02/23/10 2:14 PM
H. Res. 1066:
recognizing the bravery and efforts of the United States Armed Forces, local first responders, and other members of Operation Unified Response for their swift and coordinated action in light of the devastation wrought upon the nation of Haiti after a horrific 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Port-Au-Prince and surrounding cities on January 12, 2010
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.
02/23/10 1:52 PM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1066.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Skelton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
02/23/10 1:51 PM
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
02/23/10 12:06 PM
H. Res. 1095:
electing a Minority member to a standing committee
02/23/10 12:06 PM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with one minute speeches.
02/23/10 12:05 PM
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
Considered as privileged matter.
02/23/10 12:02 PM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches.
The House received a communication from the Honorable Mr. Walden . Mr. Walden submitted his resignation from the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resignation was accepted without objection.
02/23/10 12:01 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. of CA 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.
02/23/10 12:00 PM
Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Alan Keiran, Office of the United States Senate Chaplain
The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of February 23.
02/23/10 10:51 AM
The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.
