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the Senate Convened at 9:30amET October 6, 2011

Following any Leader remarks, the Senate will resume consideration of
S.1619, the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act with the time until
10:30am equally divided and controlled between the two Leaders or their
designees.
As a reminder to all Senators, cloture was filed on S.1619 during Tuesday’s
session. As a result, the filing deadline for 2^nd degree amendments
to S.1619 is at 10:00am on Thursday.
At approximately 10:30am, there will be a roll call vote on the motion to
invoke cloture on S.1619.

The filing deadline for all 2^nd degree amendments to S.1619, the
Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act is 10:00am today, Thursday, October
6, 2011. If your Senator has a germane 2^nd degree amendment and
would like to preserve his or her right to offer, please send a signed copy of
the amendment to the cloakroom prior to the deadline so that we may file it for
you. If you have already filed, there is no need to re-file.

At approximately 10:30am today, there will be a roll call vote on the motion to
invoke cloture on S.1619, the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act.

VOTES

10:31am The Senate began a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on
S.1619, the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act; Invoked: 62-38

On the Cloture Motion: Motion to Invoke Cloture on S. 1619; A bill to
provide for identification of misaligned currency, require action to correct the
misalignment, and for other purposes.
Result: Agreed to (62-38, 3/5
threshold)
Details: [click here]

6:41pm The Senate began a roll call vote on the question “Should the ruling of
the Chair be sustained?”; Not Sustained: 48-51

During Thursday’s session, cloture was filed on the motion to proceed to
S.1660, the American Jobs Act. By unanimous consent, this vote will occur on
Tuesday, October 11, 2011.

At approximately 5:30pm, the Senate will conduct 3 roll call votes in
relation to the following:

confirmation of Executive Calendar #250, Jane Margaret Triche-Milazzo, to be
US District Judge for the E.D. of Louisiana,
passage of S.1618, the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act and
motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to S.1660, the American
Jobs Act.

This evening, Senator Reid asked unanimous consent that the Senate conduct up
to 8 roll call votes in relation to the following:

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the McConnell amendment #735
(Jobs Act)(67-vote threshold);

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the Coburn amendment #670
(foreign aid)(67-vote threshold);

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the Paul amendment #678 (Fed
funding audit)(67-vote threshold);

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the Barrasso amendment #672
(cement)(67-vote threshold);

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the Hatch amendment #680
(currency alternative) (67-vote threshold);

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the Cornyn amendment #677
(fighter planes/Taiwan)(67-vote threshold);

– motion to suspend rule 22 with respect to the DeMint amendment #689 (Right
to Work)(67-vote threshold); and

– passage of S.1619, the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act
(majority threshold).

Senator McConnell objected to Senator Reid’s request.

At a time to be determined by the Majority Leader in consultation with the
Republican Leader, the Senate will proceed to the consideration of the following
bills, en bloc, notwithstanding not having received the bills from the
House:

– H.R.3080, United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

– H.R. 3079, United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation
Act and

– H.R.3078, United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation
Act

There will be up to twelve hours of debate equally divided between the two
Leaders, or their designees. Upon the use or yielding back of time and the
receipt of papers from the House, the Senate will proceed to vote on passage of
the bills in the order listed above. Of the Majority time, Senator Baucus will
control 20 minutes, Senator Brown (OH) will control one hour and Senator Sanders
will control one hour.

During today’s session, the Majority Leader announced his intention to
complete action on the bills on Wednesday, October 12, 2011.

LEGISLATIVE
ITEMS

Passed H.R.2944, the United States Parole Commission Extension Act of 2011
with a Coburn amendment which reduces the extension from 3 years to 2 years.

Discharged Judiciary and Passed S.1639, a bill to amend title 36, United
States Code, to authorize the American Legion under its Federal charter to
provide guidance and leadership to the individual departments and posts of the
American Legion, and for other purposes.

Discharged Judiciary and Adopted S.Res.201, expressing the regret of the
Senate for the passage of the Chinese Exclusion Laws with a Brown (MA)
amendment.

Adopted S.Res.288, designating the week beginning October 9, 2011, as
“National Wildlife Refuge Week”.

Adopted S.Res.289, celebrating the life and achievements of Reverend Fred Lee
Shuttlesworth and honoring him for his tireless efforts in the fights against
segregation and his steadfast commitment to the civil rights of all people.

Adopted S.Res.290, supporting the designation of October 6, 2011, as
“Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Day”.

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CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE

DAY OF OCTOBER 6,

2011 112TH CONGRESS – FIRST SESSION

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 4:19:28 P.M. -The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on October 7, 2011.4:19:27 P.M.

-On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.4:19:14 P.M. -Mr. Burton (IN) moved that the House do now adjourn.3:32:22 P.M.

-SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.3:26:32 P.M.

-ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.3:25:58 P.M. -Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Friday, October 7, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, for Morning-Hour Debate. Agreed to without objection.3:25:57 P.M. -Mr. Cantor asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 10:00 a.m. on October 7. Agreed to without objection.2:53:46 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.2:52:45 P.M. -Mr. Dreier filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 425.2:50:17 P.M. -H.R. 2250Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2250 as unfinished business.2:49:54 P.M. -H.R. 2250On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.2:49:39 P.M. -H.R. 2250Mr. Whitfield moved that the Committee rise.2:49:31 P.M. -H.R. 2250On agreeing to the Doyle amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 147 – 251, 1 Present (Roll no. 770).2:45:46 P.M. -H.R. 2250On agreeing to the Capps amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 153 – 254 (Roll no. 769).2:41:31 P.M. -H.R. 2250On agreeing to the Hahn amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 151 – 255 (Roll no. 768).2:36:54 P.M. -H.R. 2250On agreeing to the Rush amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 156 – 242 (Roll no. 767).2:33:42 P.M. -H.R. 2250On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 167 – 243 (Roll no. 766).2:15:58 P.M. -H.R. 2250UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed.2:15:52 P.M. -H.R. 2250The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.2:15:37 P.M. -H.R. 2250Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2250 — “To provide additional time for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue achievable standards for industrial, commercial, and institutional boilers, process heaters, and incinerators, and for other purposes.”2:15:02 P.M. -On motion to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 – 173 (Roll no. 765).1:49:40 P.M. -Mr. Whitfield moved to table the appeal of the ruling of the Chair.1:48:40 P.M. -The Chair announced that the pending question is will the decision of the Chair stand as the judgement of the House?1:48:39 P.M. -Mr. Jackson (IL) moved to appeal the ruling of the Chair.1:39:38 P.M. -POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE – Pursuant to rule IX, the Chair recognized Mr. Jackson (IL) to offer a previously noticed resolution raising a question of the privileges of the House. The Chair directed the Clerk to report the resolution and then recognized Mr. Jackson (IL) to present argument as to why the resolution should be considered as privileged under rule IX. Subsequently, the Chair announced that, upon examination, the resolution did not affect “the rights of the House collectively, its safety, dignity, or the integrity of its proceedings” within the meaning of clause 1 of rule IX and did not qualify as a question of the privileges of the House.1:38:27 P.M. -H.R. 2250Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2250 as unfinished business.1:38:17 P.M. -H.R. 2250On motion to rise Agreed to by voice vote.1:38:00 P.M. -H.R. 2250Mr. Whitfield moved to rise.1:37:35 P.M. -H.R. 2250POSTPONED 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. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.1:25:27 P.M. -H.R. 2250DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Doyle amendment No. 4 under the five-minute rule.1:25:24 P.M. -H.R. 2250An amendment, offered by Mr. Doyle, numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to establish a date for compliance with standards and requirements in accordance with 112(i)(3) of the Clean Air Act and allows the Administrator to provide an extension for such compliance up to one year, but in no case beyond the date that is 5 years after the effective date of such regulation.1:25:04 P.M. -H.R. 2250POSTPONED 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. Ms. Capps demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.1:16:54 P.M. -H.R. 2250DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Capps amendment No. 16 under the five-minute rule.1:16:51 P.M. -H.R. 2250An amendment, offered by Mrs. Capps, numbered 16 printed in the Congressional Record to add a section which includes findings for health costs and benefits for the rules specified in section 3(b).1:15:35 P.M. -H.R. 2250POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Hahn amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Hahn demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.1:07:04 P.M. -H.R. 2250DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Hahn amendment No. 15 under the five-minute rule.1:07:01 P.M. -H.R. 2250An amendment, offered by Ms. Hahn, numbered 15 printed in the Congressional Record to require the current boiler rules and regulations to stay in effect for the ten metropolitan areas of the United States with the worst air quality.1:06:31 P.M. -H.R. 2250POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Rush amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rush demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.12:57:32 P.M. -H.R. 2250DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Rush amendment No. 6 under the five-minute rule.12:57:11 P.M. -H.R. 2250An amendment, offered by Mr. Rush, numbered 6 printed in the Congressional Record to add a section that this Act shall not be intended to supercede, or limit the provisions of the Clean Air Act.12:56:53 P.M. -H.R. 2250POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Waxman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.11:54:27 A.M. -H.R. 2250DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waxman amendment No. 9 under the five-minute rule.11:54:05 A.M. -H.R. 2250An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 9 printed in the Congressional Record to insert a section for the protection of infants and children.11:53:33 A.M. -H.R. 2250The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.11:53:17 A.M. -H.R. 2250Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2250 — “To provide additional time for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue achievable standards for industrial, commercial, and institutional boilers, process heaters, and incinerators, and for other purposes.”11:45:12 A.M. -NOTIFICATION OF INTENT TO OFFER RESOLUTION – Pursuant to clause 2 of rule IX, Mr. Jackson (IL) was recognized to give notice of his intent to raise a question of the privileges of the House and proceeded to present the form of a resolution. Subsequently, under rule IX, the Chair announced that it would not at this point determine whether the resolution noticed by Mr. Jackson (IL) constituted a question of privilege, but, rather, would make the determination at the time designated for consideration of the resolution.11:45:11 A.M. -H.R. 2681Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.11:45:10 A.M. -H.R. 2681On passage Passed by recorded vote: 262 – 161 (Roll no. 764).11:37:47 A.M. -H.R. 2681On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 176 – 247 (Roll no. 763).11:18:36 A.M. -H.R. 2681The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.11:07:32 A.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capps motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions in the motion seek to report the same to the House with an amendment to protect infants, children, and pregnant women form toxic and cancer-causing air pollutants, by requiring the EPA Administrator to not delay action to reduce air pollution from cement kilns that are within 5 miles of any school, day care center, playground or hospital with a maternity ward or neo-natal unit. Any facility that will have regulation of its air pollutant emissions delayed by this bill is required to notify affected communities no later than 90 days after the date of enactment.11:06:44 A.M. -H.R. 2681Mrs. Capps moved to recommit with instructions to Energy and Commerce.11:05:53 A.M. -H.R. 2681The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.11:05:49 A.M. -H.R. 2681The 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.11:05:48 A.M. -H.R. 2681The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 2681.11:04:50 A.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Edwards amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 165 – 258 (Roll no. 762).11:00:48 A.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Keating amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 162 – 257 (Roll no. 761).10:56:30 A.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Cohen amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 172 – 248, 1 Present (Roll no. 760).10:29:59 A.M. -H.R. 2681UNFINISHED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was on adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings were postponed.10:28:46 A.M. -H.R. 2681The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.10:28:34 A.M. -H.R. 2681Considered as unfinished business. H.R. 2681 — “To provide additional time for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue achievable standards for cement manufacturing facilities, and for other purposes.”10:28:00 A.M. -H.R. 2250Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2250 as unfinished business.10:27:43 A.M. -H.R. 2250Mr. Whitfield moved that the commitee rise.9:16:41 A.M. -H.R. 2250GENERAL DEBATE – The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2250.9:16:04 A.M. -H.R. 2250The Speaker designated the Honorable Jeff Denham to act as Chairman of the Committee.9:16:03 A.M. -H.R. 2250House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 419 and Rule XVIII.9:15:25 A.M. -H.R. 2250Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2681 and H.R. 2250 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. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII in a daily issue dated October 4, 2011, or earlier and except pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate.9:15:20 A.M. -H.R. 2250Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 419. H.R. 2250 — “To provide additional time for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue achievable standards for industrial, commercial, and institutional boilers, process heaters, and incinerators, and for other purposes.”9:01:50 A.M. -ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to five per side of the aisle.9:01:28 A.M. -PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Cicilline to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.9:01:21 A.M. -The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.9:00:16 A.M. -Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.9:00:03 A.M. -The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

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the Senate Convenes: 10:00am ET October 5, 2011

Following any Leader remarks, the Senate will be in morning business for one
hour with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each and the
Republicans controlling the first half and the Majority controlling the final
half.
Following morning business, the Senate will resume consideration of S.1619,
the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act. As a reminder to all Senators,
the Majority Leader filed cloture on S.1619 during Tuesday’s session. As a
result, the filing deadline for all first degree amendments to the bill is at
1:00pm on Wednesday. Unless an agreement is reached, this cloture vote will
occur Thursday morning. Roll call votes in relation to amendments to the bill
are possible during Wednesday’s session.

Tuesday evening, cloture was filed on S.1619, the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act. As a result, the filing deadline for first degree amendments to the bill is 1:00pm today, Wednesday, October 05, 2011. If your Senator has a germane first degree amendment and would like to preserve his or her right to offer, please send a signed copy of the amendment to the cloakroom prior to the deadline so that we may file it for you. If you have already filed, there is no need to re-file.

Adopted S.Res.287, designating October 2011 as “Filipino American History
Month”.

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CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS

LEGISLATIVE DAY OF OCTOBER 5, 2011

112TH CONGRESS – FIRST SESSION

-SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.7:30:42 P.M. -Mr. Whitfield asked unanimous consent That, when the House adjourns on Wednesday, October 5, 2011, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 6, 2011. Agreed to without objection.7:29:54 P.M. -H.R. 2681Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 2681 as unfinished business.7:29:41 P.M. -H.R. 2681On motion that the Committee now rise Agreed to by voice vote.7:29:20 P.M. -H.R. 2681Mr. Whitfield moved that the Committee now rise.7:28:52 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Edwards amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Edwards demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.7:16:53 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Edwards amendment No. 3.7:16:29 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Ms. Edwards, numbered 5 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section on findings relating to health benifits.7:15:19 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Keating amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Keating demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.7:06:57 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Keating amendment No. 5.7:05:12 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Cohen amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Cohen demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.6:59:04 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Cohen amendment No. 23.6:59:00 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Cohen, numbered 23 printed in the Congressional Record to study the impact of potential reductions in the number of illness-related absences from work due to respiratory or other illnesses.6:56:03 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Ellison amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 170 – 252 (Roll no. 759).6:52:16 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Moore amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 167 – 256 (Roll no. 758).6:48:58 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Welch amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 174 – 249 (Roll no. 757).6:44:52 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Connolly (VA) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 176 – 248 (Roll no. 756).6:39:42 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Quigley amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 175 – 248 (Roll no. 755).6:36:21 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 162 – 262 (Roll no. 754).6:32:55 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Pallone amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 166 – 253 (Roll no. 753).6:29:07 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 169 – 254 (Roll no. 752).6:25:03 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 167 – 254 (Roll no. 751).6:20:54 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Schakowsky amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 175 – 248 (Roll no. 750).6:17:31 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Capps amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 158 – 254 (Roll no. 749).6:14:04 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Rush amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 162 – 251 (Roll no. 748).6:10:04 P.M. -H.R. 2681On agreeing to the Waxman amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 166 – 246 (Roll no. 747).5:45:24 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED 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 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 a time to be announced.5:40:15 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Ellison amendment No. 14.5:39:54 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Ellison, numbered 14 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new subsection entitled Notice in Federal Register.5:38:50 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Moore amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Moore demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.5:26:20 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Moore amendment No. 2.5:25:52 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Ms. Moore, numbered 2 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section at the end of the bill entitled Delayed Effective Date.5:24:57 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Welch amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Whitfield demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.5:17:46 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Welch amendment No. 20.5:17:27 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Welch, numbered 20 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section that finds that the American people are exposed to mercury from industrial sources addressed by the rules listed in section 2(b) of this Act through the consumption of fish containing mercury and every State in the Nation has issued at least one mercury advisory for fish consumption.5:16:30 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Connolly amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Connolly demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.5:08:55 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Connolly amendment No. 18.5:08:34 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Connolly (VA), numbered 18 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section entitled Protection from Respiratory and Cardiovascular Illness and Death.5:07:52 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Quigley amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Quigley demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.5:02:16 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Quigley amendment No. 8.5:00:46 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Quigley, numbered 8 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section pertaining to Protection from Avoidable Cases of Cancer.5:00:11 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED 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 the noes had prevailed. Ms. Jackson Lee(TX) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.4:51:34 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Jackson Lee(TX) amendment No. 4.4:51:30 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX), numbered 4 printed in the Congressional Record to strike in the Compliance Dates section that “not earlier than 5 years after the effective date of the regulation” and insert “not later than 3 years after the regulation is promulated as final”.4:50:42 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Pallone amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.4:43:43 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Pallone amendment No. 21.4:43:21 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Pallone, numbered 21 printed in the Congressional Record to add new sections on Findings and Reducing Blood-Mercury Concentrations.4:42:21 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Waxman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.4:39:06 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waxman amendment No. 16.4:36:49 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 16 printed in the Congressional Record to find that if the rules specified in section 3(b) remain in effect, they are expected to reduce the amount of mercury that deposits to land and water.4:36:03 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Waxman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.4:28:23 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waxman amendment No. 9.4:28:05 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 9 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section at the end of the bill entitled Determination; Authorization.4:27:34 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Schakowsky amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.4:04:13 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Schakowsky amendment No. 14:04:11 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Ms. Schakowsky, numbered 1 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section that finds that mercury released into the ambient air from cement kilns addressed by the rules listed in section 2(b) of this Act is a potent neurotoxin that can damage the development of an infant’s brain.4:03:27 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED 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 the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Whitfield demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.3:36:23 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Capps amendment No. 17.3:36:20 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mrs. Capps, numbered 17 printed in the Congressional Record to add a section which includes findings for health costs and benefits for the rules specified in section 3(b).3:35:58 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED 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 the noes had prevailed. Mr. Rush demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.3:08:12 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Rush amendment No. 7.3:08:09 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Rush, numbered 7 printed in the Congressional Record to add a paragraph which describes a “Rule of Construction” for section 5. The paragraph notes that section 5 is intended to supplement the provisions of, and shall not be construed to supersede any requirement, limitation, or other provision of, sections 112 and 129 of the Clean Air Act.3:07:48 P.M. -H.R. 2681POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Waxman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Waxman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.2:17:34 P.M. -H.R. 2681DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 419, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with debate on the Waxman amendment No. 11.2:17:30 P.M. -H.R. 2681An amendment, offered by Mr. Waxman, numbered 11 printed in the Congressional Record to add a section which instructs the EPA Administrator to not delay actions to reduce emissions from any cement kiln if such emissions are harming brain development or causing learning disabilities in infants or children.2:16:09 P.M. -H.R. 2681COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE- AMENDMENT DEBATE – The Committee of the Whole will proceed with debate on offered amendments under the 5 minute rule.1:06:08 P.M. -H.R. 2681GENERAL DEBATE – The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 2681.12:59:57 P.M. -H.R. 2681The Speaker designated the Honorable Steve Womack to act as Chairman of the Committee.12:59:56 P.M. -H.R. 2681House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 419 and Rule XVIII.12:59:14 P.M. -H.R. 2681Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2681 and H.R. 2250 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. No amendment to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except those received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII in a daily issue dated October 4, 2011, or earlier and except pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate.12:59:09 P.M. -H.R. 2681Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 419. H.R. 2681 — “To provide additional time for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue achievable standards for cement manufacturing facilities, and for other purposes.”12:55:13 P.M. -H.R. 1343Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.12:55:09 P.M. -H.R. 1343On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.12:33:19 P.M. -H.R. 1343DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1343.12:33:15 P.M. -H.R. 1343Considered under suspension of the rules.12:33:00 P.M. -H.R. 1343Mr. Walden moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 1343 — “To return unused or reclaimed funds made available for broadband awards in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to the Treasury of the United States.”12:32:37 P.M. -The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until later in the legislative day.12:03:19 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. Rigell 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.12:01:35 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 October 5.11:15:00 A.M. -The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.10:02:11 A.M. -MORNING-HOUR DEBATE – The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate.10:01:54 A.M. -The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 771 and H.R. 1632.10:00:47 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.10:00:38 A.M. -The Speaker designated the Honorable Vicky Hartzler to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.10:00:07 A.M. -The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

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Congress: Are they really working for us or against Americans -the Republican led House:plays with&votes on the Debt Ceiling @4:45-6:30pmET -the Senate

05/31/2011 Nativegrl77

The Senate Convenes at 10:00amET May 31, 2011

and … In order that President Obama fails to make any and all Appointments like Elizabeth Warren and possibly Goodwin Liu Republicans have decided to act like children and continue to deny the President a full staff in his 1st term by holding Per-forma Sessions only.

Pro-forma session only, with no business conducted

State work period May 30-June 4

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The next meeting in the House is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on May 31, 2011.

The House will vote on the raising the Debt Limit today –The debate on the debt ceiling starts at 4:45pmET the vote is set for 6:30pmET today in a vote of 97 – 318 fails to agree to raise debt ceiling with 82 Dems voting with the Republicans

Technicaly, this week is a State work period May 30-June 4

CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS
LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 31, 2011
112TH CONGRESS – FIRST SESSION

7:52 P.M. – SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House resumed Special Order speeches.

7:51 P.M. – Mr. Reed filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 287.

7:39 P.M. – SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative
business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.

7:30 P.M. – ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.

H.R. 1194:: to renew the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to
approve demonstration projects designed to test innovative strategies in State
child welfare programs

7:29 P.M. – Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.

7:15 P.M. – DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R.
1194.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Davis (KY) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

7:14 P.M. – The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be
postponed until a time be announced.

H.R. 1954:: to implement the President’s request to increase the statutory limit on the
public debt

7:10 P.M. – Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays:
(2/3 required): 97 – 318, 7 Present (Roll
no. 379).

7:00 P.M. – Considered as unfinished business.

S. 1082:: to provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small
Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, and for other
purposes

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without
objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and
Nays: (2/3 required): 387 – 33 (Roll
no. 378).

6:52 P.M. – Considered as unfinished business.

H.R. 1484:: to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the appeals process of the
Department of Veterans Affairs and to establish a commission to study judicial
review of the determination of veterans’ benefits

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without
objection.

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the
Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 – 1 (Roll
no. 377).

6:28 P.M. – Considered as unfinished business.

6:27 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.

S. Con. Res. 16:: authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for
an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha

6:25 P.M. – Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice
vote.

6:16 P.M. – DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con.
Res. 16.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the
resolution.

S. 1082:: to provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small
Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, and for other
purposes

6:15 P.M. – 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.

6:08 P.M. – DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S.
1082.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Graves (MO) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

H.R. 802:: to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a VetStar Award
Program

6:07 P.M. – 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.

6:00 P.M. – DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R.
802.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Miller (FL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H.R. 1484:: to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the appeals process of the
Department of Veterans Affairs and to establish a commission to study judicial
review of the determination of veterans’ benefits

5:59 P.M. – At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered.
Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that
further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

5:47 P.M. – DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R.
1484.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Miller (FL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H.R. 1954:: to implement the President’s request to increase the statutory limit on the
public debt

5:46 P.M. – 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.

4:46 P.M. – DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R.
1954.Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Camp moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

4:45 P.M. – The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be
postponed until 6:30 p.m. today.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of
May 31.

2:11 P.M. – The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is
subject to the call of the Chair.

2:03 P.M. – ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches.Mr. Culberson filed a report from the Committee on Appropriations on H.R.
2055.

2:02 P.M. – PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Cravaack to lead the Members
in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I,
the Journal stands approved.

2:00 P.M. – Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of
May 31.

12:10 P.M. – The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is
scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today.

12:01 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.The Speaker designated the Honorable Tim Griffin to act as Speaker pro
tempore for today.

12:00 P.M. – House convened, starting a new legislative day.

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what is going on in Congress … the Republican led House -the Senate

03/31/2011 Nativegrl77

The Senate Convened at 9:30amET March 31, 2011

Following any leader remarks, the Senate will proceed to a period of morning business with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each with the first hour equally divided and controlled between the two leaders or their designees with the Majority controlling the first 30 minutes and the Republicans controlling the next 30 minutes.

Senators will be notified when votes are scheduled.

Unanimous Consent:

Adopted the following resolutions:

S.Res.120, 1 year anniversary 4/2/10 fire and explosion – Tesoro refinery in Anacorte, WA;

S.Res.121, designating April 2011 as “Financial Literacy Month”;

S.Res.122, honoring the life and legacy of Elizabeth Taylor; and

S.Res.123, commending ACHIEVA on its 60th anniversary.

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CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS

LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MARCH 31, 2011

112TH CONGRESS – FIRST SESSION

8:56 P.M. –

The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on April 1, 2012.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. Mica moved that the House do now adjourn.

8:55 P.M. –

APPOINTMENT OF OFFICIAL OBJECTORS – On behalf of the Majority and Minority Leaderships, the Chair announced that the official objectors for the Private Calendar for the 112th Congress were as follows: For the Majority: Messrs. Smith (TX), Sensenbrenner (WI), and Poe (TX). For the Minority: Messrs. Serrano (NY), Nadler (NY), and Edwards (MD).

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

8:53 P.M. –

Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 658 as unfinished business.

On motion that the Committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. Mica moved that the Committee rise.

8:52 P.M. –

By unanimous consent, the Moore amendment was withdrawn.

8:45 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Moore (WI) amendment no. 32.

Amendment offered by Ms. Moore.

An amendment numbered 32 printed in House Report 112-46 to give the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the authority to conduct demonstration projects at five airports in support of “aerotropolis” zones that assist in better coordinating transportation around airports and funding of projects to reduce congestion, improve, and increase the flow of freight and passengers to and through the airport through multiple transportation modes.

8:44 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Schiff amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

8:41 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schiff amendment no. 31.

Amendment offered by Mr. Schiff.

An amendment numbered 31 printed in House Report 112-46 to include sense of Congress language that the operator of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) should consult with representatives of the community surrounding LAX regarding airport operations and expansion plans.

8:40 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Matheson amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

8:35 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Matheson amendment no. 30.

Amendment offered by Mr. Matheson.

An amendment numbered 30 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow the Transportation Department to release any terms, conditions, reservations, or restrictions on deeds which the United States conveyed to an airport, city, county property for airport purposes, as long as the release results in furthering other airport purposes.

8:34 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Schiff amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Schiff demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

8:24 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schiff amendment no. 29.

Amendment offered by Mr. Schiff.

An amendment numbered 29 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow Bob Hope and Van Nuys Airports in southern California to adopt curfews from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., alleviating air traffic noise for residents of the San Fernando Valley. It simplifies the process for these airports to implement a curfew by allowing airports that already had at least a partial curfew in effect before the 1990 Airport Noise and Capacity Act (PL 101-58) to implement mandatory nighttime curfews.

8:23 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Pearce amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

8:15 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pearce amendment no. 27.

Amendment offered by Mr. Pearce.

An amendment numbered 27 printed in House Report 112-46 to authorize an equitable transfer of land and property, in the form of a road, between Dona Ana County in New Mexico and Verde Corporate Realty Services. Dona Ana County would continue to use the land for airport purposes.

8:14 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Graves (MO) amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

8:11 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (MO) amendment no. 26.

Amendment offered by Mr. Graves (MO).

An amendment numbered 26 printed in House Report 112-46 to prohibit the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from destroying vintage aircraft type certificate data and to require such data to be made available to the public, for non-commercial purposes, upon a Freedom of Information Act request.

8:10 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Moore amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

8:07 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Moore (WI) amendment no. 25.

Amendment offered by Ms. Moore.

An amendment numbered 25 printed in House Report 112-46 to require the Transportation Department Inspector General to report to Congress on the number of new small business concerns, including those owned by veterans and other disadvantaged groups, that participate in the projects carried out throughout the duration of the reauthorization bill. The report would list the top 25 and bottom 25 large- and medium-hub airports using such small businesses, assess the reasons why airports have been successful in using such small businesses and make recommendations to the FAA and Congress on how those successes can be replicated.

8:06 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Shuster amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of the adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

7:57 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Shuster amendment no. 24.

Amendment offered by Mr. Shuster.

An amendment numbered 24 printed in House Report 112-46 to improve Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rulemaking activities by requiring the Agency to recognize that the United States aviation industry is composed of a variety of different segments with different operating characteristics and requiring the FAA to tailor regulations to address the unique characteristics of each industry segment. The amendment also requires the FAA to conduct appropriate cost/benefit studies on all proposed regulations and only enact regulations upon a finding that the costs are justified by the benefits.

7:56 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Waxman amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

7:54 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waxman amendment no. 23.

Amendment offered by Mr. Waxman.

An amendment numbered 23 printed in House Report 112-46 to encourage the FAA to work with the City of Santa Monica to achieve safety improvements at Santa Monica Airport, a general aviation facility that has no runway safety areas.

7:53 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Graves (MO) amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

7:45 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (MO) amendment no. 22.

Amendment offered by Mr. Graves (MO).

An amendment numbered 22 printed in House Report 112-46 to provide relief for an air show in Cleveland, Ohio from complying with certain airspace restrictions.

7:44 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the LaTorette amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Mica demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

7:34 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the LaTourette amendment no. 21.

7:33 P.M. –

Amendment offered by Mr. LaTourette.

An amendment numbered 21 printed in House Report 112-46 to strike section 903. Section 903 repeals a National Mediation Board (NMB) rule, finalized last year, which provides for union representation elections among airline and railroad workers covered by the Railway Labor Act.

7:32 P.M. –

POSTPONED POSTPONED – At the conclusion of debate on the Sessions amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Sessions demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

7:23 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sessions amendment no. 20.

Amendment offered by Mr. Sessions.

An amendment numbered 20 printed in House Report 112-46 to prevent any funds from this act to be used to administer or enforce Davis Bacon.

7:22 P.M. –

By unanimous consent, the Graves (MO) amendment was withdrawn.

7:17 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Graves (MO) amendment no. 19.

7:16 P.M. –

Amendment offered by Mr. Graves (MO).

An amendment numbered 19 printed in House Report 112-46 to clarify Congressional intent of 49 U.S.C. 40116(d)(2)(A)(iv) to prohibit taxes on businesses located at an airport when such revenue is not used for airport purposes.

7:15 P.M. –

The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.

Considered as unfinished business.

7:12 P.M. –

Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 194.

H.R. 658:

Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 658 as unfinished business.

7:11 P.M. –

On motion that the Committee now rise Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. Woodall moved that the Committee now rise.

7:10 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Gingrey (GA) amendment Failed by recorded vote: 195 – 227 (Roll no. 212).

7:06 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Capuano amendment Failed by recorded vote: 187 – 235 (Roll no. 211).

7:02 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Hirono amendment Failed by recorded vote: 174 – 241 (Roll no. 210).

6:59 P.M. –

On agreeing to the DeFazio amendment Failed by recorded vote: 161 – 263 (Roll no. 209).

6:55 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Garrett amendment Failed by recorded vote: 120 – 303 (Roll no. 208).

6:48 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Mica amendment Agreed to by recorded vote: 251 – 168 (Roll no. 207).

6:26 P.M. –

UNFINIHSED BUSINESS – The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on adoption of amendments which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.

6:25 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Gingrey amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Costello demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

6:18 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Gingrey amendment no. 18.

Amendment offered by Mr. Gingrey (GA).

An amendment numbered 18 printed in House Report 112-46 to prohibit FAA employees from using official–taxpayer sponsored–time for union activities during the official work day. It would not repeal the right of any FAA employee to collectively bargain or arbitrate.

6:17 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Capuano amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Capuano demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

6:12 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Capuano amendment no. 17.

6:11 P.M. –

Amendment offered by Mr. Capuano.

An amendment numbered 17 printed in House Report 112-46 to require greater disclosure of a passenger’s baggage fees when a fare is quoted to an airline passenger and require refunds for baggage that is lost, damaged, or delayed. The Secretary of Transportation would prescribe any requirements necessary to implement the baggage fee disclosures by ensuring that necessary information is shared between carriers and ticket agents that have an already existing agency appointment or contract.

On agreeing to the Richardson amendment Failed by voice vote.

6:03 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Richardson amendment no. 16.

Amendment offered by Ms. Richardson.

An amendment numbered 16 printed in House Report 112-46 to require air carriers to provide an option for passengers to receive a notification via electronic service if there are any changes to the status of their flight.

6:02 P.M. –

By unanimous consent, the Schweikert amendment was withdrawn.

5:55 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schweikert amendment no. 15.

Amendment offered by Mr. Schweikert.

An amendment numbered 15 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow airlines currently operating out of DCA to convert flights to and from large hub airports located within the DCA perimeter to any airport outside of the DCA perimeter.

5:54 P.M. –

By unanimous consent, the Pierluisi amendment was withdrawn.

5:49 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pierluisi amendment no. 14.

Amendment offered by Mr. Pierluisi.

An amendment numbered 14 printed in House Report 112-46 to authorize the Secretary of Transportation to continue the essential air service program in Puerto Rico following the sunset date of October 1, 2013. The bill authorizes continuation for Alaska and Hawaii.

On agreeing to the Woodall amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

5:47 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Woodall amendment.

5:46 P.M. –

Amendment offered by Mr. Woodall.

An amendment numbered 13 printed in House Report 112-46 to prohibit implementation by the FAA of a new rule interpretation relating to 14 CFR 135, sections 263 and 267(d) so far as it relates to air ambulances and air cargo charter pilot rest requirements. Sets the interpretation of those sections at the state they were on January 1, 2011.

On agreeing to the Miller (MI) amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

5:39 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Miller (MI) amendment.

Amendment offered by Mrs. Miller (MI).

An amendment numbered 12 printed in House Report 112-46 to direct the FAA to work with various federal agencies to integrate Unmanned Aerial Systems into the National Airspace System more expeditiously.

By unanimous consent, the Jackson Lee (TX) amendment was withdrawn.

5:31 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson Lee amendment.

Amendment offered by Ms. Jackson Lee (TX).

An amendment numberedd 11 printed in House Report 112-46 to require a minimum of three on duty air traffic controllers.

5:30 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Hirono amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Hirono demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

5:21 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hirono amendment no.10.

Amendment offered by Ms. Hirono.

An amendment numbered 10 printed in House Report 112-46 to establish an Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) to study and provide regulatory recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administrator to ensure that all certified aircraft is properly equipped with technology that maintains pilot visibility when dense, continuous smoke is present in the cockpit. The ARC would be directed to complete its work in one year and provide its recommendations to the Administrator who must inform Congress of the recommendations and outline what actions the agency will take on the basis of those recommendations.

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the DeFazio amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. DeFazio demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

5:11 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the DeFazio amendment.

Amendment offered by Mr. DeFazio.

An amendment numbered 9 printed in House Report 112-46 to require mechanics at contract repair stations certificated by the Federal Aviation Administration in the U.S. and in foreign countries to undergo the same criminal background checks required for mechanics and other aviation employees at U.S. airports.

5:10 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Garrett (NJ) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

4:59 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Garrett (NJ) amendment.

Amendment offered by Mr. Garrett.

An amendment numbered 7 printed in House Report 112-46 to require the FAA to study alternatives to the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia airspace redesign to reduce delays at the 4 airports included in the redesign. Would also prohibit the FAA from continuing with the implementation of the airspace redesign until the study is submitted to Congress.

On agreeing to the LoBiondo amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

4:56 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the LoBiondo amendment.

Amendment offered by Mr. LoBiondo.

An amendment numbered 6 printed in House Report 112-46 to allow the FAA to assist in establishing a NextGen Research and Development Center of Excellence. The Center would leverage the FAA’s existing centers of excellence program, a program that relies on several university consortia to address ongoing FAA research and development challenges. The Center would provide educational, technical, and analytical assistance to the FAA and other agencies involved in the development of NextGen.

4:55 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Neugebauer amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

4:48 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Neugebauer amendment.

Amendment offered by Mr. Neugebauer.

An amendment numbered 5 printed in House Report 112-46 to direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a feasibility study on the development of an online public resource that would list the location and height of potential low-altitude aviation obstructions, such as guy-wire and free-standing towers. Would also give the Administrator one year to conduct the study and report to Congress.

4:47 P.M. –

On agreeing to the Hirono amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

4:39 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Hirono amendment.

Amendment offered by Ms. Hirono.

An amendment numbered 4 printed in House Report 112-46 to exempt Hawaii’s large and medium hub airports from collecting PFCs from interisland travelers due to the unique everyday travel circumstances the island state presents. Would also change the formula under which Hawaii’s annual federal apportionments are reduced when the State’s large and medium hub airports collect passenger facility charges from overseas travelers.

On agreeing to the Pierluisi amendment Agreed to by voice vote.

4:32 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Pierluisi amendment.

Amendment offered by Mr. Pierluisi.

An amendment numbered 3 printed in House Report 112-46 to ensure that airports in Puerto Rico are apportioned amounts under the Airport Improvement Program (AlP), while also remaining eligible for discretionary grants under the Program.

4:31 P.M. –

By unanimous consent, the Waters amendment was withdrawn.

4:25 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Waters amendment.

Amendment offered by Ms. Waters.

An amendment numbered 2 printed in House Report 112-46 to require airport operators, as a condition for receiving grants under the Airport Improvement Program, to consult with representatives of the community surrounding the airport regarding airport operations and their impact on the community.

4:24 P.M. –

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS – At the conclusion of debate on the Mica amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Rahall demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the amendment until a time to be announced.

4:13 P.M. –

DEBATE – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 189, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Mica amendment.

Amendment offered by Mr. Mica.

An amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 112-46 to make technical corrections to provisions in the underlying bill.

2:58 P.M. –

GENERAL DEBATE – The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 658.

2:57 P.M. –

The Speaker designated the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson to act as Chairwoman of the Committee.

House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 189 and Rule XVIII.

2:55 P.M. –

Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 658 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. In lieu of the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure now printed in the bill, it shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of the Rules Committee Print dated March 22, 2011.

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 189.

H.R. 872:

to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters, and for other purposes

2:54 P.M. –

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 292 – 130 (Roll no. 206).

2:46 P.M. –

Considered as unfinished business.

H. Res. 189:

providing for consideration of the bill ( H.R. 658) to amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2011 through 2014, to streamline programs, create efficiencies, reduce waste, and improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes

2:45 P.M. –

On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 249 – 171 (Roll no. 205).

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

2:22 P.M. –

The previous question was ordered without objection.

1:25 P.M. –

DEBATE – The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 189.

1:23 P.M. –

Considered as privileged matter.

12:38 P.M. –

POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE – Pursuant to clause 1 of rule IX, Mr. Kucinich rose to a point of personal privilege and was recognized by the Chair to proceed for one hour.

12:37 P.M. –

INVESTIGATIVE SUBCOMMITTEES OF THE COMMITTEE ON ETHICS – Pursuant to Clause 5(a)(4)(A) of Rule X, and the order of the House of January 5, 2011, the Speaker appointed Mr. Bishop of Utah, Mrs. Blackburn of Tennessee, Mr. Crenshaw of Florida, Mr. Latham of Iowa, Mr. Simpson of Idaho, Mr. Walden of Oregon, Mr. Olson of Texas, Mr. Latta of Ohio, Mr. Griffin of Arkansas, and Mr. Grimm of New York to be available to serve on Investigative Subcommittees of the Committee on Ethics for the 112th Congress .

12:12 P.M. –

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle.

12:09 P.M. –

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Coffman of CO to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.

12:08 P.M. –

Today’s prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Charles Jackson, Sr., Brookland Baptist Church, West Columbia, South Carolina.

12:07 P.M. –

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 31.

10:45 A.M. –

The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.

10:01 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 A.M. –

The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

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The Senate re-Convenes at 2pmET 2/28/2011

Following the prayer and pledge, Senator Isakson will deliver Washington’s Farewell Address.

Following the address, there will be a period of morning business until 3:30pm, with senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each.

At 3:30pm, the Senate will proceed to the consideration of S.23, the Patent Reform Act of 2011.

The following amendments are pending to S.23:

– Leahy amendment #114 (Title amendment)

– Vitter amendment #112 (Debt Limit)

– Bennet amendment #116 (small business fast track)

– Bennet amendment #117 (regional PTO offices)

– Lee amendment #115 (to express the sense of the Senate in support of a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution)

At 4:30pm, the Senate will turn to Executive session to consider the following nominations:

– Amy Totenberg, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Georgia; and

– Steve C. Jones, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Georgia.

The time until 5:30pm will be equally divided and controlled in the usual form. At 5:30pm, senators should expect a voice vote on the Tottenberg nomination and a roll call vote on the Jones nomination.

The Senate is in a period of morning business.

This evening, Senator Reid moved to proceed to a house vehicle for a short term continuing resolution (HR359) and filed cloture on the motion. If necessary, this cloture vote would occur on Wednesday morning.

Votes:

26: Confirmation of Steve C. Jones, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Georgia; Confirmed: 90-0

Unanimous Consent:

Confirmed Amy Totenberg, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Georgia, by

Adopted S.Res.78, relative to the death of former U.S. Senator James McClure.

Adopted S.Res.8, Women in the US Armed Forces

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CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS

LEGISLATIVE DAY OF FEBRUARY 28, 2011

112TH CONGRESS – FIRST SESSION

8:11 P.M. –

The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 1, 2011.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

Mrs. Christensen moved that the House do now adjourn.

7:23 P.M. –

SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.

7:11 P.M. –

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.

7:10 P.M. –

Mr. Price (GA) asked unanimous consent That it may be in order at any time on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, for the Speaker to declare a recess, subject to the call of the Chair, for the purpose of receiving in joint meeting The Honorable Julia Gillard, Prime Minister of Australia. Agreed to without objection.

H.R. 368:

to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes

7:09 P.M. –

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 – 4 (Roll no. 150).

7:03 P.M. –

Considered as unfinished business.

H.R. 347:

to correct and simplify the drafting of section 1752 (relating to restricted buildings or grounds) of title 18, United States Code

7:02 P.M. –

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 399 – 3 (Roll no. 149).

6:55 P.M. –

Considered as unfinished business.

H.R. 394:

to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify the jurisdiction of the Federal courts, and for other purposes

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 – 0 (Roll no. 148).

6:33 P.M. –

Considered as unfinished business.

6:32 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 P.M. –

Mr. Woodall filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 115.

ADJUSTED WHOLE NUMBER OF THE HOUSE – Under clause 5(d) of rule 20, the Chair announces to the House that, in light of the resignation of the gentlewoman from California, Ms. Harman, the whole number of the House is 433.

The House received a communication from Representative Harman wherein she resigns as a member of the House of Representatives effective at 6:30 p.m. on February 28, 2011.

6:30 P.M. –

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 28.

2:45 P.M. –

The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair.

H.R. 347:

to correct and simplify the drafting of section 1752 (relating to restricted buildings or grounds) of title 18, United States Code

2:44 P.M. –

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

2:37 P.M. –

DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 347.

Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H.R. 368:

to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes

2:28 P.M. –

DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 368.

Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H.R. 386:

to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide penalties for aiming laser pointers at airplanes, and for other purposes

2:27 P.M. –

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

2:19 P.M. –

DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 386.

Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H.R. 394:

to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify the jurisdiction of the Federal courts, and for other purposes

2:18 P.M. –

2:14 P.M. –

DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 394.

Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Smith (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.

2:13 P.M. –

The House received a communication from Daniel J. Strodel, Chief Administrative Officer. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Mr. Strodel notified the House that he had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by a grand jury in the County of New York and that after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, he had determined that compliance with the subpoena was consistent with the privileges and rights of the House.

2:03 P.M. –

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches.

2:02 P.M. –

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Ms. McCollum to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.

2:01 P.M. –

Today’s prayer was offered by Reverend Gene Hemrick, Washington Theological Union, Washington, DC.

2:00 P.M. –

The Speaker designated the Honorable Robert E. Latta to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.