11/18/20 12:25 PM H. Res. 1033
Considered under suspension of the rules.
11/18/20 12:24 PM H. Res. 1033
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. H. Res. 1033 — "Condemning acts by the People's Republic of China and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region that violate fundamental rights and freedoms of Hong Kong residents as well as acts that undermine Hong Kong's high degree of autonomy."
11/18/20 12:21 PM
The Speaker announced that votes on suspensions, if ordered, will be postponed until a time to be announced.
11/18/20 12:07 PM
ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the chair will be limited to 15 per side of the aisle.
11/18/20 12:05 PM
HOUSE DECORUM - The Chair announced that under clause 2 of rule 1, as previously stated on July 29, 2020, the Chair is required to preserve order and decorum in the Chamber. The Chair advised that all Members should leave the Chamber promptly after casting their votes and that Members should avoid congregating in the rooms leading into the Chamber, including the Speaker's Lobby. The Chair issued a reminder that the current practice of providing small groups of Members with a minimum of 5 minutes within to cast their votes would continue. After voting, Members must clear the Chamber to allow the next group a safe and sufficient opportunity to vote. The Chair stated that it is essential for the health and safety of Members, staff, and the U.S. Capitol Police to consistently practice social distancing, and to ensure that a safe capacity be maintained in the Chamber at all times. The Sergeant-at-Arms is directed to enforce this policy. The Chair stated that the announ cement of July 29, 2020, regarding the w earing of masks in the Hall of the House re mains in effect. Members and staff will not be permitted to enter the Hall of the House without wearing a mask. Masks will be available at en try points for any Member who forgets to bring one. The Chair also reaffirmed the Chair views the failure to wear a mask as a serious breach of decorum.
11/18/20 12:05 PM
HOUSE DECORUM - The Chair announced that under clause 2 of rule 1, as previously stated on July 29, 2020, the Chair is required to preserve order and decorum in the Chamber. The Chair advised that all Members should leave the Chamber promptly after casting their votes and that Members should avoid congregating in the rooms leading into the Chamber, including the Speakers Lobby. The Chair issued a reminder that the current practice of providing small groups of Members with a minimum of 5 minutes within to cast their votes would continue. After voting, Members must clear the Chamber to allow the next group a safe and sufficient opportunity to vote. The Chair stated that it is essential for the health and safety of Members, staff, and the U.S. Capitol Police to consistently practice social distancing, and to ensure that a safe capacity be maintained in the Chamber at all times. The Sergeant-at-Arms is directed to enforce this policy. The Chair stated that the announ cement of July 29, 2020, regarding the w earing of masks in the Hall of the House re mains in effect. Members and staff will not be permitted to enter the Hall of the House without wearing a mask. Masks will be available at en try points for any Member who forgets to bring one. The Chair also reaffirmed the Chair views the failure to wear a mask as a serious breach of decorum.
11/18/20 12:04 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Mr. Harder of CA to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
11/18/20 12:04 PM
SPEAKER'S APPROVAL OF THE JOURNAL - Pursuant to section 4(a) of H. Res. 967, the Journal of the last day's proceedings was approved.
11/18/20 12:03 PM
Today's prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
11/18/20 12:03 PM
The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of November 18.
