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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. Sires to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.

The Speaker designated the Honorable Dennis A. Ross to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on September 6, 2017.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. Cole moved that the House do now adjourn.

Mr. Cole filed a report from the Committee on Rules on H. Res. 500.

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of September 5.

Bankruptcy Judgeship Act of 2017 (09/05/2017 legislative day)

The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is subject to the call of the Chair.

SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.

Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. (09/05/2017 legislative day)

Improving Access to Capital Act (09/05/2017 legislative day)

Financial Stability Oversight Council Insurance Member Continuity Act (09/05/2017 legislative day)

Bob Dole Congressional Gold Medal Act (09/05/2017 legislative day)

Restraining Excessive Seizure of Property through the Exploitation of Civil Asset Forfeiture Tools Act (09/05/2017 legislative day)

Timothy J. Kelly, of the District of Columbia, to be United States District Judge for the District of Columbia, vice Rosemary M. Collyer, retired. (09/05/2017 legislative day)

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 3 (Roll no. 440).