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H. Res. 989:
expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal economies
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.
06/09/10 10:53 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5026.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Markey (MA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
06/09/10 10:28 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 989.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Inslee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
06/09/10 10:27 AM
H.R. 2008:
to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to facilitate the development of hydroelectric power on the Diamond Fork System of the Central Utah Project
06/09/10 10:27 AM
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
06/09/10 10:02 AM
Mr. Inslee asked unanimous consent that, in the engrossment of the bill, H.R. 2008, the Clerk be directed to carry out the modification submittted at the desk which adds a section 8 to the text of the bill. Agreed to without objection.
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.
06/09/10 10:01 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mrs. Maloney 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.
06/09/10 10:00 AM
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin.
The Speaker designated the Honorable Ed Pastor to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
