House Floor Summary

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 357, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Langevin amendment No. 1.

An amendment, offered by Mr. Langevin, numbered 1 printed in Part A of House Report 116-51 to include findings that the new guidance entitled "State Relief and Empowerment Waivers" weakens protections for the millions of Americans living with a preexisting health condition, including the one in four Americans living with a disability.

On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 191 (Roll no. 190).

On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 190, 1 Present (Roll no. 189).

GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 986.

House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 357 and Rule XVIII.

Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 986 and H.R. 2157. Specified amendments are in order. Provides for consideration of H.R. 986 and H.R. 2157 both under structured rules. One hour of general debate provided for each measure.

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 357. H.R. 986 — "To provide that certain guidance related to waivers for State innovation under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act shall have no force or effect."

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

DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 357.

Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 357 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 986) to provide that certain guidance related to waivers for State innovation under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act shall have no force or effect, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2157) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes."

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.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Gianforte 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.

Today's prayer was offered by Imam Omar Suleiman, Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, Irving, TX.

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of May 9.

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

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.

The Speaker designated the Honorable Henry C. "Hank" Johnson Jr. to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.