07/18/12 12:37 PM
The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notice stating that the national emergency with respect to significant transnational criminal organizations is to continue in effect beyond July 24, 2012.- referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed (H. Doc. 112-125).
07/18/12 12:04 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.
07/18/12 12:03 PM
The Speaker recognized Mr. Crawford for one minute for the purpose of introducing the guest Chaplain.
07/18/12 12:02 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Woolsey to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
07/18/12 12:02 PM
The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.
07/18/12 12:01 PM
Today's prayer was offered by Reverend Dr. Stan Ballard, Nettleton Baptist Church, Jonesboro, Arkansas.
07/18/12 12:00 PM
The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of July 18.
07/18/12 10:43 AM
The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.
07/18/12 10:00 AM
MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business.
07/18/12 10:00 AM
The Speaker designated the Honorable Jean Schmidt to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
