07/17/08 1:12 PM
On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 188 (Roll no. 509).
07/17/08 11:39 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1350
Considered as privileged matter.
07/17/08 11:39 AM
S. 2062:
to amend the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 to reauthorize that Act, and for other purposes
07/17/08 11:38 AM
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion that the House instruct conferees Agreed to by voice vote.
The previous question was ordered without objection.
07/17/08 10:31 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on the Roskam motion to instruct conferees on S. 2062. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the managers on the part of the House to agree to language providing that development and rehabilitation of utilities and utility services shall be eligible affordable housing activities under the Indian Housing Block Grant Program.
Mr. Roskam moved that the House instruct conferees.
07/17/08 10:06 AM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 10 per side of the aisle.
07/17/08 10:03 AM
The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 5501 amended, and H.R. 1553. Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 381.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Herseth Sandlin 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.
07/17/08 10:01 AM
Today's prayer was offered by Rabbi Stuart L. Berman, Police-Clergy Liaison, New York City Police Department
The Speaker designated the Honorable Jesse L. Jackson Jr. to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
07/17/08 10:00 AM
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
