09/20/13 9:19 AM H.J. Res. 59
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 59 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. Section 2 of the resolution provides that it shall be in order at any time from the calendar day of September 26, 2013, through the calendar day of September 29, 2013, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules and that the Speaker or his designee shall consult with the Minority Leader or her designee on the designation of any matter or consideration pursuant to this section. The resolution provides that the amendment printed in the report shall be considered as adopted and the joint resolution, as amended shall be considered as read.
09/20/13 9:19 AM H.J. Res. 59
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 59 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments. Section 2 of theresolution provides that it shall be in order at any time from the calendar day of September 26, 2013, through the calendar day of September 29, 2013, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules and that the Speaker or his designee shall consult with the Minority Leader or her designee on the designation of any matter or consideration pursuant to this section. The resolution provides that the amendment printed in the report shall be considered as adopted and the joint resolution, as amended shall be considered as read.
09/20/13 9:19 AM H.J. Res. 59
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 352. H.J. Res. 59 — "Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2014, and for other purposes."
09/20/13 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.
09/20/13 9:02 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Williams to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
09/20/13 9:02 AM
The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
09/20/13 9:01 AM
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
09/20/13 9:00 AM
The Speaker designated the Honorable Virginia Foxx to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
09/20/13 9:00 AM
The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
