03/17/11 10:57 AM
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 181 (Roll no. 190).
03/17/11 10:47 AM
Point of order raised by Mr. Weiner on the content of the measure. Mr. Weiner stated that the underlying bill made in order by H. Res. 174 had not been posted online for 72 hours, and as such, was in violation of the rules of the House. Point of order overruled by the Chair.
03/17/11 10:46 AM
On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 179 (Roll no. 189).
03/17/11 9:16 AM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 174.
Considered as privileged matter.
03/17/11 9:16 AM
H. Res. 147:
providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Twelfth Congress
03/17/11 9:15 AM
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
Considered as privileged matter.
03/17/11 9:03 AM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 5 per side of the aisle.
03/17/11 9:02 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Barrow 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.
03/17/11 9:01 AM
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Daniel Coughlin.
03/17/11 9:00 AM
The Speaker designated the Honorable Ted Poe to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
