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Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1219 with 1 hour of general debate. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit; and providing for proceedings during the period from April 7, 2017 through April 24, 2017

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 242. H.R. 1219 — "To amend the Investment Company Act of 1940 to expand the investor limitation for qualifying venture capital funds under an exemption from the definition of an investment company."

SPEAKER'S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - The Chair announced that he had examined the Journal of the last day's proceedings and had approved it. Mr. Thompson (PA) demanded that the question be put on agreeing to the Speaker's approval of the Journal and by voice vote, the Chair announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Thompson (PA) objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of the Speaker's approval of the Journal until later in the legislative day.

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.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Ruiz 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 House convened, starting a new legislative day.

The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on April 6, 2017.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. King (IA) moved that the House do now adjourn.

Self-Insurance Protection Act (04/05/2017 legislative day)

A bill to amend Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014 to modify the termination date for the Veterans Choice Program, and for other purposes. (04/05/2017 legislative day)

SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches.

CONGRESSIONAL-EXECUTIVE COMMISSION ON THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA - Pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 6913, and the order of the House of January 3, 2017, the Speaker appointed the following member of the House to the CONGRESSIONAL-EXECUTIVE COMMISSION ON THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA: Mr. Ted Lieu of CA.

HOUSE DEMOCRACY PARTNERSHIP - Pursuant to Section 4(a) of House Resolution 5, 115th Congress, the Democratic Leader appointed the following members of the House to the HOUSE DEMOCRACY PARTNERSHIP: Mr. Price of NC, Mr. Ellison, Mrs. Davis of CA, Ms. Moore, Ms. Titus, Ms. Roybal-Allard, Mr. Connolly, Mr. Ted Lieu of CA and Mrs. Torres.

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

On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 400 - 16 (Roll no. 220).

On Motion to Table the Appeal of the Ruling of the Chair Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 185, 2 Present (Roll no. 219).

ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with further one minute speeches.

Mr. Womack asked unanimous consent that when the House adjourns today, it adjourn to meet at 9:00 a.m. on April 6. Agreed to without objection.