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Congress … on the Floor


Wednesday on the Floor of Congress

The Senate will Convene and begin a period of morning business 9:30 amET

Thereafter, resume consideration of S.3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.

Pending amendments to S.3217:
Dodd-Lincoln #3739 (Substitute)
Boxer #3737 (no bail outs)
Snowe #3755 (reporting)
#3757 (small business access to credit)

The Senate has reached the following agreement that will provide for a series of up to 5 roll call votes to begin at approximately 2:45pm.

At 2:45pm, the Senate will proceed to Executive Session. There will then be 2 minutes for debate equally divided prior to a vote on confirmation of the following nominations:

– #701 Nancy D. Freudenthal, of Wyoming, to be United States District Judge for the District of Wyoming;
– #702 Denzil Price Marshall Jr., of Arkansas, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Arkansas; and
– #728 Gloria M. Navarro, of Nevada, to be United States for the District Of Nevada

Following the votes listed above, the Senate will resume Legislative Session and there will be 4 minutes for debate equally divided prior to a vote in relation to the following amendments:

– Boxer amendment #3737; and
– Shelby-Dodd amendment.

No amendments are in order to the amendments in this agreement prior to a vote.

Upon disposition of the Boxer and Shelby amendments, the Senate will agree to the Snowe amendments #3755 and #3757.

The next amendments in order will be one by the Republican Leader, or his designees, on consumer protections and the next one by Senators Tester and Hutchison (Insurance premiums based on risk).

Votes:
128: Confirmation of Gloria M. Navarro, of Nevada, to be United States District Judge for the District of Nevada;
Confirmed: 98-0

Confirmation of Nancy D. Freudenthal, of Wyoming, to be United States District Judge for the District of Wyoming

Confirmation of Denzil Price Marshall Jr., of Arkansas, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Arkansas

No amendments are in order to the amendments in this agreement prior to a vote.

Upon disposition of the Boxer and Shelby amendments, the Senate will agree to the Snowe amendments #3755 and #3757.

The next amendments in order will be one by the Republican Leader, or his designees, on consumer protections and the next one by Senators Tester and Hutchison (Insurance premiums based on risk)
128: Confirmation of Gloria M. Navarro, of Nevada, to be United States District Judge for the District of Nevada;
Confirmed: 98-0

129: Confirmation of Nancy D. Freudenthal, of Wyoming, to be United States District Judge for the District of Wyoming;
Confirmed: 96-1

Confirmation of Denzil Price Marshall Jr., of Arkansas, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Arkansas;
Confirmed by voice vote

130: Boxer amendment #3737: (no bail outs);
Confirmed: 96-1

131: Shelby-Dodd amendment #3827: ;
Agreed To: 93-5

Snowe #3755 (reporting);
Agreed to by voice vote

Snowe #3757 (small business access to credit);
Agreed to by voice vote

Unanimous Consent:
Passed S.311, a bill to establish the commission on Freedom of Information Act processing delays.

Passed H.R.5148, to clarify the isntances in which the term “census” may appear on mailable matter.

Adopted S.Res.514, congratulating the students, parents, teachers, administrators of charter schools across the United States for ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 11th annual National Charters School Week to be held May 2 through May 8, 2010.

The Senate confirmed the following nominations:

– David B. Fein to be United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut,
– Zane Memeger to be United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania,
– Clifton Massanelli to be United States Marshal for the Eastern District of Arkansas, and
– Paul Ward to be United States Marshal for the District of North Dakota

CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS
LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 5, 2010
111TH CONGRESS – SECOND SESSION

6:35 P.M. –
The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 6, 2010. Mr. Gingrey (GA) moved that the House do now adjourn.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

5:31 P.M. –
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House resumed Special Order speeches. The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Lujan . Mr. Lujan submitted his resignation from the Committee on Homeland Security. The resignation was accepted without objection.

5:15 P.M. –
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House resumed Special Order speeches. Ms. Matsui filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 1329.

3:21 P.M. –
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches. Mr. Poe of TX requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 12: Mr. Jones for 5 min, and Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min.

Mr. Poe of TX requested that Mr. Paul be allowed to address the House for 5 minutes on May 6.

3:15 P.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded further with one minute speeches.

3:14 P.M. –
The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting the text of a proposed Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of Australia Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy – referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-106).

H. Res. 1278:

in support and recognition of National Safe Digging Month, April, 2010

3:09 P.M. –
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

3:04 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1278. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Brown, Corrine moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

H. Con. Res. 247:

authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby

3:03 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.

2:56 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 247. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Brown, Corrine moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Con. Res. 263:

authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run

2:55 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.

2:47 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 263. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Brown, Corrine moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1301:

supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day

2:45 P.M. –
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 296 – 119 (Roll no. 248). Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

2:35 P.M. –
Considered as unfinished business.

H. Res. 1272:

commemorating the 40th anniversary of the May 4, 1970, Kent State University shootings

2:33 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 the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 415 – 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 247).

2:23 P.M. –
Considered as unfinished business.

H. Res. 1320:

expressing support for the vigilance and prompt response of the citizens of New York City, the New York Police Department, the New York Police Department Bomb Squad, the Fire Department of New York, other first responders, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, United States Customs and Border Protection, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, the New York Joint Terrorism Task Force, the Bridgeport Police Department, Detective Bureau, Patrol Division, and other law enforcement agencies in Connecticut to the attempted terrorist attack in Times Square on May 1, 2010, their exceptional professionalism and investigative work following the attempted attack, and their consistent commitment to preparedness for and collective response to terrorism

2:20 P.M. –
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 – 0 (Roll no. 246).

1:51 P.M. –
Considered as unfinished business.

1:50 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 debate earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.

H. Res. 1301:

supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day

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

1:27 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1301. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Brown, Corrine moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

H.R. 1722:

to improve teleworking in executive agencies by developing a telework program that allows employees to telework at least 20 percent of the hours worked in every 2 administrative workweeks, and for other purposes

1:25 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.

1:01 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1722. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H. Res. 1247:

expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the Nation during Public Service Recognition Week, May 3 through 9, 2010, and throughout the year

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.

12:51 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1247. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1295:

celebrating the role of mothers in the United States and supporting the goals and ideals of Mother’s Day

12:50 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.

12:35 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1295. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H.R. 2421:

to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial of the establishment of Mother’s Day

12:34 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.

12:24 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2421. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Meeks (NY) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

H. Res. 1149:

supporting the goals and ideals of National Charter School Week, to be held May 2 through May 8, 2010

12:22 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.

12:15 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1149. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1312:

recognizing the roles and contributions of America’s teachers to building and enhancing our Nation’s civic, cultural, and economic well-being

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

12:01 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1312. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

H. Res. 1157:

congratulating the National Urban League on its 100th year of service to the United States

12:00 P.M. –
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

11:44 A.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1157. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

H. Res. 1272:

commemorating the 40th anniversary of the May 4, 1970, Kent State University shootings

11:43 A.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.

11:35 A.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1272. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1320:

expressing support for the vigilance and prompt response of the citizens of New York City, the New York Police Department, the New York Police Department Bomb Squad, the Fire Department of New York, other first responders, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, United States Customs and Border Protection, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, the New York Joint Terrorism Task Force, the Bridgeport Police Department, Detective Bureau, Patrol Division, and other law enforcement agencies in Connecticut to the attempted terrorist attack in Times Square on May 1, 2010, their exceptional professionalism and investigative work following the attempted attack, and their consistent commitment to preparedness for and collective response to terrorism

11:33 A.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.

11:09 A.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1320. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Pascrell moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

H.R. 5160:

to extend the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act, to provide customs support services to Haiti, and for other purposes

11:08 A.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.

10:43 A.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5160. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Levin moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

10:42 A.M. –
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.

10:41 A.M. –
The House received a communication from the Honorable Ms. Wasserman Schultz . Ms. Wasserman Schultz submitted her resignation from the Committee on the Judiciary. The resignation was accepted without objection.

10:40 A.M. –
PRESIDENT’S EXPORT COUNCIL – Pursuant to Executive Order 12131, and the order of the House of January 6,2009 the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the PRESIDENT’S EXPORT COUNCIL: Ms. Sanchez, Linda T. oMr. Wu and Mr. Schauer .

10:06 A.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle.

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Together we’re breaking the powerful grip Wall Street bankers and their high-paid lobbyists have on Washington. Our message is powerful and simple:

Good Jobs Now! Wall Street Must Pay.

Last week, mere hours before we rallied and marched on Wall Street, the Senate overcame Republican obstructionism and brought us closer than ever to meaningful Wall Street reform.

Meanwhile, the most elite Wall Street investment bank of them all, Goldman Sachs, is facing a criminal investigation, compounding its already substantial legal problems. As a result, Goldman stock has plummeted, costing executives millions—small consolation for those out of work, but a start.

The last few months have been amazing, as across the country union members, leaders and allies in the movement have taken our message to the street and to the Wall Street banks that cost us billions of dollars and millions of jobs.

Last week’s rally on Wall Street, with more than 10,000 marching in person and more than 35,000 joining online, was a powerful event, making it clear we will not be taken for granted. Together we are making a difference. What’s NEXT in our fight for good jobs?

1) Text: REFORM to 225568 to join our Wall Street rapid action network. Wall Street must pay to rebuild our economy and create jobs to replace the millions it helped destroy.

2) Ensure the Senate passes meaningful Wall Street reform. We overcame a huge hurdle last week, but many more remain and the next few weeks are critical, as opponents of reform will be fighting with all their power to weaken the Wall Street reform bill on the Senate floor. Contact your senator now and take action.

3) Keep on marching and rallying. Marching and rallying. We can’t slow down. We can’t stop taking our message of Good Jobs Now! Wall Street Must Pay to the rich and powerful. In two weeks we will rally and march here in DC to make sure the banks and their K Street lobbyists hear your message.

For more pictures and stories from our march and rally on Wall Street, visit our blog.

In solidarity,

Marc Laitin
AFL-CIO Online Mobilization Coordinator

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UNDER THE RADAR

RADICAL RIGHT — CONSERVATIVES TOUT CONSPIRACY THEORY THAT OBAMA WANTED OIL SPILL: Yesterday, former Bush-appointed FEMA director Michael Brown — infamous for severely mismanaged the federal response to Hurricane Katrina — accused the Obama administration of playing politics with the oil spill, claiming that the growing catastrophe is “exactly what they want.” Brown said that the President sought to use the disaster to “pander to the environmentalists,” and even suggested  that he intentionally delayed the administration’s response in order to allow the spill to worsen. Brown’s charge, which ignores the fact that every branch of government had been engaged in managing or investigating the crisis for at least a week, follows a spate of similar right-wing conspiracy theories about the incident. As the disaster caused by the explosion became more apparent last week, right-wing radio host Rush Limbaugh suggested that someone intentionally blew up the rig in order to “head off more oil drilling.” By yesterday morning the meme had found a home on Fox and Friends, where former Bush press secretary Dana Perino said she was “not trying to introduce a conspiracy theory” before asking, “But was this deliberate?” Later in this show, host Steve Doocy asked Fox Business’ Eric Bolling to respond to people who have suggested that “there’s a possibility this could be sabotage.” Citing Perino, Bolling engaged in conspiracy speculation, asking “did they let it leak a little bit and say, ‘boy I don’t know?’ I mean, the conspiracy theorists would say, maybe they let it leak for a while and then they address the issue.” Until Limbaugh and Fox News’ recent speculation, such oil spill truther theories had appeared only on fringe websites. And while federal investigators are not ruling out any possible causes, the President of BP America himself blamed the disaster on “a failed piece of equipment.”

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Tuesday On the floor of Congress …


UPdates as needed

The Senate Convenes: 10:00amET

Morning Business for 1 hour. The Majority will control the first 30 minutes and the Republicans will control the final 30 minutes.

Following morning business, the Senate will resume consideration of S.3217, Wall Street Reform.

The first votes for Wall Street Reform might happen today

The Senate will recess from 12:30 until 2:15pm.

Pending amendments to S.3217:
Dodd-Lincoln #3739 (Substitute)
Boxer #3737 (no bail outs)
Snowe #3755 (reporting)
#3757 (small business access to credit)

Unanimous Consent:
Adopted S.Res.513, a resolution designating July 9, 2010, as “Collector Car Appreciation Day” and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.


CURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS
LEGISLATIVE DAY OF MAY 4, 2010
111TH CONGRESS – SECOND SESSION

7:33 P.M. –
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES – The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.

7:32 P.M. –
Mr. Dreier requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 11: Mr. Moran of KS for 5 min, Mr. Poe of TX for 5 min, and Mr. Jones for 5 min. Mr. Dreier requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 6: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min and Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min.

Mr. Dreier requested the following general leaves to address the House on May 5: Mr. Burton of IN for 5 min, Mr. Diaz-Balart, Lincoln of FL for 5 min, Ms. Ros-Lehtinen for 5 min, Mr. Franks of AZ for 5 min, Mr. King of NY for 5 min, Mr. Paul for 5 min, Mr. Posey for 5 min, and Mr. Thompson of PA for 5 min.

7:19 P.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.

7:16 P.M. –
The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency with respect to the actions of the Government of Syria declared in Executive Order 13338 of May 11, 2004, is to continue in effect beyond May 11, 2010 – referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-105). ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 111-105). The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received a sealed envelope from the White House on Monday, May 3, 2010 at 3:23 p.m., and is said to contain a message from the President whereby he submits to the Congress a copy of a notice continuing the national emergency with respect to the Syrian Government.

H. Res. 1132:

honoring the USS New Mexico as the sixth Virginia-class submarine commissioned by the U.S. Navy to protect and defend the United States

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 378 – 1 (Roll no. 245). Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

7:09 P.M. –
Considered as unfinished business.

H. Res. 1213:

recognizing the need to improve the participation and performance of America’s students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, supporting the ideals of National Lab Day, and for other purposes

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 the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 378 – 2 (Roll no. 244).

H. Res. 1307:

honoring the National Science Foundation for 60 years of service to the Nation

6:59 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 the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 370 – 2 (Roll no. 243).

6:31 P.M. –
Considered as unfinished business.

6:30 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 were postponed. The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 4.

3:21 P.M. –
The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. today.

H. Res. 1132:

honoring the USS New Mexico as the sixth Virginia-class submarine commissioned by the U.S. Navy to protect and defend the United States

3:20 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.

3:14 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1132. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Mr. Heinrich moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

H.R. 24:

to redesignate the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps

3:13 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.

2:58 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 24. Considered under suspension of the rules.

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

H. Res. 1269:

commemorating the 400th anniversary of the first use of the telescope for astronomical observation by the Italian scientist Galileo Galilei

2:57 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.

2:52 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1269. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1231:

celebrating the 50th anniversary of the United States Television Infrared Observation Satellite, the world’s first meteorological satellite, launched by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on April 1, 1960, and fulfilling the promise of President Eisenhower to all nations of the world to promote the peaceful use of space for the benefit of all mankind

2:51 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.

2:40 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1231. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1310:

recognizing the 50th anniversary of the laser

2:39 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.

2:33 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1310. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1213:

recognizing the need to improve the participation and performance of America’s students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, supporting the ideals of National Lab Day, and for other purposes

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.

2:17 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1213. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

H. Res. 1307:

honoring the National Science Foundation for 60 years of service to the Nation

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.

2:08 P.M. –
DEBATE – The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1307. Considered under suspension of the rules.

Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

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

2:02 P.M. –
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES – The House proceeded with one minute speeches.

2:01 P.M. –
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair designated Mr. Jackson 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. Daniel Coughlin. The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 4.

12:40 P.M. –
The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. today.

12:31 P.M. –
MORNING-HOUR DEBATES – The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debates. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 2:00 p.m. for the start of the legislative day

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Tuesday News tips …&C-SPAN


Clearly, we all have woken up to an even more ugly reality this morning… We the People need to be more community oriented; we need to watch out for each other even more than ever.   Today, We have what might be considered a test terrorist attack and all things being said a man was arrested while on board a plane going to Dubai.

The investigation is ongoing … he is a US citizen from Connecticut; has a family in Pakistan and while the Pakistani Taliban did take responsibility a few days ago; most didn’t believe it … it was amateurish  … it’s just my opinion but we must ask ourselves if this attack was actually meant as a test. The idea that it was a lone wolf, a teabagger and or a mcveigh type  …. has suddenly turned into an international connection; who knows if he was on any passenger list but we all should thank the police and any or all intelligence because  this is not over… stay tuned; oh by the way someone needs to get a couple of great dinners over to the Vendors who were first responder Heros not just the NYPD; without their eyes and common sense; the outcome could have been quite different.


Other News …

**The bad weather continues on in the South, Tennessee in particular and 29 deaths have been reported in 3 Southern States

**The Boil water alert has been lifted in Boston

**More Private Sector Companies are posting profits

**An 6.4 earthquake has happened in Chile

**Studies show that Oregon has the lowest rate of Childhood Obesity

**Reuters reports that the US reveals size of nuclear arsenal…transparency and truth

**Julia louis dreyfus is getting her Star today


C-SPAN …

watch White House Press Briefing

watch Press Conference on Times Square

watch Hearing on Teacher Quality

watch Pres. Obama: From Earlier read The Business Council: Background

watch ADL Conference: Afternoon Session watch ADL Conference: Evening Session /anti-defamation league national leadership conf

AG Holder: suspect provided “useful information”

In a press conference, Attorney General Eric Holder stated that suspect Faisal Shahzad admitted involvement in the failed car bombing of Times Square in New York City. Holder and other officials provided an update on the investigation. Earlier, Pres. Obama stated that “justice will be done.” Later, DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano and Mexican Interior Sec. Fernando Gómez-Mont will discuss southwest border security.

watch Atty Gen. Holder: From Earlier watch Pres. Obama: From Earlier watch Sec. Napolitano: c-span.org at 4:30pm ET

‘Too Big to Fail,’ Consumer Agency Proposal on List of Amendments

The U.S. Senate continues consideration of amendments on financial regulation reform, the Wall St. Reform Bill (S. 3217). Sen. Barbara Boxer’s (D-CA) amendment prohibiting the use of taxpayer funds to prevent the liquidation of a financial company may be voted on today. Reports indicate that Republicans will also submit amendments regarding the proposed consumer protection agency.

Senate Considers New Bank Fee, Wall Street Oversight Rules

Today, the Senate will hold separate hearings on Wall St., TARP funds and financial fraud. First, a Senate Judiciary subcommittee is investigating ways to criminalize Wall Street fraud, looking into the rules and roles for brokers, dealers and investment advisors. Also, Treasury Sec. Geithner goes over President Obama’s plan to recover funds from TARP recipients. The proposed Financial Crisis Responsibility Fee would be applied to financial institutions with over $50 billion in assets.
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President Obama Emphasizes Role of Businesses in Stimulating Economy

President Obama addresses the role the business community plays in the fight to get the American people back to work in remarks before the Business Council. The President will also go over his efforts to spur job creation and rebuild the economy during the association’s annual meeting, which brings together business leaders representing major industries.

watch Pres. Obama: From Earlier read The Business Council: Background