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The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Considered as unfinished business. H. Res. 1091 — "Calling on the Government of Burma to release Burmese journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo sentenced to seven years imprisonment after investigating attacks against civilians by Burma's military and security forces, and for other purposes."

UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question on a motion to suspend the rules which had been debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.

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. Thompson of PA 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 the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.

The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal Act (12/12/2018 legislative day)

Chinese-American World War II Veteran Congressional Gold Medal Act (12/12/2018 legislative day)

To posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to each of Glen Doherty, Tyrone Woods, J. Christopher Stevens, and Sean Smith in recognition of their contributions to the Nation. (12/12/2018 legislative day)

CyberTipline Modernization Act of 2018 (12/12/2018 legislative day)

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend honorary citizenship to otherwise qualified noncitizens who enlisted in the Philippines and died while serving on active duty with the United States Armed Forces during certain periods of hostilities, and for other purposes. (12/12/2018 legislative day)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives relating to automated external defibrillator (AED) training in the Nation's schools. (12/12/2018 legislative day)

A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress. (12/12/2018 legislative day)

The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on December 13, 2018.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. Fortenberry moved that the House do now adjourn.

SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches.