At a Huntington Bank branch in Brooklyn, Ohio, staff called police on a Black man who was trying to cash his paycheck. On Saturday, December 1, Paul McCowns went into the bank to cash his paycheck. Although he presented two forms of identification and offered his fingerprint (as are the requirements non-members at Huntington Bank), Mr. McCowns was denied the ability to cash his $1,082 paycheck after two white bank employees were so astonished by the check that they called his employer to verify the amount. The employees then proceeded to call 9-1-1 without Mr. McCowns’ knowledge. When Mr. McCowns tried to leave the bank, he was confronted by police, handcuffed, and put in the back of a police car.

This incident is unacceptable. Huntington Bank must take responsibility for the harm they caused Mr. McCowns. Tell Huntington Bank to make the content of their employee racial bias trainings public so we can prevent further harm to the bank’s Black customers.

Here is the Petition: go to colorofchange.org and sign the petition
Huntington Bank:

Although you released a statement apologizing for the racial profiling Mr. Paul McCowns faced in your Brooklyn, Ohio, branch, you need to do more to take full responsibility for the incident. The fact that two of your employees would not cash Mr. McCowns’ paycheck, called 9-1-1 without Mr. McCowns’ knowledge, and caused him to be handcuffed and put in the back of a police car is completely unacceptable. And an apology is not enough.

You have the opportunity to show that you are truly committed to appropriately training your employees by making the contents of your racial bias training public. By making your trainings public, you can start to gain the information needed to prevent further discrimination from happening to your Black customers.

Set an example for your employees, your customers, and people across this country. Make the content of your employee racial bias training public so that you may take steps to rectify the harm you caused.

 

Wrap Up for Thursday, January 17, 2019

Wrap Up for Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Wrap Up for Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Wrap Up for Monday, January 14, 2019
Wrap Up for Friday, January 11, 2019

Wrap Up for Thursday, January 10, 2019

Wrap Up for Wednesday, January 9, 2019

Wrap Up for Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Wrap Up for Friday, January 4, 2019

Wrap Up for Thursday, January 3, 2019

Wrap Up for Wednesday, January 2, 2019

 

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House Activity 1/24/2019 Last Floor Action:
10:54:45 A.M. – COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE – The Chair recognized Mr. Scalise for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. Hoyer on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week. 

9:00:00 A.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
9:00:10 A.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. McGovern to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
9:00:26 A.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
9:01:51 A.M.SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day’s proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Budd 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. Budd 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.
9:02:18 A.M.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Ms. Roybal-Allard to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
9:02:36 A.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle.
9:09:42 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 61. H.J. Res. 31 — “Making further continuing appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2019, and for other purposes.”
9:09:47 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 648 and H.J. Res. 31. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 648 and H.J. Res. 31 under closed rules with one hour of debate for each measure. Rule provides for consideration of motions to suspend the rules through the legislative day of February 1, 2019
9:10:00 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 31. 9:53:42 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
9:54:07 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
Ms. Granger moved to recommit with instructions to the Committee on Appropriations.
9:57:19 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Granger 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 striking the date February 28, 2019 and inserting January 24, 2019 on page 2, line 10.
9:57:28 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.
9:57:50 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the motion to recommit, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the motion and by voice vote, announced that the nays had prevailed. Ms. Granger demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the motion to recommit until later in the legislative day.
9:57:59 A.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair.
10:15:19 A.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 24.
10:15:39 A.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the motion to recommit H. J. Res. 31, which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
10:16:05 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
Considered as unfinished business. H.J. Res. 31 — “Making further continuing appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2019, and for other purposes.”
10:41:56 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 200 – 214 (Roll no. 50).
10:50:24 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 231 – 180 (Roll no. 51).
10:50:31 A.M. H.J. Res. 31
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
10:51:00 A.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished was on the Speaker’s approval of the Journal and put the question de novo.
10:51:37 A.M.On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote.
10:52:05 A.M.The House received a communication from the Honorable Adriano Espaillat. Mr. Espaillat submitted his resignation from the Committee on Education and Labor. The resignation was accepted without objection.
10:52:18 A.M.The House received a communication from the Honorable Raja Krishnamoorthi. Mr. Krishnamoorthi submitted his resignation from the Committee on Education and Labor. The resignation was accepted without objection.
10:52:26 A.M. H. Res. 73
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 73 — “Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.”
10:53:05 A.M. H. Res. 73
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
10:53:11 A.M. H. Res. 73
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
10:53:12 A.M. H. Res. 74
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 74 — “Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.”
10:53:40 A.M. H. Res. 74
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
10:53:45 A.M. H. Res. 74
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
10:54:45 A.M.COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE – The Chair recognized Mr. Scalise for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. Hoyer on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week.

House Activity 1/23/2019

10:00:00 A.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
10:00:06 A.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable Suzan K. DelBene to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
10:00:33 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.
11:16:45 A.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.
12:00:01 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 23.
12:00:06 P.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
12:01:36 P.M.SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day’s proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Crow 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. Crow 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.
12:02:14 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.
12:02:37 P.M.WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE – Under clause 5(d) of rule 20, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the resignation from the gentleman from Pennsylvania, Mr. Marino, the whole number of the House is 433.
12:03:01 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle.
12:23:08 P.M. H. Res. 61
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 61 — “Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 648) making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 31) making further continuing appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.”
12:25:50 P.M. H. Res. 61DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 61.
1:19:09 P.M. H. Res. 61The previous question was ordered without objection.
1:19:14 P.M. H. Res. 61POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 61, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption until a time to be announced.
1:20:27 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – Pursuant to clause 8 of Rule XX and the order of the House of January 17, 2019, the Chair announced that the unfinished business was the vote on passage of H.J. Res. 28, on which they yeas and nays were ordered.
1:20:38 P.M. H.J. Res. 28
Considered as unfinished business. H.J. Res. 28 — “Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2019, and for other purposes.”
1:45:43 P.M. H.J. Res. 28
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 229 – 184 (Roll no. 46).
1:45:44 P.M. H.J. Res. 28
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
1:45:48 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on adoption of H. Res. 61, which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
1:45:56 P.M. H. Res. 61
Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 61 — “Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 648) making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 31) making further continuing appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.”
1:57:51 P.M. H. Res. 61
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 – 190 (Roll no. 47).
1:57:53 P.M. H. Res. 61
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
1:57:55 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the Speaker’s approval of the Journal and put the question de novo.
1:58:07 P.M.On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote.
1:59:35 P.M. H. Res. 67
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 67 — “Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.”
2:00:00 P.M. H. Res. 67
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
2:00:03 P.M. H. Res. 67
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2:01:56 P.M. H.R. 648
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 61. H.R. 648 — “Making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
2:02:01 P.M. H.R. 648
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 648 and H.J. Res. 31. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 648 and H.J. Res. 31 under closed rules with one hour of debate for each measure. Rule provides for consideration of motions to suspend the rules through the legislative day of February 1, 2019
2:02:34 P.M. H.R. 648
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 648.
3:07:06 P.M. H.R. 648
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
3:07:35 P.M. H.R. 648
Ms. Granger moved to recommit with instructions to the Committee on Appropriations.
3:08:25 P.M. H.R. 648
DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Granger 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 strike all after the enacting clause and insert new text related to payment of employees furloughed during the lapse in appropriations beginning on December 22, 2018.
3:11:19 P.M. H.R. 648
The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.
3:46:38 P.M. H.R. 648
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 200 – 215 (Roll no. 48).
3:56:01 P.M. H.R. 648
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 234 – 180 (Roll no. 49).
3:56:03 P.M. H.R. 648
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
3:56:04 P.M. H. Res. 68
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 68 — “Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.”
3:56:51 P.M. H. Res. 68
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
3:56:56 P.M. H. Res. 68
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
3:56:57 P.M.Mr. Kennedy asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on January 24. Agreed to without objection.
3:57:42 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.
4:18:42 P.M.SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
5:31:21 P.M.Ms. Foxx (NC) moved that the House do now adjourn.
5:31:29 P.M.On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
5:31:30 P.M.The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 24, 2019.

House Activity 1/22/2019

12:00:06 P.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
12:00:13 P.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable Donald S. Beyer Jr. to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
12:00:38 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.
12:05:43 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today.
2:00:02 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 22.
2:00:06 P.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
2:01:58 P.M.SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day’s proceedings and had approved it. Mr. McCarthy 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. McCarthy 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.
2:02:29 P.M.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. McCarthy to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
2:03:05 P.M.The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on January 18, 2019, at 12:59 p.m.: that the Senate passed H.R. 259 and that the Senate agreed to S. Res. 10.
2:03:41 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches.
2:04:09 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 4:00 P.M. today.
4:00:50 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 22.
4:01:08 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 January 22, 2019, at 2:23 p.m.: that the Senate passed H.R. 430
4:01:25 P.M.The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
4:02:00 P.M. H.R. 439
Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 439 — “To amend the charter of the Future Farmers of America, and for other purposes.”
4:02:04 P.M. H.R. 439
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:02:05 P.M. H.R. 439
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 439.
4:14:49 P.M. H.R. 439
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
4:14:51 P.M. H.R. 439
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:15:01 P.M. H.R. 498
Mr. Johnson (GA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 498 — “To eliminate unused sections of the United States Code, and for other purposes.”
4:15:09 P.M. H.R. 498
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:15:10 P.M. H.R. 498
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 498.
4:32:48 P.M. H.R. 498
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
4:32:50 P.M. H.R. 498
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:34:21 P.M. H.R. 31
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 31 — “To require certain additional actions in connection with the national emergency with respect to Syria, and for other purposes.”
4:34:32 P.M. H.R. 31
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:34:33 P.M. H.R. 31
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 31.
4:51:00 P.M. H.R. 31
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
4:51:02 P.M. H.R. 31
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:51:22 P.M. H.R. 353
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 353 — “To direct the Secretary of State to develop a strategy to regain observer status for Taiwan in the World Health Organization, and for other purposes.”
4:51:29 P.M. H.R. 353
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:51:30 P.M. H.R. 353
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 353.
5:01:03 P.M. H.R. 353
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
5:01:05 P.M. H.R. 353
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
5:01:13 P.M. H.R. 676
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 676 — “To reiterate the support of the Congress of the United States for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and for other purposes.”
5:01:19 P.M. H.R. 676 Considered under suspension of the rules.
5:01:20 P.M. H.R. 676
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 676.
5:21:54 P.M. H.R. 676
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.
5:22:28 P.M. H.R. 328
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 328 — “To require the Secretary of State to design and establish a Vulnerability Disclosure Process (VDP) to improve Department of State cybersecurity and a bug bounty program to identify and report vulnerabilities of internet-facing information technology of the Department of State, and for other purposes.”
5:22:39 P.M. H.R. 328
Considered under suspension of the rules.
5:22:41 P.M. H.R. 328
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 328.
5:33:11 P.M. H.R. 328
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.
5:33:41 P.M.The House received a communication from Representative Marino wherein he resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 12:01 a.m. on January 23, 2019.
5:33:59 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 P.M. today.
6:30:07 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 22.
6:30:10 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on motions to suspend the rules, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
6:31:03 P.M. H.R. 676
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 676 — “To reiterate the support of the Congress of the United States for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and for other purposes.”
7:01:34 P.M. H.R. 676
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 357 – 22 (Roll no. 44).
7:01:35 P.M. H.R. 676
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
7:01:43 P.M. H.R. 328
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 328 — “To require the Secretary of State to design and establish a Vulnerability Disclosure Process (VDP) to improve Department of State cybersecurity and a bug bounty program to identify and report vulnerabilities of internet-facing information technology of the Department of State, and for other purposes.”
7:11:42 P.M. H.R. 328
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 – 3 (Roll no. 45).
7:11:45 P.M. H.R. 328
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
7:12:01 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on the Speaker’s Approval of the Journal, which the Chair put de novo.
7:12:18 P.M.On approving the Journal Agreed to by voice vote.
7:12:48 P.M.Mr. Morelle filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 61.
7:17:14 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.
7:26:52 P.M.SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
9:09:31 P.M.Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn.
9:09:37 P.M.On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
9:09:38 P.M. The House adjourned.

The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 23, 2019.

House Activity 1/10/2019

10:00:12 A.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
10:00:15 A.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable Eric Swalwell to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
10:00:38 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.
11:18:47 A.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.
12:00:15 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 10.
12:00:17 P.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
12:01:20 P.M.The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
12:01:22 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.
12:01:46 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.
12:35:35 P.M. H.R. 265Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 28. H.R. 265 — “Making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
12:35:40 P.M. H.R. 265Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 264, H.R. 265, H.R. 266 and H.R. 267. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. The rule provides one hour of debate, orders the previous question, and allows one motion to commit on each bill. The rule waives the requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House with respect to any resolution reported through the legislative day of January 15, 2019, relating to a measure making or continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019.
12:35:59 P.M.H.R. 265
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 265.
1:43:01 P.M. H.R. 265The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
1:43:34 P.M. H.R. 265
Mr. Aderholt moved to recommit with instructions to the Committee on Appropriations.
1:44:04 P.M.H.R. 265
DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Aderholt motion to recommit with instructions, pending the reservation of a point of order. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment to make various reductions throughout the bill and increases funds for Rurual Utilities Service – Distance Learning, Telemedicine, and Broadband Program, originally funded in Public Law 115-141. Subsequently, the point of order was withdrawn.
1:49:26 P.M.H.R. 265
The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.
1:49:37 P.M.H.R. 265
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the motion to recommit with instructions, the Chair put the question on the motion, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Aderholt demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the motion to recommit with instructions until a time to be announced.
1:51:31 P.M.H.R. 267
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 28. H.R. 267 — “Making appropriations for the Department of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
1:51:36 P.M.H.R. 267
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 264, H.R. 265, H.R. 266 and H.R. 267. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. The rule provides one hour of debate, orders the previous question, and allows one motion to commit on each bill. The rule waives the requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House with respect to any resolution reported through the legislative day of January 15, 2019, relating to a measure making or continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019.
1:52:13 P.M.H.R. 267
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 267.
2:48:09 P.M.H.R. 267
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
2:48:46 P.M.H.R. 267
Mr. Diaz-Balart moved to recommit with instructions to the Committee on Appropriations.
2:49:19 P.M.H.R. 267
DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Diaz-Balart 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 increase the Public and Indian Housing Tenant-Based Rental Assistance account by $71 million and to decrease the Information Technology Fund account by a similar amount.
2:54:39 P.M.H.R. 267
The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.
2:55:09 P.M.H.R. 267
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Diaz-Balart motion to recommit with instructions, the Chair put the question on the motion to recommit and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Diaz-Balart demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day.
2:57:34 P.M.H.R. 115
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 115 — “To require the Department of State to establish a policy regarding the use of location-tracking consumer devices by employees at diplomatic and consular facilities, and for other purposes.”
2:58:18 P.M.H.R. 115
Considered under suspension of the rules.
2:58:20 P.M.H.R. 115
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 115.
3:04:52 P.M.H.R. 115
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
3:04:58 P.M.H.R. 115
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
3:05:00 P.M.H.R. 133
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 133 — “To promote economic partnership and cooperation between the United States and Mexico.”
3:05:20 P.M.H.R. 133
Considered under suspension of the rules.
3:05:21 P.M.H.R. 133
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 133.
3:11:20 P.M.H.R. 133
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
3:11:29 P.M.H.R. 133
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
3:11:30 P.M.H.R. 192
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 192 — “To establish an interagency program to assist countries in North and West Africa to improve immediate and long-term capabilities to counter terrorist threats, and for other purposes.”
3:11:45 P.M.H.R. 192
Considered under suspension of the rules.
3:11:47 P.M.H.R. 192
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 192.
3:17:34 P.M.H.R. 192
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
3:17:38 P.M.H.R. 192
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
3:17:40 P.M.H.R. 221
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 221 — “To amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to monitor and combat anti-Semitism globally, and for other purposes.”
3:17:52 P.M.H.R. 221
Considered under suspension of the rules.
3:17:54 P.M.H.R. 221
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 221.
3:42:27 P.M.H.R. 221
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.
3:42:28 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the motion to recommit H.R. 267 with instructions, which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
3:42:30 P.M.H.R. 267
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 267 — “Making appropriations for the Department of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
4:07:13 P.M.H.R. 267
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 193 – 228 (Roll no. 22).
4:16:44 P.M.H.R. 267
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 244 – 180 (Roll no. 23).
4:16:46 P.M.H.R. 267
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:16:55 P.M.H.R. 265
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 265 — “Making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
4:25:30 P.M.H.R. 265
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 197 – 229 (Roll no. 24).
4:34:15 P.M.H.R. 265
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 243 – 183 (Roll no. 25).
4:34:16 P.M.H.R. 265
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:34:52 P.M.Joint Economic Committee – Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1024(a), and the order of the House of January 3, 2019, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the Joint Economic Committee: Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York.
4:36:47 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.
4:55:31 P.M.SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
6:18:57 P.M.The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 24.
6:19:04 P.M.SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has resumed Special Order speeches.
7:10:22 P.M.Mr. Schweikert moved that the House do now adjourn.
7:10:40 P.M.On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
7:10:41 P.M.The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 11, 2019.

House Activity 1/9/2019

10:00:00 A.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
10:00:07 A.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable Robin L. Kelly to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
10:00:20 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.
11:02:35 A.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.
12:00:02 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 9.
12:00:08 P.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
12:01:47 P.M.The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
12:01:49 P.M.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Ms. Johnson of TX to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
12:02:17 P.M.ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH OF OFFICE – The Speaker administered the Oath of Office to a Member-elect of the 116th Congress who was absent during the Oath of Office administered on January 3, 2019.
12:03:22 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.
12:30:57 P.M. H. Res. 31
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 31 — “Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.”
12:31:26 P.M. H. Res. 31
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
12:31:30 P.M. H. Res. 31
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
12:31:31 P.M. H. Res. 28
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 28 — “Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 264) making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 265) making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 266) making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 267) making appropriations for the Department of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.”
12:34:00 P.M. H. Res. 28
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 28.
1:53:41 P.M. H. Res. 28
On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 – 195 (Roll no. 16).
2:04:29 P.M. H. Res. 28
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 – 195 (Roll no. 17).
2:04:30 P.M. H. Res. 28
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2:04:55 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on a motion to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 226 which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
2:04:56 P.M. H.R. 226
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 226 — “To amend the Small Business Act to include best in class designations in the annual report on small business goals prepared by the Administrator of the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.”
2:14:31 P.M. H.R. 226
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 – 11 (Roll no. 18).
2:14:32 P.M. H.R. 226
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2:14:34 P.M. H. Res. 32
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 32 — “Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.”
2:15:11 P.M. H. Res. 32
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
2:15:17 P.M. H. Res. 32
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2:15:18 P.M. H.R. 264Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 28. H.R. 264 — “Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
2:15:23 P.M. H.R. 264Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 264, H.R. 265, H.R. 266 and H.R. 267. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. The rule provides one hour of debate, orders the previous question, and allows one motion to commit on each bill. The rule waives the requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII for a two-thirds vote to consider a report from the Committee on Rules on the same day it is presented to the House with respect to any resolution reported through the legislative day of January 15, 2019, relating to a measure making or continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019.
2:16:47 P.M. H.R. 264
DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 264.
3:09:04 P.M. H.R. 264
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
3:09:42 P.M. H.R. 264
Mr. Graves (GA) moved to recommit with instructions to the Committee on Appropriations.
3:10:21 P.M. H.R. 264
DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (GA) 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 increase the Office of Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Salaries and Expenses account by $2 million and to decrease the General Services Administration Real Property Activities Federal Buildings Fund by a similar amount.
3:17:37 P.M. H.R. 264
The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.
3:17:38 P.M. H.R. 264
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Graves (GA) motion to recommit with instructions, the Chair put the question on the motion to recommit and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Graves (GA) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day.
3:20:18 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – Pursuant to section 3 of H. Res. 5, the Chair announced that proceedings would resume on H. Res. 6.
3:20:19 P.M. H. Res. 6
Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 6 — “Adopting the Rules of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress, and for other purposes.”
3:20:52 P.M. H. Res. 6
DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on Title III of H. Res. 6.
4:25:48 P.M. H. Res. 6
The previous question on the motion On agreeing to Title III of the resolution was ordered pursuant to the rule.
4:51:28 P.M. H. Res. 6
On agreeing to Title III of the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 – 192 (Roll no. 19).
4:51:40 P.M. H. Res. 6
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:52:05 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the motion to recommit H.R. 264 with instructions, which was debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
4:52:11 P.M. H.R. 264
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 264 — “Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.”
5:01:55 P.M. H.R. 264
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 200 – 227 (Roll no. 20).
5:11:11 P.M. H.R. 264
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 240 – 188 (Roll no. 21).
5:11:13 P.M. H.R. 264
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
5:13:24 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.
5:29:59 P.M.SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
6:29:01 P.M.Mr. Fortenberry moved that the House do now adjourn.
6:29:07 P.M.On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
6:29:08 P.M.The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 10, 2019.

House Activity 1/8/2019

12:00:08 P.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
12:00:12 P.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable James P. McGovern to act as Speaker pro tempore for 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.
12:18:24 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today.
2:00:24 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 8.
2:00:33 P.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
2:01:51 P.M.SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day’s proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Watkins 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. Watkins 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.
2:02:45 P.M.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Watkins to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
2:03:25 P.M.ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH OF OFFICE – On January 4, 2019, Mr. Butterfield administered the oath of office to Representative-elect Walter B. Jones of the Third District of the State of North Carolina pursuant to H. Res. 22, 116th Congress. Mr. Butterfield delivered 2 copies of the oath, signed by Mr. Jones, to the Clerk of the House of Representatives.
2:04:25 P.M.WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE – Under clause 5(d) of rule 20, the Chair announced to the House that, in light of the administration of the oath to the gentleman from North Carolina, the whole number of the House is 434.
2:04:38 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches.
2:09:35 P.M.United States Semiquincentennial Commission – Pursuant to section 4 of the United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016 (Public Law 114-196), and the order of the House of January 3, 2019, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the United States Semiquincentennial Commission: Mr. Evans.
2:10:35 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 4:00 p.m. today.
4:00:09 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 8.
4:00:17 P.M. H. Res. 26
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 26 — “Electing Members to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.”
4:00:38 P.M. H. Res. 26
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
4:00:49 P.M. H. Res. 26
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:00:50 P.M.The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
4:01:18 P.M. H.R. 259
Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 259 — “To extend the Medicaid Money Follows the Person Rebalancing demonstration, to extend protection for Medicaid recipients of home and community-based services against spousal impoverishment, and for other purposes.”
4:01:35 P.M. H.R. 259
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:01:37 P.M. H.R. 259
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 259.
4:13:28 P.M. H.R. 259
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
4:13:48 P.M. H.R. 259
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4:13:50 P.M. H.R. 269
Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 269 — “To reauthorize certain programs under the Public Health Service Act and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to public health security and all-hazards preparedness and response, to clarify the regulatory framework with respect to certain nonprescription drugs that are marketed without an approved drug application, and for other purposes.”
4:14:07 P.M. H.R. 269
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:14:09 P.M. H.R. 269
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 269.
4:36:40 P.M. H.R. 269
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.
4:36:44 P.M. H.R. 251
Mr. Thompson (MS) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 251 — “To extend by two years the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.”
4:37:45 P.M. H.R. 251
Considered under suspension of the rules.
4:37:47 P.M. H.R. 251DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 251.
5:00:36 P.M. H.R. 251
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.
5:00:39 P.M. H.R. 226
Ms. Velazquez moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 226 — “To amend the Small Business Act to include best in class designations in the annual report on small business goals prepared by the Administrator of the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.”
5:01:33 P.M. H.R. 226
Considered under suspension of the rules.
5:01:36 P.M. H.R. 226
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 226.
5:15:21 P.M. H.R. 226
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
5:15:25 P.M. H.R. 227
Ms. Velazquez moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 227 — “To amend the Small Business Act to specify what credit is given for certain subcontractors and to provide a dispute process for non-payment to subcontractors, and for other purposes.”
5:16:08 P.M. H.R. 227
Considered under suspension of the rules.
5:16:09 P.M. H.R. 227
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 227.
5:23:08 P.M. H.R. 227
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
5:23:12 P.M. H.R. 227
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
5:23:13 P.M. H.R. 128
Ms. Velazquez moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. H.R. 128 — “To clarify the primary functions and duties of the Office of Advocacy of the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.”
5:23:48 P.M. H.R. 128
Considered under suspension of the rules.
5:23:49 P.M. H.R. 128
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 128.
5:31:48 P.M. H.R. 128
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
5:31:52 P.M. H.R. 128
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
5:32:03 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for approximately 6:30 P.M. today.
6:30:05 P.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 8.
6:30:14 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on motions to suspend the rules, which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.
6:30:52 P.M. H.R. 269
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 269 — “To reauthorize certain programs under the Public Health Service Act and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to public health security and all-hazards preparedness and response, to clarify the regulatory framework with respect to certain nonprescription drugs that are marketed without an approved drug application, and for other purposes.”
7:01:34 P.M. H.R. 269
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 – 17 (Roll no. 13).
7:01:35 P.M. H.R. 269
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
7:07:52 P.M.MOMENT OF SILENCE – The Chair led the House in observing a moment of silence in memory of those affected by the shooting in Tucson, Arizona, on January 8, 2011.
7:08:33 P.M. H.R. 251
Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 251 — “To extend by two years the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.”
7:18:47 P.M. H.R. 251
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 – 3 (Roll no. 14).
7:18:48 P.M. H.R. 251
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
7:18:52 P.M.UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on the Speaker’s approval of the Journal and put the question de novo.
7:29:29 P.M.On approving the Journal Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 – 161, 2 Present (Roll no. 15).
7:29:55 P.M.Mr. McGovern filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 28.
7:31:11 P.M.ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.
7:46:25 P.M.SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
7:50:35 P.M.Mr. Meuser moved that the House do now adjourn.
7:50:40 P.M.On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
7:50:41 P.M.The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on January 9, 2019.

House Activity 1/3/2019

11:00:08 A.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
11:00:15 A.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable Steve Womack to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
11:00:37 A.M.Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
11:01:34 A.M.SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – Pursuant to section 2(a) of H. Res. 1180, the Journal of the last day’s proceedings was approved.
11:01:46 A.M.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
11:02:28 A.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair.
11:55:09 A.M.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of January 3.
11:56:03 A.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn Sine Die.

House Activity 1/2/2019

12:00:35 P.M.The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
12:00:38 P.M.The Speaker designated the Honorable Fred Upton to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
12:00:53 P.M.Today’s prayer was offered by Monsignor Stephen J. Rossetti, Catholic University of America, Washington, DC.
12:01:47 P.M.SPEAKER’S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL – Pursuant to section 2(a) of H. Res. 1180, the Journal of the last day’s proceedings was approved.
12:01:53 P.M.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
12:02:12 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 gentlewoman from New Mexico, the whole number of the House is 432.
12:02:50 P.M.The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 2(b) of H. Res. 1180. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on January 3, 2019.

420,000 people are working without pay over the holidays. 380,000 federal workers from NASA, HUD, Commerce and the IRS are furloughed.
All 58 of our country’s national parks are closed, as is the National Zoo, National Gallery of Art, National Archives, and Smithsonian museums.
“I am proud to shut down the government…I will take the mantle. I will be the one to shut it down. I’m not gonna blame you for it,” said Donald Trump on December 11th.
Trump and the Republicans own this shameful government shutdown. They control both chambers of Congress and the White House. What a terrible Christmas present to America.

Contact Congress to demand an end to the #TrumpShutDown with no funding for Trump’s wall. More than 40,000 people have sent messages to Congress, let’s see if we can double this over the weekend.

TSA agents are working without pay. The 5,000 U.S. Forest Service firefighters who did heroic and exhausting work this year in California and across the country are also working without pay.
All of this on the whim of an incompetent, ego-driven president. Trump is unqualified to serve in this office, as this week of international and domestic chaos makes clear once again. He has no values besides greed, no compassion for anyone outside of his immediate family, and no clue how to serve the public.

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  24-oz. plastic packages containing approximately 9 links of “ZEIGLER A TRADITION OF GREAT TASTE RED HOTS” with a “Use By Jan 24 19” date.
  24-oz. plastic packages containing approximately 9 links of “EXTRA HOT ZEIGLER A TRADITION OF GREAT TASTE RED HOTS” with a “Use By Jan 24 19” date.Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Jeff Berry at R. L. Zeigler Co., Inc. at (334) 410-9845.
• Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of fresh Cauliflower Rice, Veggie Cauliflower Rice Blend and Stir-Fry Mix with Cauliflower, sold in the produce department between 12/7/18 and 12/18/18, because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7). E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.
  The recalled products (with use-by dates of 12/11/18 through 12/22/18) are as follows:
  Wegmans Cauliflower Rice, 1 lb. pkg. UPC #25313500000
  Wegmans Cauliflower Rice, 8 oz. pkg. UPC #25307200000
  Wegmans Stir Fry Blend (with cauliflower), 1 lb. pkg. UPC #25335800000
  Wegmans Veggie (cauliflower) Rice Blend (sold by the pound), UPC #253162000000
  The recalled products were distributed to 98 Wegmans stores in N.Y., N.J., Pa., Md., Va. and Mass.
  No illnesses have been reported to date.
  The recall was initiated by Produce Packaging, Inc. based in Cleveland, OH, which supplies these products to Wegmans and notified Wegmans that the product may have been contaminated.
  Wegmans has placed automated phone calls to customers who purchased the product using their Shoppers Club card.
  Customers who purchased the recalled products from Wegmans between December 7 and December 18 should return them to the service desk for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Wegmans Consumer Affairs department toll free at 1-855-934-3663 Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern time.
• Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, Inc., a Faribault, Minn. establishment, is recalling approximately 164,210 pounds of raw ground turkey products that may be contaminated with Salmonella Reading, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  The raw ground turkey items were produced on October 22, 2018 and October 23, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
  3-lb. packages of “Jennie-O GROUND TURKEY 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 and 11/13/18 on the side of the trays.
  1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O GROUND TURKEY 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.
  1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O TACO SEASONED GROUND TURKEY” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.
  1-lb. packages of “Jennie-O ITALIAN SEASONED GROUND TURKEY” with “Use or freeze by” dates of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.
  3-lb. packages of “Jennie-O Ground Turkey 85% LEAN | 15% FAT” with a “Use or freeze by” date of 11/13/18 on the side of the trays.
  2.5-lb. packages of “Jennie-O Ground Turkey 93% LEAN | 7% FAT” with a “Use or freeze by” date of 11/13/18 on the side of the trays.
  3-lb. packages of “STATER BROS. 85% LEAN | 15% FAT ALL NATURAL Ground Turkey” with a “Use or freeze by” date of 11/12/18 on the side of the trays.Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Hormel Consumer Engagement, at (800) 621-3505. Media with questions regarding the recall can contact Media Relations at, media@hormel.com or (507) 434 6352.
• RXBAR has recalled the following products with the specified date codes, as these products may contain traces of peanuts, which are not listed in the ingredients:
  RXBAR Description UPC Number BEST BY Date Code
  Chocolate Sea Salt 8-57777-00423-2 06 10 2019 through 06 15 2019
  Coconut Chocolate 8-57777-00421-8 06 15 2019 through 06 17 2019 If you have any questions, you may call Trader Joe’s Customer Relations at (626) 599-3817 [Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Pacific Time]
• Inspired Organics, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of Organic Almond Butter due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
  The product was distributed exclusively by Lipari Foods. LLC in Warren, Michigan to food service and retail stores throughout Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
  The affected product can be identified by:
  Brand
  Product
  Lipari Item #
  Size
  Best By Date
  Lot #
  UPC
  Inspired Organics
  Organic Almond Butter
  967067
  16oz
  02/20
  239
  863669742540
  This was brought to our attention after product testing initiated by Inspired Organics LLC returned positive test results for Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Inspired Organics initiated this testing out of an abundance of caution following a previous recall of a similar product which had also tested positive for contamination of Listeria monocytogenes through testing conducted by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). We are working closely with the manufacturer, MDARD, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to understand the cause of the situation and ensure that all affected product has been pulled from commerce. No illnesses have been reported to date.
  Lipari Foods began shipping the product on October 31, 2018.
  Consumers who have purchased these recalled products should not consume them. Consumers should discard the products or return them to the point of purchase. Consumers with questions should call Customer Service at 800-729-3354, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm, EST, Monday through Friday.
  Link to Original Recall
• Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc., a Pueblo, Colo. establishment, is recalling approximately 956 pounds of ready-to-eat poultry products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains eggs, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.
  The ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wrap items were produced on various dates from Nov. 12, 2018 through Dec. 16, 2018. The following product is subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
  11.3-oz. plastic clamshell packages containing “Boar’s Head EVERROAST CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP,” with “SELL BY” dates from 11/15/18 through 12/19/18.
  The product subject to recall bears establishment number “P45204B” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in New Mexico.
  The problem was discovered on Dec. 17, 2018 when the company notified FSIS inspection program personnel that the incorrect ingredient statement had been used for the final product.
  There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Amy Rotenberg at (202) 756-1028. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. Customer Service at (877) 433-2173.
• Adam Bros. Farming, Inc. of Santa Maria, California is recalling red leaf lettuce, green leaf lettuce and cauliflower harvested on November 27 through 30, 2018 out of an abundance of caution, because it may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7 bacteria (E. Coli O157:H7).
  None of the recalled product has tested positive for E. coli O157:H7. No illnesses have been reported.
  Adam Bros. Farming, Inc. feels a strong commitment to its customers and has worked for years to provide a safe and healthy food supply. Out of an abundance of caution, Adam Bros.
  Farming, Inc. is initiating this voluntary recall in cooperation with the FDA. The recall involves produce harvested between November 27, 2018 and November 30, 2018, grown in particular fields. It does not involve all of Adam Bros. Farming, Inc.’s products. As of 12/13/2018 Adam Bros. Farming, Inc. has notified its effected customers of all product that was recalled, asking that the product not be eaten, sold, or transferred. Furthermore, Adam Bros. Farming, Inc. asked that its customers notify the downline chain of custody to insure a full recall.
  Cauliflower was distributed to wholesalers in AZ, CA, IL, LA, MD, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA. Tijuana, Mexico, and Canada ; red and green leaf lettuce was distributed to wholesalers in CA, CO, OR, TX, PA, WA, and Canada; red leaf lettuce only was distributed to a wholesaler in MN, and Tijuana, Mexico.The recall was initiated after it was discovered that sediment from a reservoir near where the produce was grown tested positive for E. coli O157:H7. Filtered and treated water from the reservoir may have come in contact with the produce after it was harvested. None of the filtered, treated water has tested positive for E. coli, all E. coli tests returning negative. This bacteria may cause a diarrheal illness from which most healthy adults can recover completely within a week. Some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.Consumers who have purchased any of the referenced product are urged to return it to the place of purchase or destroy it. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-805-925- 0339
• Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc., a Pueblo, Colo. establishment, is recalling approximately 956 pounds of ready-to-eat poultry products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains eggs, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.
  The ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wrap items were produced on various dates from Nov. 12, 2018 through Dec. 16, 2018. The following product is subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]
  11.3-oz. plastic clamshell packages containing “Boar’s Head EVERROAST CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP,” with “SELL BY” dates from 11/15/18 through 12/19/18.
  The product subject to recall bears establishment number “P45204B” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in New Mexico.There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.  Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Amy Rotenberg at (202) 756-1028. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. Customer Service at (877) 433-2173.
• Kimberly-Clark announced a voluntary product recall of its U by Kotex® Sleek® Tampons, Regular Absorbency, sold throughout the United States and Canada for a quality-related defect that could impact the performance of this product.
  The recall is limited to specific lots of U by Kotex® Sleek® Tampons, Regular Absorbency, that were manufactured between October 7, 2016 and October 16, 2018 and distributed between October 17, 2016 and October 23, 2018. Consumers can identify this product by looking for specific lot numbers found on the bottom of the package. A full list of recalled lot numbers is available on the U by Kotex® website. Retailers have been alerted to remove the recalled lot numbers from shelves and post a notification in their stores.
  No other U by Kotex-branded products are subject to this recall.
  Kimberly-Clark has received reports from consumers of the U by Kotex® Sleek® Tampons, Regular Absorbency, unraveling and/or coming apart upon removal, and in some cases causing users to seek medical attention to remove tampon pieces left in the body. There also have been a small number of reports of infections, vaginal irritation, localized vaginal injury, and other symptoms.
  Any consumer with the impacted U by Kotex® Sleek® Tampons, Regular Absorbency, in their possession should stop using the product immediately and promptly contact Kimberly-Clark’s Consumer Service team at 1-888-255-3499 between 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday, for information regarding this recall. Consumers who experience vaginal injury, (pain, bleeding, or discomfort), vaginal irritation (itching or swelling), urogenital infections (bladder and/or vaginal bacterial and/or yeast infections), or other symptoms such as hot flashes, abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting following use of the impacted product should seek immediate medical attention. http://www.kimberly-clark.com/
• Mannarich Food, Inc., the Importer of Record, a Toronto, Canada firm, is recalling approximately 145,245 pounds of Siluriformes products that were not presented at the U.S. point of entry for inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  The Siluriformes products were imported to the U.S. on various dates from June 26, 2017 through November 13, 2018. The products have a shelf life of two years and all lots produced are included in the recall. The following products are subject to recall:
  300-g. plastic containers containing “FISH PASTE.”
  300-g. plastic containers containing “MANNARICH FISH PASTE WITH BLACK MOSS.”
  2-kg. sealed plastic bags containing “FISH PASTE WITH BLACK MOSS.”
  3-kg. sealed plastic bags containing “FISH BALL WITH BLACK MOSS.”
  2-kg. sealed plastic bags containing “FISH PASTE.”
  The products were imported from Malaysia, a country that is not eligible to export Siluriformes to the United States. These items were shipped to a wholesale and retail locations nationwide.Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Raphael Lo, Operations Manager of Mannarich Foods, Inc. at (647) 228-0204.
• Achdut LTD. of Ariel, Israel, is recalling its Tahini products of all packages and sizes produced on the following dates: April 7th to May 21st 2018, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
  The recalled “Tahini” was distributed internationally in retail stores and through mail orders.
  The tahini products are Tahini, Whole Tahini, Organic Tahini and Seasoned Tahini. Container sizes: 15oz, 16oz, 17.6oz, 635 oz (428g, 454g, 500g, 18Kg), with lot numbers 18-097 to 18-141 or with expiration dates April 7th to May 21st 2020, while the Baron’s brand carries an expiration date of 5/5/2021. The brand names of the products are: Achdut, Baron’s, S&F, Pepperwood, Soom and Achva.
  Achdut is collaborating with health officials in connection with a positive finding of Salmonella in a US import sample of Achdut Tahini linked to a Salmonella outbreak that is currently being investigated by FDA and public health officials.
  The probable root cause for this recall is cross contamination. The company has eliminated the source of contamination and preventive steps were taken.
  Consumers who have purchased the Tahini above are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 972-3-9068020, Sun-Thu 08:00-17:00 GMT+2.
• Vermont Packinghouse, LLC, a N. Springfield, Vt. establishment, is recalling approximately 10,828 pounds of raw intact bone-in beef quarters from cattle identified as being over 30 months of age because the products may contain specified risk materials (SRM), specifically vertebral column, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  The carcasses were slaughtered from Feb. 8, 2018 to June 8, 2018. The following products are subject to recall:
  White butcher paper wrapped packages of fresh T-bone and Porterhouse steaks from Walden Local Butcher Shop in Boston, Massachusetts.
  The quartered carcasses were shipped from Vermont Packinghouse, LLC to the one retail location for further processing and were wrapped in butcher paper for consumers. The products were only sold at the one physical retail location. The products were not shipped to consumers who have memberships with the retailer. 
• Amboy Group, LLC, a Woodbridge, N.J. establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of raw boneless and skinless poultry products because the products are misbranded and may contain milk, egg, and soy, known allergens, which are not declared on the finished product label, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  The raw boneless and skinless poultry products were produced on various dates from Dec. 5, 2016 through Dec. 5, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]
  16-oz. plastic trays of “Shop Rite Ready To Cook BONELESS & SKINLESS Chicken Breast Italian Style Panko Breaded.”
  16-oz. plastic trays of “Shop Rite Ready To Cook BONELESS & SKINLESS Chicken Breast Sundried Tomato Panko Breaded.”
  16-oz. plastic trays of “Shop Rite Ready To Cook BONELESS & SKINLESS Chicken Breast Parmesan Panko Breaded.”
  16-oz. plastic trays of “Shop Rite Ready To Cook BONELESS & SKINLESS Chicken Breast Mustard Panko Breaded.”
  The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-33789” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations in New Jersey. Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Logan McNamara, Controller of Amboy Group, LLC, at (732) 682-8329.
• Vermont Packinghouse, LLC, a N. Springfield, Vt. establishment, is recalling approximately 10,828 pounds of raw intact bone-in beef quarters from cattle identified as being over 30 months of age because the products may contain specified risk materials (SRM), specifically vertebral column, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  The carcasses were slaughtered from Feb. 8, 2018 to June 8, 2018. The following products are subject to recall:
  White butcher paper wrapped packages of fresh T-bone and Porterhouse steaks from Walden Local Butcher Shop in Boston, Massachusetts.
  The quartered carcasses were shipped from Vermont Packinghouse, LLC to the one retail location for further processing and were wrapped in butcher paper for consumers.Consumers and media with questions about the recall can contact at Arion Thiboumery, General Manager of Vermont Packinghouse, LLC, at (802) 886-8688 ext. 2001.
• CTI Foods LLC, an Owingsville, Ky. establishment, is recalling approximately 29,028 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat (RTE) pork and poultry sausage links products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
  The frozen, ready-to-eat sausage links items were produced and packaged on Aug. 4, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Label (PDF Only)]
  23.4-oz. pouches of “Jimmy Dean HEAT ’n SERVE Original SAUSAGE LINKS Made with Pork & Turkey” with a Use By date of Jan. 31, 19. The product bears case code A6382168, with a time stamp range of 11:58 through 01:49.
  The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 19085” on the back of the product packaging. These items were shipped to an establishment in Tennessee where the product was further distributed to retail stores.
  The problem was discovered on Dec. 10, 2018, when FSIS received notification that the establishment had received five consumer complaints of metal pieces in the RTE sausage links.
  Consumers with questions about the recall can contact the Jimmy Dean customer service line at (855) 382-3101. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Worth Sparkman, senior manager for communication, at (479) 290-6358.
• • 085-2018 Expansion, JBS Tolleson, Inc. Recalls Raw Beef Products Due to Possible Salmonella Newport Contamination (Dec. 4, 2018)
  • 085-2018, JBS Tolleson, Inc. Recalls Raw Beef Products Due to Possible Salmonella Newport Contamination (Oct. 4, 2018)
• Tris Pharma, Inc. has voluntarily recalled three (3) lots of Infants’ Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension, USP (NSAID) 50 mg per 1.25 mL, to the retail level. The recalled lots of the product have been found to potentially have higher concentrations of ibuprofen.The product is used as a pain reliever/fever reducer and was packaged in 0.5 oz. bottles for the recalled lots listed below:

NDC;
LOT;
EXPIRATION;
DESCRIPTION ;
COMPANY;
49035-125-23
00717009A
00717015A
00717024A
02/19
04/19
08/19
Equate: Infants’ Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension,
USP (NSAID), 50 mg per 1.25 mL,
0.5 oz. bottle
Wal-Mart Stores Inc
59779-925-23
00717024A
08/19
CVS Health: Infants’ Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension,
USP (NSAID), 50 mg per 1.25 mL,
0.5 oz. bottle
CVS Pharmacy
55319-250-23
00717024A
08/19
Family Wellness: Infants’ Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension,
USP (NSAID), 50 mg per 1.25 mL,
0.5 oz. bottle
Family Dollar Services Inc.
Tris Pharma, Inc. sold the affected lots of Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension, USP (NSAID) 50 mg per 1.25 mL to one customer, which distributed the lots into the US market. Tris Pharma, Inc. has notified its customer by urgent recall notice and is arranging for the return of the recalled product.
Wholesalers and retailers of the product should stop further distribution of the affected lots of Ibuprofen Concentrated Oral Suspension, USP (NSAID) 50 mg per 1.25 mL, which are being recalled.
Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Tris Customer Service at 732-940-0358 (Monday through Friday, 8:00am ET- 5:00pm PT) or via email at Customer Service Email . Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.

• JBS Tollseon Updates go to:   foodsafetynews.com
• JBS Tolleson, Inc., a Tolleson, Ariz. establishment, is recalling approximately 12,093,271 pounds of non-intact raw beef products that may be contaminated with Salmonella Newport, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The raw, non-intact beef items, including ground beef, were packaged on various dates from July 26, 2018 to Sept. 7, 2018. The following products are subject to recall:  [Products List (PDF) | Product Labels (PDF only)|  The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 267” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to a retail locations and institutions nationwide.  AfterFSIS Recall 085-2018 on October 4, 2018, FSIS, CDC, and state public health and agriculture partners continued to investigate the outbreak of Salmonella Newport illnesses. The epidemiological investigation has identified 246 confirmed case-patients from 26 states with illness onset dates ranging from July 26 to September 7, 2018. An additional 16 case-patients have provided receipts or shopper card numbers for the product traceback investigations. Specific traceback for three case-patients have identified JBS Tolleson, Inc., EST. 267 ground beef products that were not part of the October 4, 2018 recall. FSIS will continue to work with public health partners and provide updated information should it become available. Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact the JBS USA Consumer Hotline at (800) 727-2333. Members of the media with questions regarding the recall can contact Misty Barnes, public relations specialist at JBS USA, at (970) 506-7805.

Voter suppression was rampant throughout the midterm elections. Millions of voters were purged from rolls, polling places were shut down, and discriminatory gerrymandering diluted the power of people’s voices.

Despite efforts to silence Americans, voters delivered a mandate – and an opportunity – to move our democracy forward. It’s time for Congress to listen.

Right now, the House of Representatives is putting together a package – called H.R. 1 – to make it happen. H.R. 1 is a comprehensive package of reforms that includes protections against voter suppression, independent redistricting commissions, automatic voter registration and political spending restrictions.
But it’s up to us to push the House leadership to make H.R. 1 as strong as it can be – especially as special interest groups and others who prefer the status quo try to weaken it.

We need a democracy where voters are protected from discrimination and can make themselves heard at the ballot box. A democracy where electoral districts are drawn fairly, so that every voter’s ballot is worth the same. A democracy that isn’t bought and paid for by the highest corporate bidder. And a democracy where ordinary Americans – more women, people of color, and working people – can run for office without relying on special interest Big Money.

HR1
Just imagine what a Congress that took our democracy seriously could accomplish

Onwards,
Amy Korngiebel
Director of Distribution
Brave New Films