10/21/09 10:58 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.
10/21/09 10:34 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1793.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
10/21/09 10:33 AM
Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
10/21/09 10:08 AM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House resumed one minute speeches.
10/21/09 10:07 AM
The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed S. 1818.
10/21/09 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. Poe 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.
10/21/09 10:01 AM
Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Darrell Armstrong, Shiloh Baptist Church Trenton, New Jersey.
The Speaker designated the Honorable Ed Pastor to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
10/21/09 10:00 AM
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
