On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 2, 2 Present (Roll no. 120). 2:49:59 P.M. - H. Res. 591 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:49:58 P.M. - H. Res. 591 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 182, 1 Present (Roll no. 119). 2:41:03 P.M. - H. Res. 591 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 179, 1 Present (Roll no. 118). 2:16:33 P.M. - H. Res. 591 Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 591 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to improve patient access to health care services and provide improved medical care by reducing the excessive burden the liability system places on the health care delivery system." 2:16:20 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on ordering the previous question to H. Res. 591 and on a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:15:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 21. 1:48:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 1:48:02 P.M. - H. Res. 591 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 591, the Chair put the question on ordering the previoius question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (FL) demanded the yeas and nays, and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day. 12:49:06 P.M. - H. Res. 591 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 591. 12:49:00 P.M. - H. Res. 591 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 591 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to improve patient access to health care services and provide improved medical care by reducing the excessive burden the liability system places on the health care delivery system." 12:48:16 P.M. - H.R. 886 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 12:41:35 P.M. - H.R. 886 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the motion to suspend the rules and concur in the Senate amendment to H.R. 886. 12:41:00 P.M. - H.R. 886 Mr. Stivers moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment. 12:40:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:39:52 P.M. - Mr. Nugent asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on March 22. Agreed to without objection. 12:39:24 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 108 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:39:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 108 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:38:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 108 Considered by unanimous consent. H. Con. Res. 108 — "Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust." 12:38:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 108 Mr. Nugent asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 12:02:44 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. 12:02:32 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Slaughter to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:12 P.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Miller (NC) 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. Miller (NC) 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. 12:00:16 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Carl Hickerson, Springfield Baptist Church, Washington, DC. 12:00:09 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 21. 11:21:54 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:43 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. 10:00:14 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Renee L. Ellmers to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:03 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 22, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:48 EDT Yes 3:55:59 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on March 26, 2012. 3:55:58 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:55:47 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 2:14:41 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed with Special Order speeches. 2:13:29 P.M. - COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM - Pursuant to section 201(b) of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (22 U.S.C. 6431 NOTE) as amended, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Robert P. George of Princeton, New Jersey to the Commission on International Religious Freedom . 1:22:50 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:04:30 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 1:04:20 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Thursday, March 22, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 26, 2012 for Morning-Hour debate and 2 p.m. for legislative business. Agreed to without objection. 12:42:08 P.M. - COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE - The Chair recognized Mr. Hoyer for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. Cantor on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week. 12:35:49 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote. 12:35:37 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the vote on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal which had been postponed from earlier in the day. 12:35:06 P.M. - H.R. 5 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:35:05 P.M. - H.R. 5 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 223 - 181, 4 Present (Roll no. 126). 12:27:37 P.M. - H.R. 5 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 180 - 229, 2 Present (Roll no. 125). 12:08:50 P.M. - H.R. 5 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 11:57:13 A.M. - H.R. 5 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Loebsack motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill be reported back to the House with an amendment to prohibit ending the Medicare guarantee, turning Medicare into a voucher program, and increasing costs and reducing benefits for seniors and people with disabilities. 11:56:55 A.M. - H.R. 5 Mr. Loebsack moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means and Energy and Commerce. 11:56:00 A.M. - H.R. 5 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. 11:55:52 A.M. - H.R. 5 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 11:55:19 A.M. - H.R. 5 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 5. 11:55:05 A.M. - H.R. 5 On agreeing to the Stearns amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 251 - 157, 1 Present (Roll no. 124). 11:49:28 A.M. - H.R. 5 On agreeing to the Bonamici amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 228, 1 Present (Roll no. 123). 11:43:30 A.M. - H.R. 5 On agreeing to the Woodall amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 234 - 173, 2 Present (Roll no. 122). 11:16:02 A.M. - H.R. 5 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 that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Stearns demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 11:04:56 A.M. - H.R. 5 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 591, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Stearns amendment. 11:04:35 A.M. - H.R. 5 An amendment, offered by Mr. Stearns, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-416 to grant limited civil liability protection to health professionals that volunteer at federally declared disaster sites. 11:04:14 A.M. - H.R. 5 On agreeing to the Gosar amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:54:25 A.M. - H.R. 5 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 591, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Gosar amendment. 10:54:05 A.M. - H.R. 5 An amendment, offered by Mr. Gosar, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-416 to restore the application of antitrust laws to the business of health insurance by amending the McCarran-Ferguson Act. 10:53:45 A.M. - H.R. 5 On agreeing to the Dent amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 10:43:12 A.M. - H.R. 5 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 591, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Dent amendment. 10:42:53 A.M. - H.R. 5 An amendment, offered by Mr. Dent, numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-416 to address the crisis in access to emergency care by extending liability coverage to on-call and emergency room physicians under the Public Health Service Act. 10:42:26 A.M. - H.R. 5 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Bonamici amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Bonamici demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 10:29:25 A.M. - H.R. 5 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 591, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bonamici amendment. 10:29:01 A.M. - H.R. 5 An amendment, offered by Ms. Bonamici, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-416 to delay the date of enactment until the Secretary of Health and Human Services submits to Congress a report on the potential effect of this title on health care premiums. 10:28:45 A.M. - H.R. 5 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Woodall amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Conyers demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 10:19:56 A.M. - H.R. 5 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 591, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Woodall amendment. 10:19:40 A.M. - H.R. 5 An amendment, offered by Mr. Woodall, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-416 to strike the findings in Title I. 10:17:56 A.M. - H.R. 5 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 10:17:10 A.M. - H.R. 5 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 5 — "To improve patient access to health care services and provide improved medical care by reducing the excessive burden the liability system places on the health care delivery system." 10:04:27 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. Dold to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 10:03:41 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 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. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 10:01:24 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 10:00:58 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 26, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:46 EDT Yes 8:45:05 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 27, 2012. 8:45:02 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:45:00 P.M. - Mr. Reed moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:18:51 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:10:35 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:09:42 P.M. - Mr. Webster filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 595. 7:09:34 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by recorded vote: 310 - 80, 4 Present (Roll no. 129). 7:02:28 P.M. - H.R. 2682 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:27 P.M. - H.R. 2682 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 370 - 24 (Roll no. 128). 6:55:21 P.M. - H.R. 2682 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2682 — "To provide end user exemptions from certain provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and for other purposes." 6:55:08 P.M. - H.R. 2779 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:55:07 P.M. - H.R. 2779 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 357 - 36 (Roll no. 127). 6:30:32 P.M. - H.R. 2779 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2779 — "To exempt inter-affiliate swaps from certain regulatory requirements put in place by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act." 6:30:31 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of motions to suspend the rules, and on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal, all of 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 March 26. 4:00:29 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 3:59:59 P.M. - H.R. 4014 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:59:57 P.M. - H.R. 4014 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 3:50:44 P.M. - H.R. 4014 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4014. 3:50:42 P.M. - H.R. 4014 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:50:29 P.M. - H.R. 4014 Mrs. Biggert moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4014 — "To amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act with respect to information provided to the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection." 3:50:16 P.M. - H.R. 3298 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mrs. Biggert objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 3:40:53 P.M. - H.R. 3298 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3298. 3:40:51 P.M. - H.R. 3298 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:40:27 P.M. - H.R. 3298 Mrs. Biggert moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3298 — "To establish the position of Special Assistant for Veterans Affairs in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes." 3:39:41 P.M. - H.R. 2682 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:20:30 P.M. - H.R. 2682 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2682. 3:20:29 P.M. - H.R. 2682 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:20:15 P.M. - H.R. 2682 Mr. Garrett moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2682 — "To provide end user exemptions from certain provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and for other purposes." 3:20:04 P.M. - H.R. 2779 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 3:01:59 P.M. - H.R. 2779 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2779. 3:01:57 P.M. - H.R. 2779 Considered under suspension of the rules. 3:01:38 P.M. - H.R. 2779 Mr. Garrett moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2779 — "To exempt inter-affiliate swaps from certain regulatory requirements put in place by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act." 3:01:24 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 3:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 26. 2:15:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 3:00 P.M. today. 2:13:18 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification to add the Republic of South Sudan to the list of beneficiary developing countries under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program - referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-95). 2:11:44 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification of his intention to suspend designation of Argentina as a beneficiary developing country under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program - referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-94). 2:03:34 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:42 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Sablan to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:00 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. Sablan 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. Sablan 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. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 2:00:23 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:11 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 26. 12:08:45 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:01:17 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. 12:00:35 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:16 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 27, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:43 EDT Yes 8:18:59 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 28, 2012. 8:18:58 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:18:45 P.M. - Mr. Schweikert moved that the House do now adjourn. 6:45:05 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 6:38:34 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 6:36:10 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 597. 6:35:54 P.M. - H.R. 3309 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:35:53 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 247 - 174 (Roll no. 138). 6:29:56 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 184 - 236 (Roll no. 137). 6:12:59 P.M. - H.R. 3309 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 6:03:49 P.M. - H.R. 3309 Floor summary: DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perlmutter motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the same back to the House forthwith with an amendment to prohibit the underlying bill from limiting the ability of the FCC to adopt a rule or amend an existing rule to protect online privacy including requirements that prohibit licensees or regulated entities from mandating that job applicants or employees disclose confidential passwords to social networking sites. 6:03:25 P.M. - H.R. 3309 Mr. Perlmutter moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce. 6:02:30 P.M. - H.R. 3309 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. 6:02:10 P.M. - H.R. 3309 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 6:01:22 P.M. - H.R. 3309 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3309. 6:01:14 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Owens amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 194 - 222 (Roll no. 136). 5:57:04 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Eshoo amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 238 (Roll no. 135). 5:52:39 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Crowley amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 196 - 219 (Roll no. 134). 5:24:24 P.M. - H.R. 3309 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. 5:23:12 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Eshoo amendment; as modified Agreed to by voice vote. 5:22:59 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Eshoo amendment No. 10, as modified. 5:22:17 P.M. - H.R. 3309 Eshoo amendment; modified by unanimous consent. Amendment inserts a new section regarding communications of first responders. 5:21:45 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Ms. Eshoo, numbered 10 printed in House Report 112-422 to express that nothing in this Act shall impede the FCC from providing efficient and effective communication systems for state and local first responders. 5:17:57 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Speier amendment; Failed by voice vote. 5:10:56 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Speier amendment No. 9. 5:10:52 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Ms. Speier, numbered 9 printed in House Report 112-422 to prevent this Act from taking effect until the FCC provides a report on the impact of the changes of this Act on the FCC's mandate to promote competition and innovation. 5:10:33 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Green, Al amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 5:09:37 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Green, Al (TX) amendment No. 8. 5:09:34 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Mr. Green, Al, numbered 8 printed in House Report 112-422 to clarify that the Act would not impede the FCC's ability to provide in times of an emergency, for effective and efficient communication systems to alert the public of dangerous weather conditions. 5:08:27 P.M. - H.R. 3309 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Owens amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Owens demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 5:02:03 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Owens amendment No. 7. 5:01:59 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Mr. Owens, numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-422 to express that nothing in this Act shall impede the FCC from implementing rules to ensure broadband access in rural areas. 5:01:48 P.M. - H.R. 3309 On agreeing to the Walden amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:58:26 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Walden amendment No. 6. 4:58:23 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Mr. Walden, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-422 to make the FCC's handling of FOIA requests more open and transparent. 4:57:32 P.M. - H.R. 3309 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Eshoo amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Eshoo demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:47:43 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Eshoo amendment No. 5. 4:47:19 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Ms. Eshoo, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-422 to require entities sponsoring political programming to disclose the identity of any donor that has contributed $10,000 or more to such entity in an election reporting cycle. 4:44:47 P.M. - H.R. 3309 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Crowley amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Crowley demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:39:33 P.M. - H.R. 3309 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 595, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Crowley amendment No. 1. 4:39:30 P.M. - H.R. 3309 An amendment, offered by Mr. Crowley, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-422 to require, in the event that the FCC creates or amends a rule relating to baby monitors, the FCC to require the packaging of a new baby monitor to display a warning label so that families are informed that video and sounds captured by an analog baby monitor may be easily viewed or heard by potential intruders outside a consumer's home. 3:32:41 P.M. - H.R. 3309 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3309. 3:32:12 P.M. - H.R. 3309 The Speaker designated the Honorable Adam Kinzinger to act as Chairman of the Committee. 3:32:09 P.M. - H.R. 3309 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 595 and Rule XVIII. 3:29:50 P.M. - H.R. 3309 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3309 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. The resolution waives all points of order against the bill. The resolution waives all points of order against amendment printed in the report. 3:29:45 P.M. - H.R. 3309 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 595. H.R. 3309 — "To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for greater transparency and efficiency in the procedures followed by the Federal Communications Commission." 3:29:11 P.M. - H.R. 4239 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 2:35:39 P.M. - H.R. 4239 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4239. 2:35:37 P.M. - H.R. 4239 Considered under suspension of the rules. 2:35:24 P.M. - H.R. 4239 Mr. Mica moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4239 — "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." 2:32:17 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 2:26:25 P.M. - POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE - Mrs. Maloney rose to a point of personal privilege. The Chair announced that it had been made aware of a basis for the point of personal privilege and recognized Mrs. Maloney to proceed for up to one hour on her point of personal privilege. 2:24:44 P.M. - H.R. 3298 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:24:43 P.M. - H.R. 3298 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 414 - 5 (Roll no. 133). 2:16:30 P.M. - H.R. 3298 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3298 — "To establish the position of Special Assistant for Veterans Affairs in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes." 2:16:06 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:16:05 P.M. - H.R. 3606 On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 41 (Roll no. 132). 2:09:13 P.M. - H. Res. 595 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:09:10 P.M. - H. Res. 595 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 242 - 177 (Roll no. 131). 2:01:14 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 Afghanistan and their families, and all who serve in our armed forces and their families. 2:00:21 P.M. - H. Res. 595 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 182 (Roll no. 130). 1:10:19 P.M. - H. Res. 595 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 595. 1:07:37 P.M. - H. Res. 595 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 595 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3309) to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for greater transparency and efficiency in the procedures followed by the Federal Communications Commission." 1:07:05 P.M. - H. Res. 596 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:07:00 P.M. - H. Res. 596 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 1:06:33 P.M. - H. Res. 596 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 596 — "Requesting return of official papers on H.R. 5." 1:05:44 P.M. - H.R. 3606 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. 12:29:18 P.M. - H.R. 3606 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the Senate amendment to H.R. 3606. 12:29:00 P.M. - H.R. 3606 Mr. Bachus moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment. 12:28:27 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 12:27:37 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 27, 2012 at 9:15 a.m. stating that that body had agreed to H. Con. Res. 108 without amendment and had made appointments to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. 12:02:28 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. 12:02:04 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. McHenry to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:01:56 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:38 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:32 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 27. 11:59:00 A.M. - H.R. 5 House requested return of papers pursuant to H. Res. 596. 10:54:17 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:48:29 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House resumed with Morning-Hour Debate. 10:47:33 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 3606 with an amendment. The Senate also agreed to the House amendment to S. 2038. The Senate made appointments to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. 10:01:07 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. 10:00:19 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Erik Paulsen to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:08 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 28, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:41 EDT Yes 10:29:54 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on March 29, 2012. 10:29:53 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 10:29:45 P.M. - Mr. Yoder moved that the House do now adjourn. 10:28:23 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 112 as unfinished business. 10:28:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 10:27:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Mr. McClintock moved that the Committee rise. 10:27:11 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Honda (CA) substitute amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Honda (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. 9:49:16 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Honda amendment in the nature of a substitute. 9:49:04 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Honda, numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-423 consisting of the Congressional Progressive Caucus alternative to provide for deficit reduction and job creation that protects the social safety net. 9:47:52 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 9:47:40 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 112 — "Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022." 9:46:46 P.M. - Mr. Webster filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 600. 9:46:10 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 112 as unfinished business. 9:45:57 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 9:45:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Mr. Ryan (WI) moved that the Committee rise. 9:45:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the Cooper amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 38 - 382, 2 Present (Roll no. 145). 9:38:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the Cleaver amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 107 - 314 (Roll no. 144). 9:31:00 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the Mulvaney amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 0 - 414 (Roll no. 143). 9:07:11 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 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. 9:06:53 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Cooper (TN) substitute amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Cooper (TN) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:39:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Cooper (TN) amendment in the nature of a substitute. 8:39:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Cooper, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-423 to utilize Simpson-Bowles recommendations for establishment of the budget for FY 2013 and to set forth the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 2014 through FY 2022. 8:38:39 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Cleaver (MO) substitute amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Cleaver (MO) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced. 8:05:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Cleaver (MO) amendment in the nature of a substitute. 8:05:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Cleaver, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-423 to make investments in education, job training, transportation and infrastructure, that will accelerate the economic recovery and would protect the social safety net without cutting Social Security, Medicaid or Medicare and close certain corporate tax loopholes and preferences, saving trillions of dollars on the deficit over the next decade. 8:04:45 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Mulvaney (SC) substitute amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Mulvaney (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. 7:42:17 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Mulvaney amendment in the nature of a substitute. 7:42:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Mulvaney, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-423 to strike the text of the bill and insert President Obama's budget proposal as scored by CBO. 2:55:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with four hours of general debate on H. Con. Res. 112. 2:55:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 The Speaker designated the Honorable John Kline to act as Chairman of the Committee. 2:55:28 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 597 and Rule XVIII. 2:55:14 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Rule provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 112 with 4 hours of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. The first reading of the concurrent resolution shall be dispensed with. All points of order against consideration of the concurrent resolution are waived. No amendment shall be in order except those printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. Each amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may be offered only by a Member designated in the report, shall be considered as read, and shall be debatable for the time specified in the report equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent. All points of order against such amendments are waived except that the adoption of an amendment in the nature of a substitute shall constitute the conclusion of consideration of the concurrent resolution for amendment. It shall be in order at any time on the ... 2:55:09 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 597. H. Con. Res. 112 — "Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022." 2:54:34 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 300 - 111, 4 Present (Roll no. 142). 2:47:37 P.M. - H.R. 1339 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. 2:47:31 P.M. - H.R. 1339 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:47:30 P.M. - H.R. 1339 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 6, 4 Present (Roll no. 141). 2:40:25 P.M. - H.R. 1339 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1339 — "To amend title 32, United States Code, the body of laws of the United States dealing with the National Guard, to recognize the City of Salem, Massachusetts, as the Birthplace of the National Guard of the United States." 2:40:08 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of a motion to suspend the rules, and on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal, both of which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 2:39:57 P.M. - H. Res. 597 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:39:56 P.M. - H. Res. 597 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 184 (Roll no. 140). 2:24:38 P.M. - H. Res. 597 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 183 (Roll no. 139). 12:56:00 P.M. - H. Res. 597 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 597. 12:52:54 P.M. - H. Res. 597 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 597 — "Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 112) establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022, and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules." 12:52:16 P.M. - The House received a communication from Karen L. Haas, Clerk of the House. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Haas notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the Superior Court for the State of California, North Valley District in connection with a civil case and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that because the subpoena was not "material and relevant", compliance with the subpoena was inconsistent with the privileges and precedents of the House. 12:51:42 P.M. - H.R. 1339 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. 12:42:16 P.M. - H.R. 1339 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1339. 12:42:14 P.M. - H.R. 1339 Considered under suspension of the rules. 12:42:00 P.M. - H.R. 1339 Mr. Platts moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1339 — "To amend title 32, United States Code, the body of laws of the United States dealing with the National Guard, to recognize the City of Salem, Massachusetts, as the Birthplace of the National Guard of the United States." 12:41:40 P.M. - Mr. Platts asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on March 29. Agreed to without objection. 12:40:44 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day. 12:05:12 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. 12:03:16 P.M. - The Chair recognized Mr. Aderholt for one minute for the purpose of introducing the guest Chaplain. 12:03:04 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Reyes to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:49 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. Cohen 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. Cohen 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. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. 12:00:43 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dennis Culbreth, First Baptist Church, Jasper, Alabama. 12:00:34 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 28. 10:41:25 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:21:24 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded resumed with Morning-Hour Debate. 10:21:23 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to return the papers on H.R. 5. 10:00:52 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. 10:00:29 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Gregg Harper to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:12 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 29, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:38 EDT Yes 4:38:28 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on March 30, 2012. 4:38:27 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:38:17 P.M. - Mr. Ellison moved that the House do now adjourn. 3:41:47 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 3:28:46 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 3:27:45 P.M. - Public Interest Declassification Board - Pursuant to section 703(c) of the Public Interest Declassification Act of 2000 (50 U.S.C., 435 note), the Minority Leader re-apppointed Mr. David E. Skaggs of Longmont, Colorado . 3:27:30 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, April 13, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 16, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 3:27:00 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 13, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 3:26:34 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, April 6, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 3:26:33 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 6, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 3:26:31 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, March 30, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 3:26:30 P.M. - Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 11:00 a.m. on March 30. Agreed to without objection. 3:26:02 P.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 4281. 3:25:46 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:25:46 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 191 (Roll no. 151). 3:05:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 3:04:08 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H. Con. Res. 112. 2:37:31 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 GENERAL DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with an additional 20 minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 112. 2:36:03 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the Van Hollen amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 163 - 262 (Roll no. 150). 1:30:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Van Hollen amendment in the nature of a substitute. 1:30:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Van Hollen, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-423 to emphasize job creation, protecting Medicare beneficiaries, and ending additional tax breaks for special interests and the wealthiest Americans by including a number of job-creation initiatives, preserving the Medicare guarantee, and extending tax relief for the middle-class. The amendment also sets discretionary spending at the Budget Control Act levels and using alternative savings to replace that law's future sequesters. 1:29:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 1:29:07 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 112 — "Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022." 1:29:00 P.M. - H.R. 4239 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by voice vote. 1:28:02 P.M. - H.R. 4239 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4239 — "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." 1:27:03 P.M. - H.R. 4239 VACATING ORDERED ROLL CALL VOTE - Mr. Mica asked unanimous consent that the ordering of the yeas and nays on the motion that the House suspend the rules and pass H.R. 4239, as amended, be vacated to the end that the Chair put the question de novo. Agreed to without objection. 1:26:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H. Con. Res. 112 as unfinished business. 1:26:49 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 1:26:23 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Mr. Ryan (WI) moved that the Committee rise. 1:26:06 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the Garrett amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 136 - 285, 3 Present (Roll no. 149). 12:13:20 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 597, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on the Garrett amendment in the nature of a substitute. 12:13:01 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 An amendment, in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Garrett, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-423 to make reforms to several federal programs, freeze spending at $931 billion until the federal budget is balanced, and balance the budget by 2017. 12:12:33 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 On agreeing to the Honda amendment Failed by recorded vote: 78 - 346 (Roll no. 148). 11:55:56 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on adoption of the Honda amendment in the nature of a substitute, which had been debated on earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:54:58 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 11:54:41 A.M. - H. Con. Res. 112 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 112 — "Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2013 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2014 through 2022." 11:54:12 A.M. - H.R. 4281 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:54:11 A.M. - H.R. 4281 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 266 - 158 (Roll no. 147). 11:25:52 A.M. - H.R. 4281 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:30:38 A.M. - H.R. 4281 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4281. 10:28:43 A.M. - H.R. 4281 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4281 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 waives clause 6(a) of rule XIII requiring a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House. 10:28:38 A.M. - H.R. 4281 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 600. H.R. 4281 — "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." 10:28:16 A.M. - H. Res. 600 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:27:51 A.M. - H. Res. 600 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 10:27:49 A.M. - H. Res. 600 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 178 (Roll no. 146). 9:14:46 A.M. - H. Res. 600 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 600. 9:13:35 A.M. - H. Res. 600 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 600 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4281) 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, and for other purposes." 9:03:00 A.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 9:02:57 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:01:44 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 9:01:05 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Charles F. Bass to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:58 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 30, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:36 EDT Yes 11:08:36 A.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 38. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on April 16, 2012. 11:08:35 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 11:08:19 A.M. - Mr. Dreier moved that the House do now adjourn. 11:07:01 A.M. - COMMITTEE FILING AUTHORITY - Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent that all committees have until 5 p.m. on Friday, April 13, 2012, to file reports to accompany measures. Agreed to without objection. 11:06:52 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 38 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 11:06:48 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 38 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 11:05:03 A.M. - S. Con. Res. 38 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 38 — "Providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate and an adjournment of the House of Representatives." 11:03:46 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 38 and passed H.R. 2297 with an amendment. 11:03:10 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Dreier to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:03:04 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 11:01:09 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Barry Black, Chaplain, United States Senate, Washington DC. 11:00:38 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:25 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 16, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:34 EDT Yes 8:18:36 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 17, 2012. 8:18:35 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:18:08 P.M. - Mr. Johnson (OH) moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:12:17 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:06:04 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:05:47 P.M. - Ms. Foxx filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 614. 7:02:15 P.M. - Committee to Attend the Funeral of the Late Honorable Donald M. Payne - Pursuant to H. Res. 571, and the order of the House of March 6, 2012, the Speaker on March 14, 2012, appointed the following members of the House to the Committee to Attend the Funeral of the Late Honorable Donald M. Payne: Mr. Smith of NJ, Mr. Clyburn, Mr. Pallone, Mr. Andrews, Mr. Frelinghuysen, Mr. LoBiondo, Mr. Pascrell, Mr. Rothman of NJ, Mr. Holt, Mr. Garrett, Mr. Sires, Mr. Lance, Mr. Runyan, Ms. Kaptur, Mr. Levin, Mr. Towns, Ms. Waters, Ms. Brown of FL, Mr. Rush, Mr. Scott of VA, Mr. Watt, Ms. Woolsey, Ms. Jackson Lee, Mr. Jackson, Mr. Clay, Mr. Butterfield, Mr. Cleaver, Mr. Green, AL of TX, Ms. Moore, Ms. Clarke of NY, Mr. Johnson of GA, Ms. Edwards, Ms. Fudge, Ms. Bass of CA, Ms. Sewell, Ms. Norton and Mrs. Christensen. 7:00:59 P.M. - H.R. 4040 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:00:58 P.M. - H.R. 4040 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 4, 1 Present (Roll no. 153). 6:53:56 P.M. - H.R. 4040 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4040 — "To provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Jack Nicklaus in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf." 6:53:55 P.M. - H.R. 3001 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:53:54 P.M. - H.R. 3001 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 0 (Roll no. 152). 6:31:33 P.M. - H.R. 3001 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3001 — "To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Raoul Wallenberg, in recognition of his achievements and heroic actions during the Holocaust." 6:30:35 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. 6:30:29 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 16. 5:10:59 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:10:26 P.M. - H.R. 2453 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. 4:58:29 P.M. - H.R. 2453 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2453. 4:58:27 P.M. - H.R. 2453 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:58:18 P.M. - H.R. 2453 Mr. Luetkemeyer moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2453 — "To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of Mark Twain." 4:57:50 P.M. - H.R. 4040 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. 4:38:16 P.M. - H.R. 4040 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4040. 4:38:14 P.M. - H.R. 4040 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:38:03 P.M. - H.R. 4040 Mr. Luetkemeyer moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4040 — "To provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Jack Nicklaus in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf." 4:37:37 P.M. - H.R. 1815 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:19:46 P.M. - H.R. 1815 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1815. 4:19:45 P.M. - H.R. 1815 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:19:00 P.M. - H.R. 1815 Mr. Luetkemeyer moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 1815 — "To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lena Horne in recognition of her achievements and contributions to American culture and the civil rights movement." 4:18:37 P.M. - H.R. 3001 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:01:53 P.M. - H.R. 3001 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3001. 4:01:51 P.M. - H.R. 3001 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:20 P.M. - H.R. 3001 Mr. Luetkemeyer moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 3001 — "To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Raoul Wallenberg, in recognition of his achievements and heroic actions during the Holocaust." 4:00:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:00:50 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 16. 2:10:06 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 P.M. today. 2:02:32 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:09 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Kinzinger of IL to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:05 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:00:39 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:29 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Andy Harris to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:16 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 17, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:31 EDT Yes 9:53:55 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 18, 2012. 9:53:54 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:53:45 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:21:32 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:14:53 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:14:21 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:14:19 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 274 - 146 (Roll no. 164). 7:05:11 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 261 (Roll no. 163). 6:47:40 P.M. - H.R. 4089 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered pursuant to the rule. 6:38:34 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tierney motion to recommit with instructions, pending reservation of a point of order. The instructions contained in the motion seek to report the same back to the House forthwith with an amendment to authorize funds for the Commodities Futures Trading Commission to effectively enforce oversight of the oil market to combat speculation, and market manipulation. It would also prohibit Members from engaging in hunting or fishing trips on Federal land paid for by registered lobbyists. Subsequently, the reservation of a point of order was removed. 6:38:13 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Mr. Tierney moved to recommit with instructions to Natural Resources. 6:38:11 P.M. - H.R. 4089 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. 6:37:11 P.M. - H.R. 4089 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 6:37:10 P.M. - H.R. 4089 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 4089. 6:37:04 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Foxx amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 223 - 198 (Roll no. 162). 6:31:32 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Heinrich amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 244 (Roll no. 161). 6:27:18 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Peters amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 155 - 262 (Roll no. 160). 6:23:52 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Grijalva amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 138 - 279 (Roll no. 159). 6:19:46 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Holt amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 152 - 260 (Roll no. 158). 5:55:25 P.M. - H.R. 4089 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. 5:54:50 P.M. - H.R. 4089 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 5:54:37 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4089 — "To protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing and shooting." 5:53:25 P.M. - Ms. Foxx filed reports from the Committee on Rules, H. Res. 619 and H. Res. 620. 5:53:19 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 17. 5:10:57 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair. 5:10:40 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 4089 as unfinished business. 5:10:29 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 5:10:10 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Mr. Hastings (WA) moved that the Committee rise. 5:09:47 P.M. - H.R. 4089 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Foxx amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:58:28 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Foxx amendment No. 8. 4:58:24 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Ms. Foxx, numbered 8 printed in House Report 112-444 to require Presidential monument designations provided for under the Antiquities Act to be approved by the state legislatures and governors where the proposed monument is located. 4:57:59 P.M. - H.R. 4089 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Heinrich amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Heinrich demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:46:51 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Heinrich amendment No. 7. 4:46:49 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Heinrich, numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-444 to preserve hunting, fishing and recreational shooting in wilderness areas by specifying that the underlying bill will not allow development and motorized recreation in wilderness. 4:46:36 P.M. - H.R. 4089 By unanimous consent, the Bishop (NY) amendment was withdrawn. 4:43:07 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Bishop (NY) amendment No. 6. 4:43:05 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Bishop (NY), numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-444 to allow for recreational fishing of Atlantic Striped Bass in the Block Island Sound transit zone. 4:42:38 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Fleming amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:33:54 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fleming amendment No. 5. 4:33:52 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Fleming, numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-444 to prohibit the Forest Service from banning hunters with dogs during deer season on Kisatchie National Forest. 4:32:29 P.M. - H.R. 4089 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Peters amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Peters demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:21:59 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Peters amendment No. 4. 4:21:55 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Peters, numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-444 to strike a provision in the underlying bill allowing the importation of endangered polar bear trophies from Canada by hunters who killed the bears despite warnings that importation of the bears would likely be illegal. 4:20:36 P.M. - H.R. 4089 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Grijalva amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Grijalva demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:12:29 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Grijalva amendment No. 3. 4:12:27 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Grijalva, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-444 to make the new restrictions on managing hunting, fishing and recreational shooting effective only if the amount of land available for those purposes falls below 75% of all federal public lands. 4:12:10 P.M. - H.R. 4089 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 that 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 later in the legislative day. 4:02:47 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Holt amendment No. 2. 4:02:44 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Holt, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-444 to make a technical correction to clarify that all units of the National Park System, not just National Parks and National Monuments, are exempt from Title I. National Park System units currently open for hunting or recreational shooting would not be affected. 4:02:17 P.M. - H.R. 4089 On agreeing to the Hastings (WA) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:00:30 P.M. - H.R. 4089 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 614, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hastings (WA) amendment No. 1. 4:00:22 P.M. - H.R. 4089 An amendment, offered by Mr. Hastings (WA), numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-444 to add shooting ranges to the list of valid uses of public land and clarifies the term "wilderness areas" by adding "including Wilderness Areas, Wilderness Study Areas, or lands administratively classified as wilderness eligible or suitable and primitive or semi-primitive areas." Amendment states that the protection given to hunting in wilderness areas is not intended to permit motorized recreation or mineral extraction and reduces the reporting requirements. Amendment addresses technical conflicts between Title I and Title II over certain Bureau of Land Management land and would make several technical changes. 3:16:20 P.M. - H.R. 4089 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 4089. 3:14:33 P.M. - H.R. 4089 The Speaker designated the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 3:14:30 P.M. - H.R. 4089 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 614 and Rule XVIII. 3:13:44 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4089 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 Natural Resources 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 Rules Committee Print 112-19. Pending the adoption of a concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2013, the provisions of H. Con. Res. 112, as adopted by the House, shall have force and effect in the House as though Congress has adopted such concurrent resolution with modifications specified in this resolution. 3:13:39 P.M. - H.R. 4089 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 614. H.R. 4089 — "To protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing and shooting." 3:13:20 P.M. - H.R. 1815 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:13:19 P.M. - H.R. 1815 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 2 (Roll no. 157). 3:06:53 P.M. - H.R. 1815 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1815 — "To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lena Horne in recognition of her achievements and contributions to American culture and the civil rights movement." 3:06:41 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:06:21 P.M. - H. Res. 614 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 3:06:20 P.M. - H. Res. 614 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 184 (Roll no. 156). 2:56:38 P.M. - H. Res. 614 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 179 (Roll no. 155). 1:19:00 P.M. - H. Res. 614 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 614. 1:18:59 P.M. - H. Res. 614 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 614 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4089) to protect and enhance opportunities for recreational hunting, fishing and shooting, and for other purposes." 1:18:34 P.M. - H. Res. 614 On question of consideration of the Resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 175 (Roll no. 154). 12:33:00 P.M. - H. Res. 614 POINT OF ORDER AGAINST CONSIDERATION - Ms. Moore stated that the provisions of H. Res. 614 violates section 426(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 and made a point of order against the consideration of the resolution. 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. At the conclusion of debate on the question of consideration, the Chair will put the question to wit: Will the House now consider the resolution? 12:29:10 P.M. - H. Res. 614 By direction of the Committee on Rules, Mr. Bishop (UT) called up the resolution H. Res. 614, and asked for its immediate consideration. 12:02:37 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. 12:02:09 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Hahn to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:02:06 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:00:47 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:42 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 17. 11:12:43 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:57 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. 10:00:39 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:24 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 18, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:29 EDT Yes 6:55:44 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on April 19, 2012. 6:55:43 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 6:55:33 P.M. - Mr. Courtney moved that the House do now adjourn. 5:17:38 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:08:44 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 5:08:16 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable James P. McGovern, Member of Congress. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. McGovern notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for testimony issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Industrial Accidents and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that because the subpoena is not "material and relevant", compliance with the subpoena is inconsistent with the privileges and precedents of the House. 5:07:34 P.M. - Mr. Gibson asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on April 19. Agreed to without objection. 5:07:07 P.M. - H.R. 2453 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:07:06 P.M. - H.R. 2453 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 4, 2 Present (Roll no. 171). 4:59:41 P.M. - H.R. 2453 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2453 — "To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of Mark Twain." 4:59:37 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:59:37 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 293 - 127 (Roll no. 170). 4:49:23 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 176 - 242 (Roll no. 169). 4:32:11 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 4:22:08 P.M. - H.R. 4348 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Polis 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 use of Highway Trust Fund revenues from being used for the construction of highways in foreign countries, and rescinds over $12 million in funds available for a road in Canada. It would also eliminate a $3.7 billion corridor earmark under the Appalachian Development Highway System program. 4:21:47 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Mr. Polis moved to recommit with instructions to Transportation. 4:20:59 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 4:20:47 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 4:20:04 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 4348. 4:19:58 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On agreeing to the Ribble amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 255 - 165 (Roll no. 168). 3:51:00 P.M. - H.R. 4348 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of adoption of the Ribble amendment which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 3:50:43 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On agreeing to the McKinley amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:37:50 P.M. - H.R. 4348 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 619, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McKinley amendment. 3:37:48 P.M. - H.R. 4348 An amendment, offered by Mr. McKinley, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-446 to insert the text of H.R. 2273, Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act. Would leave regulation and enforcement of coal combustion residuals to the states, and utilize the existing framework and requirements of federal regulatory programs for those states to follow. 3:37:03 P.M. - H.R. 4348 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Ribble 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 later in the legislative day. 3:25:06 P.M. - H.R. 4348 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 619, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Ribble amendment. 3:25:04 P.M. - H.R. 4348 An amendment, offered by Mr. Ribble, numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-446 to add to the bill the environmental streamlining provisions from Title III of the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act (H.R. 7). 3:24:37 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On agreeing to the Boustany amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:07:58 P.M. - H.R. 4348 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 619, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Boustany amendment. 3:07:56 P.M. - H.R. 4348 An amendment, offered by Mr. Boustany, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-446 to include a guarantee that requires that the total amount available for spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HMTF) each fiscal year be equal to the Trust Fund receipts as estimated by the President's budget for that year. 1:55:12 P.M. - H.R. 4348 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 4348. 1:55:01 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The Speaker designated the Honorable Lynn A. Westmoreland to act as Chairman of the Committee. 1:55:00 P.M. - H.R. 4348 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 619 and Rule XVIII. 1:54:46 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4348 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. The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill, and provisions in the bill. The resolution waives all points of order against the amendments printed in the report. 1:54:41 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 619. H.R. 4348 — "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, and for other purposes." 1:54:26 P.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 295 - 118, 2 Present (Roll no. 167). 1:48:00 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the question of agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal on which the yeas and nays had been demanded and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 1:47:44 P.M. - H. Res. 619 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:47:43 P.M. - H. Res. 619 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 246 - 177 (Roll no. 166). 1:40:25 P.M. - H. Res. 619 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 180 (Roll no. 165). 12:28:21 P.M. - H. Res. 619 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 619. 12:26:21 P.M. - H. Res. 619 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 619 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4348) 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, and for other purposes." 12:04:18 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. 12:04:10 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Lankford to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:03:07 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. Wilson (SC) 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. Wilson (SC) demanded the yeas and nays 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. 12:02:14 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:11 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 18. 10:46:05 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:00:58 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. 10:00:29 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Daniel Webster to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:13 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 19, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:27 EDT Yes 4:57:37 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on April 23, 2012. 4:57:36 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 4:57:25 P.M. - Mr. Broun (GA) moved that the House do now adjourn. 4:54:06 P.M. - The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification of the 2012 National Drug Control Strategy - referred to the Committees on Armed Services, Education and the Workforce, Energy and Commerce, Financial Services, Foreign Affairs, Homeland Security, Judiciary, Natural Resources, Oversight and Government Reform, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, and Ways and Means and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-98). 2:34:35 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 2:23:46 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 2:23:11 P.M. - Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Thursday, April 19, 2012, it adjourn to meet at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 23, 2012. Agreed to without objection. 1:56:18 P.M. - H.R. 9 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:56:17 P.M. - H.R. 9 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 173, 1 Present (Roll no. 177). 1:46:32 P.M. - H.R. 9 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 179 - 229 (Roll no. 176). 1:31:00 P.M. - H.R. 9 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 1:24:00 P.M. - H.R. 9 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 report the same back to the House forthwith with amendments to prevent the tax deduction from allowing companies to ship jobs overseas. It would also prevent the tax deduction from being used on income from prostitution, pornography, drug trafficking, lobbying, golf courses that discriminate based on sex or race, or by taxpayers who violate Iran sanctions. Further, any Member of Congress taking the deduction would have to disclose the deduction amount and type of business income from which it came. 1:20:01 P.M. - H.R. 9 Mr. Deutch moved to recommit with instructions to Ways and Means. 1:18:51 P.M. - H.R. 9 On agreeing to the Levin amendment; Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 175 - 236 (Roll no. 175). 12:26:01 P.M. - H.R. 9 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 620, as amended, the House proceeded with 25 minutes of debate on the Levin substitute amendment. 12:25:48 P.M. - H.R. 9 Amendment in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Levin. 11:00:40 A.M. - H.R. 9 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 620, as amended, the House proceeded with 70 minutes of debate on H.R. 9. 10:58:53 A.M. - H.R. 9 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 9 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions allowed. Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order. The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. The resolution provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute, now printed in the bill, shall be considered as adopted. The resolutions waives all points of order against provisions of the bill, as amended. The resolution makes in order the amendment in the nature of a substitute, for 20 minutes of debate, which shall not be subject to amendment. 10:58:48 A.M. - H.R. 9 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 620. H.R. 9 — "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a deduction for domestic business income of qualified small businesses." 10:58:14 A.M. - On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 290 - 118, 3 Present (Roll no. 174). 10:51:16 A.M. - H. Res. 620 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:51:16 A.M. - H. Res. 620 On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote: 234 - 178 (Roll no. 173). 10:42:26 A.M. - H. Res. 620 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 179 (Roll no. 172). 9:21:21 A.M. - H. Res. 620 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 620. 9:21:06 A.M. - H. Res. 620 On agreeing to the Sessions amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 9:20:41 A.M. - H. Res. 620 An amendment, offered by Mr. Sessions, to make changes to the debate time for both the resolution and the amendment . 9:14:20 A.M. - H. Res. 620 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 620 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a deduction for domestic business income of qualified small businesses." 9:03:15 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. 9:02:48 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Hochul to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:02:17 A.M. - POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS ON APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that she had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Gene Green(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. Gene Green(TX) demanded the yeas and nays 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. 9:01:06 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Gerald Baker, St. Ann Catholic Church, Morganfield, Kentucky 9:00:38 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Candice S. Miller to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 9:00:25 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 23, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:25 EDT Yes 11:04:18 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on April 24, 2012. 11:03:39 A.M. - The House received a communication from Eric With, District Director, Office of Congressman Michael C. Burgess. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. With notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena issued by the 362nd Judicial District Court in Denton, Texas, for testimony in a criminal case and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House. 11:03:02 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 23, 2012 at 9:15 a.m., stating that that body had passed H.R. 1021 with an amendment. 11:02:10 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 11:02:06 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 11:01:03 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 11:00:34 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable John Abney Culberson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 11:00:24 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 24, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:22 EDT Yes 9:02:15 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 25, 2012. 9:02:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 9:02:00 P.M. - Mr. Pearce moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:23:06 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:15:35 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:14:56 P.M. - Mr. Walden asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, for Morning-Hour debate and 1 p.m. for legislative business. Agreed to without objection. 7:14:39 P.M. - H.R. 2157 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:14:36 P.M. - H.R. 2157 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 2 (Roll no. 178). 6:45:19 P.M. - H.R. 2157 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2157 — "To facilitate a land exchange involving certain National Forest System lands in the Inyo National Forest, and for other purposes." 6:45:02 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. 6:45:01 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 24. 5:02:50 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:02:25 P.M. - H.R. 2240 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Bishop (UT) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 4:57:04 P.M. - H.R. 2240 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2240. 4:57:03 P.M. - H.R. 2240 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:57:00 P.M. - H.R. 2240 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2240 — "To authorize the exchange of land or interest in land between Lowell National Historical Park and the city of Lowell in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and for other purposes." 4:56:45 P.M. - H.R. 491 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:56:41 P.M. - H.R. 491 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:53:31 P.M. - H.R. 491 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 491. 4:53:29 P.M. - H.R. 491 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:53:11 P.M. - H.R. 491 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 491 — "To modify the boundaries of Cibola National Forest in the State of New Mexico, to transfer certain Bureau of Land Management land for inclusion in the national forest, and for other purposes." 4:53:07 P.M. - H.R. 2947 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:53:04 P.M. - H.R. 2947 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:49:55 P.M. - H.R. 2947 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2947. 4:49:53 P.M. - H.R. 2947 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:49:30 P.M. - H.R. 2947 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2947 — "To provide for the release of the reversionary interest held by the United States in certain land conveyed by the United States in 1950 for the establishment of an airport in Cook County, Minnesota." 4:49:13 P.M. - H.R. 2050 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Bishop (UT) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn. 4:44:22 P.M. - H.R. 2050 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2050. 4:44:20 P.M. - H.R. 2050 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:44:00 P.M. - H.R. 2050 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2050 — "To authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 4:43:41 P.M. - H.R. 2157 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. 4:38:34 P.M. - H.R. 2157 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2157. 4:38:30 P.M. - H.R. 2157 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:38:00 P.M. - H.R. 2157 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 2157 — "To facilitate a land exchange involving certain National Forest System lands in the Inyo National Forest, and for other purposes." 4:37:50 P.M. - H.R. 1038 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:31:27 P.M. - H.R. 1038 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1038. 4:31:25 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:31:03 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Mr. Bishop (UT) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1038 — "To authorize the conveyance of two small parcels of land within the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest containing private improvements that were developed based upon the reliance of the landowners in an erroneous survey conducted in May 1960." 4:30:26 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:30:20 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 24. 2:14:25 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:30 P.M. today. 2:13:43 P.M. - The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on April 24, 2012 at 12:45 p.m. stating that that body had passed H.R. 4348 with an amendment; insisted on its amendment, requested a conference with the House and appointed conferees. 2:03:20 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:54 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Sablan to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 2:02:46 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:39 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Joel Osteen, Lakewood Church, Houston, Texas 2:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 24. 12:10:58 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today. 12:00:57 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. 12:00:30 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable John Abney Culberson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 12:00:18 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 25, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:20 EDT Yes 7:34:15 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on April 26, 2012. 7:34:10 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 7:34:00 P.M. - Mr. Nugent moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:33:00 P.M. - Mr. Nugent filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 631. 5:36:47 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 5:35:52 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with futher one minute speeches. 5:31:56 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Ways and Means for consideration of secs. 141 and 142 of the House bill, and secs. 1801, 40101, 40102, 40201, 40202, 40204, 40205, 40301-40307, 40309-40314, 100112-100114, and 100116 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Camp, Tiberi, and Blumenauer. 5:31:45 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for consideration of secs. 121, 123, 136, and 137 of the House bill, and sec. 1534, subtitle F of title I of Division A, secs. 20013, 20014, 20029, 31101, 31103, 31111, 31204, 31504, 32705, 33009, 34008, and Division E of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Hall, Cravaack, and Johnson, E. B. 5:31:30 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Natural Resources for consideration of secs. 123, 142, 204, and titles III and VI of the House bill, and sec. 1116, subtitles C, F, and G of title I of Division A, sec. 33009, titles VI and VII of Division C, sec. 40101, subtitles A and B of title I of Division F, and sec. 100301 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Hastings (WA), Bishop (UT), and Markey. 5:31:22 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration of sec. 142 and titles II and V of the House bill, and secs. 1113, 1201, 1202, subtitles B, C, D, and E of title I of Division C, secs. 32701-32705, 32710, 32713, 40101, and 40301 of the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to conference: Upton, Whitfield, and Waxman. 5:31:12 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The Speaker appointed conferees - from the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for consideration of the House bill (except sec. 141) and the Senate amendment (except secs. 1801, 40102, 40201, 40202, 40204, 40205, 40305, 40307, 40309-40312, 100112-100114, and 100116), and modifications committed to conference: Mica, Young (AK), Duncan (TN), Shuster, Capito, Crawford, Herrera Beutler, Bucshon, Hanna, Southerland, Lankford, Ribble, Rahall, DeFazio, Costello, Norton, Nadler, Brown (FL), Cummings, Boswell, and Bishop (NY). 5:27:33 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:27:33 P.M. - H.R. 1038 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 1 (Roll no. 181). 5:21:13 P.M. - H.R. 1038 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 1038 — "To authorize the conveyance of two small parcels of land within the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest containing private improvements that were developed based upon the reliance of the landowners in an erroneous survey conducted in May 1960." 5:20:59 P.M. - H.R. 3336 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:20:58 P.M. - H.R. 3336 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 312 - 111 (Roll no. 180). 5:12:32 P.M. - H.R. 3336 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3336 — "To ensure the exclusion of small lenders from certain regulations of the Dodd-Frank Act." 5:12:22 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:12:21 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On motion that the House instruct conferees Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 181 - 242 (Roll no. 179). 4:45:32 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of the Rahall motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 4348 and adoption of motions to suspend the rules, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 4:45:28 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 25. 3:24:00 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:45 P.M. today. 3:23:21 P.M. - H.R. 4348 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rahall motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 4348, the Chair put the question on the motion and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced. 3:23:04 P.M. - H.R. 4348 The previous question was ordered without objection. 2:24:18 P.M. - H.R. 4348 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Rahall motion to instruct conferees on H.R. 4348. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the managers on the part of the House at conference on the disagreeing votes of the two Houses on the Senate amendment to the bill H.R. 4348 be instructed to recede from disagreement to the amendment of the Senate. 2:23:57 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Mr. Rahall moved that the House instruct conferees. 2:23:25 P.M. - H.R. 4348 On motion that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference Agreed to without objection. 2:23:03 P.M. - H.R. 4348 Mr. Mica asked unanimous consent that the House disagree to the Senate amendment, and agree to a conference. 2:22:13 P.M. - H.R. 3336 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 1:56:23 P.M. - H.R. 3336 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3336. 1:56:22 P.M. - H.R. 3336 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:56:07 P.M. - H.R. 3336 Mr. Lucas moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3336 — "To ensure the exclusion of small lenders from certain regulations of the Dodd-Frank Act." 1:55:32 P.M. - H.R. 2146 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 1:55:25 P.M. - H.R. 2146 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 1:30:52 P.M. - H.R. 2146 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2146. 1:30:49 P.M. - H.R. 2146 Considered under suspension of the rules. 1:30:38 P.M. - H.R. 2146 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2146 — "To amend title 31, United States Code, to require accountability and transparency in Federal spending, and for other purposes." 1:29:54 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 1:08:36 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. 1:02:10 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Stutzman to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 1:02:07 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 1:00:49 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Matthew Barnes, Capital Commission Indiana, Indianapolis, Indiana 1:00:37 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 25. 10:51:38 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 1:00 P.M. today. 10:01:01 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 1:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business. 10:00:38 A.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Steven M. Palazzo to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 10:00:27 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 26, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:17 EDT Yes 8:35:29 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on April 27, 2012. 8:35:28 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:35:20 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:05:50 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:02:36 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:02:32 P.M. - H.R. 4257 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:02:28 P.M. - H.R. 4257 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 6:38:29 P.M. - H.R. 4257 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4257. 6:38:25 P.M. - H.R. 4257 Considered under suspension of the rules. 6:38:03 P.M. - H.R. 4257 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 4257 — "To amend chapter 35 of title 44, United States Code, to revise requirements relating to Federal information security, and for other purposes." 6:37:34 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 6:33:41 P.M. - H.R. 3523 UNANIMOUS CONSENT - Mr. Mike Rogers (MI) asked unanimous consent that in the engrossment of H.R. 3523, the Clerk be authorized to make the change placed at the desk as follows: Insert "deny access to or" before "degrade" in each place it appears. Agreed to without objection. 6:33:40 P.M. - H.R. 2050 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:33:37 P.M. - H.R. 2050 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 6:33:30 P.M. - H.R. 2050 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2050 — "To authorize the continued use of certain water diversions located on National Forest System land in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in the State of Idaho, and for other purposes." 6:32:24 P.M. - H.R. 3523 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. 3523. 6:32:23 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:32:23 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 248 - 168 (Roll no. 192). 6:24:20 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 183 - 233 (Roll no. 191). 6:03:30 P.M. - H.R. 3523 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 5:51:14 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perlmutter 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 protect the privacy of Internet passwords by prohibiting employers and the Federal Government from requiring the disclosure of confidential passwords by an employee or job applicant. It would also protect freedom of expression on the Internet by prohibiting the Federal Government from establishing a national firewall similar to the "Great Internet Firewall of China." 5:50:53 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Mr. Perlmutter moved to recommit with instructions to Intelligence (Permanent). 5:49:41 P.M. - H.R. 3523 The House adopted the amendment in the nature of a substitute as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. 5:49:31 P.M. - H.R. 3523 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 5:48:46 P.M. - H.R. 3523 The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3523. 5:48:35 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Mulvaney amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 413 - 3 (Roll no. 190). 5:45:07 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Goodlatte amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 414 - 1 (Roll no. 189). 5:41:23 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Mulvaney amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 416 - 0 (Roll no. 188). 5:37:12 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Amash amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 415 - 0 (Roll no. 187). 5:33:00 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Quayle amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 410 - 3 (Roll no. 186). 5:28:37 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Rogers (MI) amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 412 - 0 (Roll no. 185). 5:24:11 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Langevin amendment Failed by recorded vote: 167 - 243 (Roll no. 184). 4:55:50 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Richardson amendment; Failed by voice vote. 4:47:22 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Richardson amendment No. 10. 4:46:30 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Ms. Richardson, numbered 10 printed in House Report 112-454 to make explicit that nothing in the legislation would prohibit a department or agency of the federal government from providing cyber threat information to owners and operators of critical infrastructure. 4:46:08 P.M. - H.R. 3523 By unanimous consent, the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment was withdrawn. 4:38:47 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment No. 5. 4:37:28 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-454 to authorize the Secretary to intercept and deploy countermeasure with regard to system traffic for cybersecurity purposes in effect identification of cybersecurity risks to federal systems. 4:36:52 P.M. - H.R. 3523 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Mulvaney amendment No. 15, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Mulvaney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:35:26 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Mulvaney amendment No. 15. 4:34:17 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Mulvaney, numbered 15 printed in House Report 112-454 to sunset the provisions of the bill five years after the date of enactment. 4:33:56 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Turner (OH) amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:32:16 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Turner (OH) amendment No. 14. 4:31:29 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Turner (OH), numbered 14 printed in House Report 112-454 to make a technical correction to definitions in Section 2(g) to provide consistency with other cyber security policies within the Executive branch and the Department of Defense. 4:31:04 P.M. - H.R. 3523 The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. 4:30:45 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3523 — "To provide for the sharing of certain cyber threat intelligence and cyber threat information between the intelligence community and cybersecurity entities, and for other purposes." 4:30:13 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3523 as unfinished business. 4:29:56 P.M. - H.R. 3523 ORDER OF PROCEDURE - Mr. Rogers of Michigan asked unanimous consent that, during further consideration of H.R. 3523 pursuant to H. Res. 631, amendments numbered 10 and 5 printed in House Report 112-454 may be considered out of sequence. Agreed to without objection. 4:29:55 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 4:29:31 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Mr. Rogers (MI) moved that the committee rise. 4:28:59 P.M. - H.R. 3523 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 that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rogers (MI) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:23:26 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Goodlatte amendment No. 13. 4:22:41 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Goodlatte, numbered 13 printed in House Report 112-454 to narrow definitions in the bill regarding what information may be identified, obtained, and shared. 4:22:17 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Woodall amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:20:58 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Woodall amendment No. 12. 4:20:21 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Woodall, numbered 12 printed in House Report 112-454 to ensure that those who choose not to participate in the voluntary program authorized by this bill are not subject to new liabilities. 4:19:59 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:17:03 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pompeo amendment No. 11. 4:16:45 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 11 printed in House Report 112-454 to clarify that nothing in the bill would alter existing authorities or provide new authority to any federal agency, including DOD, NSA, DHS or the Intelligence Community to install, employ, or otherwise use cybersecurity systems on private sector networks. 4:15:42 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 4:13:40 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Flake amendment No. 9. 4:12:57 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Flake, numbered 9 printed in House Report 112-454 to add a requirement to include a list of all federal agencies receiving information shared with the government in the report by the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community required under the legislation. 4:12:36 P.M. - H.R. 3523 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Mulvaney amendment No. 8, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Mulvaney demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:08:44 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Mulvaney amendment No. 8. 4:08:23 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Mulvaney, numbered 8 printed in House Report 112-454 to provide clear authority to the government to create reasonable procedures to protect privacy and civil liberties, consistent with the need of the government to protect federal systems and cybersecurity. Would also prohibit the federal government from retaining or using information shared pursuant to paragraph (b)(1) for anything other than a use permitted under paragraph (c)(1). 4:07:54 P.M. - H.R. 3523 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Amash amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Amash demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 4:05:13 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Amash amendment No. 7. 4:04:56 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Amash, numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-454 to prohibit the federal government from using, inter alia, library records, firearms sales records, and tax returns that it receives from private entities under CISPA. 4:04:29 P.M. - H.R. 3523 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Quayle amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Ruppersberger demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:58:42 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Quayle amendment No. 6. 3:57:53 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Quayle, numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-454 to limit government use of shared cyber threat information to only 5 purposes: (1) cybersecurity; (2) investigation and prosecution of cybersecurity crimes; (3) protection of individuals from the danger of death or physical injury; (4) protection of minors from physical or psychological harm; and (5) protection of the national security of the United States. 3:56:08 P.M. - H.R. 3523 POSTPONED PROCEEDEINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Rogers (MI) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Ruppersberger demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:51:41 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Rogers (MI) amendment No. 4. 3:51:16 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Rogers (MI), numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-454 to make clear that regulatory information already required to be provided remains FOIAable under current law. 3:51:03 P.M. - H.R. 3523 On agreeing to the Pompeo amendment; Agreed to by voice vote. 3:48:09 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pompeo amendment No. 3. 3:47:48 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Pompeo, numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-454 to make clear in the bill's liability provision that the reference to the use of cybersecurity systems is the use of such systems to identify and obtain cyber threat information or the sharing of information are not exempt from potential civil liability. 3:46:26 P.M. - H.R. 3523 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Langevin amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Langevin demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day. 3:35:51 P.M. - H.R. 3523 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 631, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Langevin amendment No. 1. 3:35:26 P.M. - H.R. 3523 An amendment, offered by Mr. Langevin, numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-454 to expand eligibility to participate in the voluntary information sharing program created in the bill to include critical infrastructure owners and operators, which allows entities that are not entirely privately owned, such as airports, utilities, and public transit systems, to receive vital cybersecurity information and better secure their networks against cyber threats. 2:22:00 P.M. - H.R. 3523 GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3523. 2:21:26 P.M. - H.R. 3523 The Speaker designated the Honorable Judy Biggert to act as Chairwoman of the Committee. 2:21:25 P.M. - H.R. 3523 House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 631 and Rule XVIII. 2:21:09 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3523 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions allowed. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The rule waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. The rule makes in order as original text for purpose of amendment the amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 112-20 and provides that it shall be considered as read. The rule waives all points of order against the amendment in the nature of a substitute. The rule makes in order only those amendments printed in the Rules Committee report. The rule further provides that it shall be in order at any time through the legislative day of April 27, 2012, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. The rule provides further for a closed rule for consideration of H.R. 4628. The rule provides one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit. Finally, the rule provides that the Committee on Appropriations may, at any time before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 recommit. Finally, the rule provides that the Committee on Appropriations may, at any time before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 file, privileged reports to accompany measures making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013. 2:21:04 P.M. - H.R. 3523 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 631. H.R. 3523 — "To provide for the sharing of certain cyber threat intelligence and cyber threat information between the intelligence community and cybersecurity entities, and for other purposes." 2:16:23 P.M. - H.R. 2240 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:16:18 P.M. - H.R. 2240 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 2:16:00 P.M. - H.R. 2240 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2240 — "To authorize the exchange of land or interest in land between Lowell National Historical Park and the city of Lowell in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and for other purposes." 2:15:59 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. 2:15:22 P.M. - H. Res. 631 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 2:15:21 P.M. - H. Res. 631 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 185 (Roll no. 183). 2:06:49 P.M. - H. Res. 631 On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 179 (Roll no. 182). 12:29:00 P.M. - H. Res. 631 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 631. 12:27:58 P.M. - H. Res. 631 Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 631 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3523) to provide for the sharing of certain cyber threat intelligence and cyber threat information between the intelligence community and cyber security entities, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4628) to extend student loan interest rates for undergraduate Federal Direct Stafford Loans; and for other purposes." 12:04:36 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. 12:04:18 P.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Higgins to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 12:04:13 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 12:02:40 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 12:00:38 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of April 26. 11:05:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today. 10:54:32 A.M. - MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House continued with further Morning-Hour Debate. 10:54:10 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 1789. The message further stated appointments were made to the U.S.-Japan Interparliamentary Group conference. 10:00:44 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 Bill Flores 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 APRIL 27, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:14 EDT Yes 3:08:43 P.M. - The House adjourned pursuant to S. Con. Res. 43. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on May 7, 2012. 3:08:42 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 3:08:32 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 1:06:37 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 1:06:14 P.M. - Commission on International Religious Freedom - Pursuant to Section 201(b) of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (22 USC 6431 Note)as amended, and the order of the House of January 5,2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Samuel Gejdenson, Branford, Connecticut, for a term ending May 14, 2014. 12:54:51 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 12:54:24 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 43 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:54:14 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 43 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. 12:54:10 P.M. - S. Con. Res. 43 Considered as privileged matter. S. Con. Res. 43 — "Providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate and an adjournment of the House of Representatives." 12:48:03 P.M. - H.R. 4849 Mr. Hastings (WA) asked unanimous consent that in the engrossment of H.R. 4849, the Clerk be authorized to make the change placed at the desk as follows: In Section 2(b)(1), strike "C 90-4621" and insert instead "C 09-4621". 12:48:02 P.M. - H.R. 3834 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:47:59 P.M. - H.R. 3834 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. 12:47:18 P.M. - H.R. 3834 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 3834 — "To amend the High-Performance Computing Act of 1991 to authorize activities for support of networking and information technology research, and for other purposes." 12:46:55 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:46:54 P.M. - H.R. 4628 On passage Passed by recorded vote: 215 - 195 (Roll no. 195). 12:33:46 P.M. - H.R. 4628 On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 178 - 231 (Roll no. 194). 12:16:43 P.M. - H.R. 4628 The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. 12:06:53 P.M. - H.R. 4628 DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capps 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 protect health insurance benefits for women and children by prohibiting the underlying bill from reducing coverage or raising costs for healthcare benefits offered by insurance companies, including benefits such as contraception, mammograms, cervical cancer screenings, childhood immunizations, and health screenings for newborns. 12:06:30 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Mrs. Capps moved to recommit with instructions to Education and the Workforce and Energy and Commerce. 12:05:17 P.M. - H.R. 4628 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 4628 — "To extend student loan interest rates for undergraduate Federal Direct Stafford Loans." 12:05:14 P.M. - H.R. 2096 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 12:05:14 P.M. - H.R. 2096 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 395 - 10 (Roll no. 193). 11:42:03 A.M. - H.R. 2096 Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2096 — "To advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards, and for other purposes." 11:41:35 A.M. - H.R. 4628 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the bill H.R. 4628 were postponed. 11:41:10 A.M. - H.R. 4628 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. 10:23:30 A.M. - H.R. 4628 DEBATE - The House continued with debate on H.R. 4628. 10:23:29 A.M. - The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 43 and passed H.R. 2079, H.R. 1423, H.R. 298, H.R. 2213, H.R. 2244, H.R. 2660, H.R. 2767, H.R. 3004, H.R. 3247, H.R. 3246, and H.R. 3248. 10:17:46 A.M. - H.R. 4628 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4628. 10:16:48 A.M. - H.R. 4628 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3523 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit with or without instructions allowed. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The rule waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. The rule makes in order as original text for purpose of amendment the amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 112-20 and provides that it shall be considered as read. The rule waives all points of order against the amendment in the nature of a substitute. The rule makes in order only those amendments printed in the Rules Committee report. The rule further provides that it shall be in order at any time through the legislative day of April 27, 2012, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. The rule provides further for a closed rule for consideration of H.R. 4628. The rule provides one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit. Finally, the rule provides that the Committee on Appropriations may, at any time before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 recommit. Finally, the rule provides that the Committee on Appropriations may, at any time before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 file, privileged reports to accompany measures making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013. 10:16:43 A.M. - H.R. 4628 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 631. H.R. 4628 — "To extend student loan interest rates for undergraduate Federal Direct Stafford Loans." 10:15:31 A.M. - H.R. 4849 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 10:15:26 A.M. - H.R. 4849 On passage Passed without objection. 10:15:08 A.M. - H.R. 4849 On agreeing to the Hastings (WA) amendment; Agreed to without objection. 10:15:05 A.M. - H.R. 4849 Amendment offered by Mr. Hastings (WA). 10:14:49 A.M. - H.R. 4849 Considered by unanimous consent. H.R. 4849 — "To direct the Secretary of the Interior to issue commercial use authorizations to commercial stock operators for operations in designated wilderness within the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and for other purposes." 10:10:48 A.M. - H.R. 4849 RESERVATION OF OBJECTION - Mr. George Miller (CA) reserved the right to object and was recognized to proceed under his reservation. Subsequently the reservation was withdrawn. 10:10:08 A.M. - H.R. 4849 Mr. Hastings (WA) asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. 10:09:33 A.M. - H.R. 3834 At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Hall 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. 9:51:00 A.M. - H.R. 3834 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3834. 9:50:40 A.M. - H.R. 3834 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:50:21 A.M. - H.R. 3834 Mr. Hall moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 3834 — "To amend the High-Performance Computing Act of 1991 to authorize activities for support of networking and information technology research, and for other purposes." 9:49:44 A.M. - H.R. 2096 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. 9:17:13 A.M. - H.R. 2096 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2096. 9:17:11 A.M. - H.R. 2096 Considered under suspension of the rules. 9:17:00 A.M. - H.R. 2096 Mr. McCaul moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2096 — "To advance cybersecurity research, development, and technical standards, and for other purposes." 9:16:00 A.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced. 9:02:15 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. 9:01:56 A.M. - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Barletta to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 9:01:53 A.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 9:00:30 A.M. - Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Robert Ballecer, S.J., Jesuit Conference, Washington, DC. 9:00:18 A.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 7, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:12 EDT Yes 8:53:44 P.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 8, 2012. 8:53:43 P.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 8:53:31 P.M. - Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn. 7:17:18 P.M. - SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. 7:11:44 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches. 7:11:13 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:11:12 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 375 - 0 (Roll no. 198). 7:05:02 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 118 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run." 7:04:28 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 7:04:27 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 0 (Roll no. 197). 6:57:02 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 117 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service." 6:56:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6:56:43 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 0 (Roll no. 196). 6:32:30 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 Considered as unfinished business. H. Con. Res. 105 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha." 6:31:07 P.M. - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of motions to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 6:30:27 P.M. - Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 643. 6:30:20 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 7. 5:04:33 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today. 5:03:40 P.M. - S. 1302 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 5:03:37 P.M. - S. 1302 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:55:37 P.M. - S. 1302 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1302. 4:55:36 P.M. - S. 1302 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:55:28 P.M. - S. 1302 Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. S. 1302 — "To authorize the Administrator of General Services to convey a parcel of real property in Tracy, California, to the City of Tracy." 4:54:58 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 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. 4:50:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 118. 4:50:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:50:21 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 118 Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 118 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run." 4:49:41 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 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. 4:44:44 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 117. 4:44:42 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:44:26 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 117 Mr. Denham moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 117 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service." 4:44:01 P.M. - H.R. 4097 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:43:59 P.M. - H.R. 4097 On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. 4:31:18 P.M. - H.R. 4097 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4097. 4:31:15 P.M. - H.R. 4097 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:31:02 P.M. - H.R. 4097 Mr. Mica moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 4097 — "To amend the John F. Kennedy Center Act to authorize appropriations for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and for other purposes." 4:30:25 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 106 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 4:30:22 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 106 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. 4:21:29 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 106 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 106. 4:21:26 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 106 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:20:34 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 106 Ms. Herrera Beutler moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 106 — "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby." 4:20:32 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. 4:02:05 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 105. 4:02:03 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 Considered under suspension of the rules. 4:01:51 P.M. - H. Con. Res. 105 Mr. Harper moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. H. Con. Res. 105 — "Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha." 4:01:31 P.M. - The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. today. 4:00:00 P.M. - The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 7. 2:10:09 P.M. - The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 4:00 P.M. today. 2:08:15 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches. 2:07:31 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Elijah E. Cummings. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Representative Cummings notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents and testimony issued by the District Court of Maryland, Baltimore County, in connection with civil litigation currently pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:06:53 P.M. - The House received a communication from Harry T. Spikes II, Special Assistant, Office of Representative Elijah E. Cummings. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Spikes notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents and testimony issued by the District Court of Maryland, Baltimore County, in connection with civil litigation currently pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:06:23 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Pete Sessions. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Representative Sessions notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena issued by the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas for deposition testimony and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:05:51 P.M. - The House received a communication from the Honorable Kay Granger. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Representative Granger notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena issued by the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas for deposition testimony and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena was not consistent with the privileges and rights of the House. 2:02:42 P.M. - ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches. 2:02:18 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. 2:02:11 P.M. - The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved. 2:01:07 P.M. - Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy. 2:00:32 P.M. - The Speaker designated the Honorable Adrian Smith to act as Speaker pro tempore for today. 2:00:24 P.M. - The House convened, starting a new legislative day. CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 8, 2012 112TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION en-us Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:34:09 EDT Yes 12:27:50 A.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 9, 2012. 12:27:49 A.M. - On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. 12:27:40 A.M. - Mr. Huizenga (MI) moved that the House do now adjourn. 12:26:50 A.M. - H.R. 5326 Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 5326 as unfinished business. 12:26:38 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. 12:26:19 A.M. - H.R. 5326 Mr. Wolf moved that the Committee rise. 12:26:09 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Southerland amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 220 - 191 (Roll no. 223). 12:21:10 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Broun (GA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 105 - 307 (Roll no. 222). 12:18:07 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Blackburn amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 160 - 251 (Roll no. 221). 12:15:13 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Black amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 238 - 173 (Roll no. 220). 12:12:02 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Scott, Austin amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 122 - 289 (Roll no. 219). 12:09:10 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Westmoreland amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 165 - 246 (Roll no. 218). 12:05:56 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Flake amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 121 - 291 (Roll no. 217). 12:02:45 A.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Johnson (GA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 96 - 314 (Roll no. 216). 11:59:11 P.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Huizenga (MI) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 199 - 211 (Roll no. 215). 11:57:34 P.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Grimm amendment; Agreed to by recorded vote: 206 - 204 (Roll no. 214). 11:51:26 P.M. - H.R. 5326 On agreeing to the Davis (IL) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 99 - 311 (Roll no. 213). 11:23:03 P.M. - H.R. 5326 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed. 11:21:59 P.M. - H.R. 5326 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Southerland amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that 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. 10:54:41 P.M. - H.R. 5326 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 643, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Southerland amendment under the five-minute rule. 10:54:37 P.M. - H.R. 5326 An amendment, offered by Mr. Southerland, to prohibit use of funds in the bill to be used to develop, approve, or implement a new limited access privilege program that is not already developed, approved, or implemented for any fishery under the jurisdiction of the South Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, New England, or Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. 10:49:18 P.M. - H.R. 5326 DEBATE - 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 that 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. 10:43:04 P.M. - H.R. 5326 DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 643, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Broun (GA) amendment under the five-minute rule. 10:43:00 P.M. - H.R. 5326 An amendment, offered by Mr. Broun (GA), to reduce each amount in the bill (other than amounts required to be appropriated or otherwise made available by law; amounts for the United States Marshals Service; the FBI; or N