Congress: the Republican led House – back 7/30 – the Senate will consider S.3414,CyberSecurity Act : Judicial nominee

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the Senate Convenes: 2:00pmET July 30, 2012

Following the prayer and pledge, the Majority Leader will be recognized.
At 4:30pm, the Senate will proceed to Executive Session to consider Executive Calendar #759, the nomination of Robert E. Bacharach, of Oklahoma, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit with one hour equally divided and controlled between Senators Leahy and Grassley or their designees. Upon the use or yielding back of time (at approximately 5:30pm), there will be a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Bacharach nomination. As a reminder, cloture was filed on the Bacharach nomination on Thursday, July 26^th.
If cloture is not invoked on the Bacharach nomination, the Senate will resume Legislative Session and adopt the motion to proceed to S.3414, the Cybersecurity Act of 2012.
If cloture is invoked on the Bacharach nomination, upon disposition of the nomination, the Senate will resume Legislative Session and adopt the motion to proceed to S.3414, the Cybersecurity Act of 2012.

At approximately 5:30pm today, the Senate will proceed to a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on Executive Calendar #759, the nomination of Robert E. Bacharach, of Oklahoma, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit.

5:33pm The Senate began a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on Executive Calendar 759, the nomination of Robert E. Bacharach, of Oklahoma, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit; Not Invoked: 56-34, 3 voted present

The Senate has adopted the motion to proceed to S.3414, the Cybersecurity Act of 2012, with debate only until 2:15pm on Tuesday, July 31. Senator Reid will be recognized at 2:15pm.

ROLL CALL VOTE

1) Motion to invoke cloture on Executive Calendar #759, the nomination of Robert E. Bacharach, of Oklahoma, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit; Not Invoked: 56-34-3(present)

WRAP UP

LEGISLATIVE ITEMS

Adopted S.Res.533, designating October 2012 as “National Work and Family Month”.

Began the Rule 14 process of S.3457, the Veterans Jobs Corps Act. (Nelson FL)

Began the Rule 14 process of H.R.4078, the Red Tape Reduction and Small Business Job Creation Act. (Republican request)

Completed the Rule 14 process of H.R.6082, the Congressional Replacement of President Obama’s Energy-Restricting and Job-Limiting Offshore Drilling Plan. (Republican request)

No EXECUTIVE ITEMS

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The next meeting in the House is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on July 30, 2012.

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2:00:33 P.M.		The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
2:00:43 P.M.		The Speaker designated the Honorable Adrian Smith to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
2:00:52 P.M.		Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
2:01:54 P.M.		The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
2:01:58 P.M.		PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
2:02:22 P.M.		The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on July 27, 2012 at 11:54 a.m.: That the Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 90. H. Con. Res. 133, and H. Con. Res. 134. The Senate also concurred in the House amendment to S. 1959.
2:03:08 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 July 30, 2012 at 11:10 a.m.: That the Senate passed S. 1299.
2:03:47 P.M.		The House received a communication from Joan Finley, District Director, Office of Representative Charles W. Boustany, Jr. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Finley notified the House that she had been served with a trial subpoena for testimony issued by the 27th Judicial District Court for the Parish of St. Landry, Louisiana in connection with a civil action currently pending before that court and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the privileges and rights of the House.
2:05:04 P.M.		The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on July 31, 2012.

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Whitehouse marks : The 22nd Anniversary – Americans with Disabilities Act

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Observing the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

The White House marks the 22nd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which ensured that Americans with disabilities have the same basic rights and opportunities as everyone else, and establish America as a world leader on disability rights. July 26, 2012.More

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A Mother’s Promise: Barack’s Biography

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Obama 2012: Are you in? http://my.barackobama.com/bobiovid
A biography of Barack Obama that played at the 2008 Democratic National Convention, prior to Barack’s acceptance speech

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Urban League Convention,Cabinet Meeting …

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West Wing Week 07/27/12 “A Brighter Day Is Going To Come”

This week, the President addressed the nation on the tragedy in Colorado and made Aurora his first stop on a four day trip out West, then continued to Reno to address the VFW, and to New Orleans to speak at the National Urban League. Back in Washington DC, Dr. Biden announced a major Joining Forces initiative for social workers, the President signed an Executive Order on Education, and hosted a reception at the White House to honor the International AIDS Conference taking place in Washington DC.More

President Obama Holds a Cabinet Meeting

President Obama holds a meeting with his Cabinet and addresses the issue of middle class tax cuts for Americans. July 26, 2012More

President Obama Speaks at the National Urban League Convention

President Obama discusses his Administration’s work strengthening our communities by investing in manufacturers and small businesses, cutting taxes for middle-class families, reforming education by raising standards, and ensuring millions more Americans have access to quality, affordable health care. July 25, 2012.More

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A Victory for Tax Fairness:

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National Women's Law Center - Don't Discount Women: Demand Fair Change Not Spare Change


	Did your Senators do the right thing?



	Find out how your Senators voted on ending the Bush-era tax cuts for the richest 2 percent. And send them a quick message!

The Senate voted 51 to 48 to end the Bush-era tax cuts for the richest 2 percent of Americans. Ending these tax cuts would save $1 trillion over the next 10 years and help protect programs that are critical to women at every stage of their lives.
While some Senators did the right thing, others did not. Take two minutes to find out how your Senators voted and send them a message.
Our advocacy isn’t done when the vote is tallied. We need to make sure your Senators know that you are watching their votes because this issue will come up again.
We can’t afford to give even more tax breaks to those who need them least when so many women and families are struggling just to make ends meet. Ending the Bush-era tax cuts on income above $250,000 would help protect programs like child care, Pell Grants, Head Start, Medicaid, and Title X family planning services.
Please hold your Senators accountable by sending them a quick message.
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Next week the House of Representatives will be voting on this very same issue. Let’s help continue the pressure by calling your Representative today at 1-888-744-9958 and say that it’s time for the richest Americans to pay their fair share: we need to end the Bush tax cuts on income over $250,000.
Your calls and emails are making a difference! Thanks again — and keep it up!
Sincerely,

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P.S. Remember that next week the House is voting on this same issue. So please get ready to make a quick call in support of ending the Bush-era tax cuts for the richest 2 percent.