07/15/13 10:03 AM
The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. on July 16, 2013.
07/15/13 10:03 AM
The House received a communication from The Honorable Edward J. Markey. Mr. Markey notified the House that he will resign his seat in the United States House of Representatives in order to serve in the United States Senate as a Senator from Massachusetts. His resignation from the United States House of Representatives is effective at the close of business on Monday, July 15, 2013.
07/15/13 10:02 AM
The House received a message from the Senate. The Senate passed H.R. 2289 and agreed to H. Con. Res. 43.
07/15/13 10:02 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
07/15/13 10:01 AM
The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
07/15/13 10:00 AM
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
07/15/13 10:00 AM
The Speaker designated the Honorable Thomas E. Petri to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
07/15/13 10:00 AM
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
