09/09/09 11:01 AM
H. Res. 447:
recognizing the remarkable contributions of the American Council of Engineering Companies for its 100 years of service to the engineering industry and the Nation
09/09/09 11:00 AM
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
09/09/09 10:47 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 447.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Tonko moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
09/09/09 10:47 AM
H.R. 3165:
to provide for a program of wind energy research, development, and demonstration, and for other purposes
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
09/09/09 10:42 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3165.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Tonko moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
09/09/09 10:41 AM
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until the conclusion of general debate on all suspensions.
09/09/09 10:40 AM
H. Res. 723:
electing a minority member to a standing committee
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
Considered as privileged matter.
09/09/09 10:40 AM
The House received a communication from the Honorable Jean Schmidt. Pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, Ms. Schmidt notified the House that she had been served with a subpoena for documents issued by the Ohio Elections Commission, and after consultation with the Office of General Counsel, she will make determinations required by Rule VIII.
09/09/09 10:39 AM
The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate agreed to S. Res. 255.
09/09/09 10:03 AM
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. Johnson, Sam of TX 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.
