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H.R. 5987:
to ensure that seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities who receive Social Security and certain other Federal benefits receive a one-time $250 payment in the event that no cost-of-living adjustment is payable in 2011
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 3789.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Pomeroy moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
12/08/10 10:51 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.
12/08/10 10:29 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5987.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Pomeroy moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
12/08/10 10:27 AM
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
12/08/10 10:05 AM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House continued with further one minute speeches.
12/08/10 10:02 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. Kagen 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.
12/08/10 10:01 AM
Today's prayer was offered by Lieutenant Christilene Whalen, Chaplain Corps, United States Navy, Patuxent River, Maryland
The Speaker designated the Honorable Ed Pastor to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
12/08/10 10:00 AM
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
