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Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:57:30 A.M.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 454. H.R. 218 — "To provide for the exchange of Federal land and non-Federal land in the State of Alaska for the construction of a road between King Cove and Cold Bay."
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:56:10 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.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:16:23 A.M.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2825.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:16:21 A.M.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:15:44 A.M.
Mr. McCaul moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. H.R. 2825 — "To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make certain improvements in the laws administered by the Secretary of Homeland Security, and for other purposes."
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:15:29 A.M.
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:02:02 A.M.
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches, which by direction of the Chair would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:01:44 A.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Mitchell to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:01:42 A.M.
The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:00:41 A.M.
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
Legislative Day Of July 20, 2017 - 9:00:36 A.M.
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 8:01:55 P.M.
The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on July 20, 2017.
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 8:01:54 P.M.
On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 8:01:41 P.M.
Mr. Garrett moved that the House do now adjourn.
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 6:17:49 P.M.
Mr. Thompson (PA) asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on July 20. Agreed to without objection.
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 6:18:44 P.M.
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 5:57:30 P.M.
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 179 (Roll no. 402).
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 5:50:19 P.M.
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 189 - 239 (Roll no. 401).
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 5:36:03 P.M.
On agreeing to the Beyer amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 192 - 236 (Roll no. 400).
Legislative Day Of July 19, 2017 - 5:31:38 P.M.
On agreeing to the Tsongas amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 180 - 249 (Roll no. 399).