04/16/13 12:30 PM
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
04/16/13 12:05 PM
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.
04/16/13 12:04 PM H. Res. 162
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
04/16/13 12:04 PM H. Res. 162
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
04/16/13 12:04 PM H. Res. 162
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 162 — "Electing a Member to a standing committee of the House of Representatives."
04/16/13 12:04 PM H. Res. 162
Considered as privileged matter. H. Res. 162 — "The title of this measure is not available."
04/16/13 12:03 PM
The House received a communication from the Honorable Keith J. Rothfus. Mr. Rothfus submitted his resignation from the Committee on the Judiciary and from the Committee on Homeland Security. The resignation was accepted without objection.
04/16/13 12:03 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. O'Rourke to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
04/16/13 12:02 PM
The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
04/16/13 12:01 PM
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
