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House Floor proceedings of the previous legislative day, including current legislative days in progress.
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Legislative Day Of March 13, 2017 - 12:00:19 P.M.
The House received a communication from Paul D. Irving, Sergeant at Arms. The Sergeant-at-Arms notified the House that the time previously appointed for the next meeting of the House was going to be 12:00 p.m. on March 14, 2017, for Morning Hour debate. Pursuant to clause 12(c) of rule I, he notified the House of an imminent impairment of the place of reconvening at that time. The impairment is due to severe weather. Subsequently, the Chair announced that the rescheduling of the time of meeting for the House at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2017 had been communicated to the Members.
Legislative Day Of March 13, 2017 - 12:02:55 P.M.
The Speaker announced that the House do now recess pursuant to section 12(c) of rule I. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair.
Legislative Day Of March 13, 2017 - 12:02:35 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Legislative Day Of March 13, 2017 - 12:01:27 P.M.
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
Legislative Day Of March 13, 2017 - 12:00:18 P.M.
The Speaker designated the Honorable Liz Cheney to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
Legislative Day Of March 13, 2017 - 12:00:00 P.M.
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 1:19:44 P.M.
UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL - Pursuant to 36 U.S.C 2302 and the order of the House of January 3, 2017, the Speaker appointed the following members of the House to the UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL: Mr. Deutch and Mr. Schneider.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 1:20:15 P.M.
The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on March 14, 2017.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 1:20:14 P.M.
On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 1:20:07 P.M.
Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 12:17:48 P.M.
SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 12:07:53 P.M.
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 12:06:18 P.M.
Mr. McCarthy asked unanimous consent That when the House adjourns on Friday, March 10, 2017, it adjourn to meet on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, when it shall convene at noon for morning-hour debate and 2 p.m. for legislative business. Agreed to without objection.
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 11:30:43 A.M.
On passage Passed by recorded vote: 230 - 188 (Roll no. 158).
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 11:19:25 A.M.
On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 186 - 232 (Roll no. 157).
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 11:03:29 A.M.
On agreeing to the Jeffries amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 189 - 229 (Roll no. 156).
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 10:59:21 A.M.
On agreeing to the Conyers amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 190 - 227 (Roll no. 155).
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 10:54:54 A.M.
On agreeing to the Jackson Lee amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 225 (Roll no. 154).
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 10:50:16 A.M.
On agreeing to the Soto amendment; Failed by recorded vote: 181 - 225 (Roll no. 153).
Legislative Day Of March 10, 2017 - 11:30:57 A.M.
COLLOQUY ON HOUSE SCHEDULE - The Chair recognized Mr. Hoyer for the purpose of engaging in a colloquy with Mr. McCarthy on the expectations regarding the legislative schedule for the House during the upcoming week.