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

DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 595.

Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 595 — "Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2936) to expedite under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and improve forest management activities on National Forest System lands, on public lands under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management, and on Tribal lands to return resilience to overgrown, fire-prone forested lands, 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. Roskam 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 Rev. Dr. Michael W. Waters, Joy Tabernacle AME Church, Dallas, TX

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of November 1.

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 Roger W. Marshall to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

A resolution designating November 4, 2017, as National Bison Day. (10/31/2017 legislative day)

A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States. (10/31/2017 legislative day)

A resolution celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus and its achievements in the Senate. (10/31/2017 legislative day)

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