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February 4 2012

September 2010 24 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business.   24 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Time and Agenda TBA   23 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. // Further Action on the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // Special Orders   23 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Time and Agenda TBA   22 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:00 p.m. // Suspensions (39 Bills): 1) H.R. 4347 - Department of the Interior Tribal Self-Governance Act (Rep. Boren / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 5811 - To amend the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo and Alabama and Coushatta Indian Tribes of Texas Restoration Act (Rep. Reyes / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 4195 - To authorize the Peace Corps Commemorative Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs (Rep. Farr / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 5494 - To direct the Director of the National Park Service and the Secretary of the Interior to transfer certain properties to the District of Columbia (Del. Norton / Natural Resources) // 5) H.R. 5152 - Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Adjustment Act (Rep. Gingrey / Natural Resources) // 6) H.R. 5194 - Mt. Andrea Lawrence Designation Act (Rep. McKeon / Natural Resources) // 7) H.Con.Res. 294 - 75th Anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway (Rep. Perriello / Natural Resources) // 8) H.Res. 1503 - Expressing support for National Estuaries Day (Rep. Castor / Natural Resources) // 9) H.Res. 1508 - Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of John James Audubon (Rep. Whitfield / Natural Resources) // 10) Senate Amendment to H.R. 1454 - Multinational Species Conservation Funds Semipostal Stamp Act (Rep. Brown (SC) / Natural Resources) // 11) H.R. 3470 - Nationally Enhancing the Wellbeing of Babies through Outreach and Research Now Act (Rep. Cohen / Energy and Commerce) // 12) H.R. 5756 - Training and Research for Autism Improvements Nationwide Act (Rep. Doyle / Energy and Commerce) // 13) H.R. 2923 - Combat Methamphetamine Enhancement Act (Rep. Gordon / Energy and Commerce) // 14) H.R. 3199 - Emergency Medic Transition (EMT) Act (Rep. Harman / Energy and Commerce) // 15) H.R. 5809 - Safe Drug Disposal Act (Rep. Inslee / Energy and Commerce) // 16) H.R. 1745 - Family Health Care Accessibility Act (Rep. Tim Murphy / Energy and Commerce) // 17) H.R. 5710 - National All Schedules Prescription Electronic Reporting Reauthorization Act (Rep. Whitfield / Energy and Commerce) // 18) S.2781 - Rosa's Law (Sen. Mikulski / Energy and Commerce) // 19) H.R. __ - Renewing the Authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to Approve Demonstration Projects Designed to Test Innovative Strategies in State Child Welfare Programs (Rep. McDermott / Ways and Means) // 20) S. 1674 - Improving Access to Clinical Trials Act (Sen. Wyden / Ways and Means) // 21) H.R. 6130 - Strengthening Medicare Anti-Fraud Measures Act (Rep. Stark / Ways and Means) // 22) H.Res. 1560 - Supporting the increased understanding of, and interest in, computer science and computing careers (Rep. Ehlers / Education and Labor) // 23) H.Res. 1582 - Honoring and saluting Americans for the Arts (Rep. Slaughter / Education and Labor) // 24) H.Res. 1545 - "National Postdoc Appreciation Week" Designation Act (Rep. Stearns / Education and Labor) // 25) S. 1055 - A bill to grant the congressional gold medal, collectively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, United States Army (Sen. Boxer / Financial Services) // 26) S. 846 - To award a congressional gold medal to Dr. Muhammad Yunus (Sen. Durbin / Financial Services) // 27) H.R. 3421 - Medical Debt Relief Act (Rep. Kilroy / Financial Services) // 28) H.R. 2853 - All-American Flag Act (Rep. Braley / Oversight and Government Reform) // 29) H.R. 3960 - Residential and Commuter Toll Fairness Act (Rep. McMahon / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 30) H.R. 5591 - The "Ray Daves Air Traffic Control Tower" Designation Act (Rep. McMorris Rodgers / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 31) H.R. 4387 - "Winston E. Arnow Federal Building" Designation Act (Rep. Miller (FL) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 32) H.R. 4714 - National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act (Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 33) H.R. 3427 - State Ethics Law Protection Act (Rep. Quigley / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 34) H.R. 6008 - CLEAN Act (Rep. Schauer / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 35) Senate Amendment to H.R. 1517 - To allow certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees to be converted to a permanent appointment in the competitive service (Rep. Engel / Homeland Security) // 36) H.Res. 1618 - Urging the Federal Government, States, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, other entities, and the people of the United States to observe National Preparedness Month (Rep. Thompson (MS) / Homeland Security) // 37) H.R. 5264 - Department of Justice Appropriations Authorization Act (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // 38) H.R. 5932 - Organized Retail Theft Investigation and Prosecution Act (Rep. Scott (VA) / Judiciary) // 39) H.R. 5231 - Drug Trafficking Safe Harbor Elimination Act (Rep. Smith (TX) / Judiciary) // Special Orders   22 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Time and Agenda TBA   21 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming the motion to proceed to S. 3454, the Department of Defense Authorization bill, with the time until 12:30 p.m. equally divided and controlled between Senators Levin and McCain or their designees. The Senate recesses from 12:30 until 2:15pm to allow for the weekly caucus meetings, thereafter proceeding to a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to S. 3454, the Department of Defense Authorization bill.   21 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   20 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   20 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the motion to proceed to S.3454, the Department of Defense Authorization bill, with no roll call votes scheduled.   17 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is not in session.   16 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // H.R. 4785 - Rural Energy Savings Program Act (Rep. Clyburn - Agriculture/Energy and Commerce) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1.H.Res. 1612 - Expressing the support for and honoring September 17, 2010 as "Constitution Day" (Rep. Latta - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2.H.Res. 1613 - Expressing condolences to and solidarity with the people of Pakistan in the aftermath of the devastating floods that began July 22, 2010 (Rep. Berman - Foreign Affairs) // 3.Senate Amendment to H.R. 3562 - An act to designate the federally occupied building located at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the 'James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, Michael Schwerner, and Roy K. Moore Federal Building' (Rep. Thompson (MS) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // Special Orders   16 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of H.R. 5297 thereafter proceeding to vote on the following motions: Grassley motion to suspend the Rules in order to consider Grassley amendment #4433 (to extend expiring tax incentives for biodiesel and renewable diesel) (67-vote threshold); and Hatch motion to suspend the Rules in order to consider Hatch motion to commit H.R. 5297 to the Committee on Finance of the Senate with instructions to report the same back to the Senate with changes to make permanent the research credit under section 41 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1996 (67-vote threshold). Additionally, the Senate proceeds to a series of up to 2 roll call votes on: Motion to invoke cloture on H.R.5297, as amended (60-vote threshold); and Passage of H.R. 5297, as amended (majority vote threshold).   15 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (23 Bills): H.R. 2039 - Congressional Made in America Promise Act (Rep. Kaptur - House Administration) // H.R. 3116 - Berry Amendment Extension Act (Rep. Kissell - Homeland Security) // Senate Amendments to H.R. 3978 - First Responder Anti-Terrorism Training Resources Act (Rep. Rogers (AL) - Homeland Security) // H.Res. 1595 - Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the passage of legislation that created real estate investment trusts (REITs) and gave millions of Americans new investment opportunities that helped them build a solid foundation for retirement security and has contributed to the overall strength of our economy (Rep. Levin - Ways and Means) // H.R. 5873 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 218 North Milwaukee Street in Waterford, Wisconsin, as the "Captain Rhett W. Schiller Post Office" (Rep. Ryan (WI) - Oversight and Government Reform) // S. 2868 - Federal Supply Schedules Usage Act (Sen. Lieberman - Oversight and Government Reform) // H.Res. 1522 - Expressing support for designation of the last week of September as National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week and the last Wednesday of September as National Previvor Day (Rep. Wasserman Schultz - Oversight and Government Reform) // H.R. 5366 - Overseas Contractor Reform Act (Rep. Welch - Oversight and Government Reform) // H.Res. __ - Expressing the support for and honoring September 17, 2010 as “Constitution Day” (Rep. Latta - Oversight and Government Reform) // S. 3656 - Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2010 (Sen. Lincoln - Agriculture) // H.R. 3519 - Veterinarian Services Investment Act (Rep. Smith (NE) - Agriculture) // H.Res. __ - Expressing condolences to and solidarity with the people of Pakistan in the aftermath of the devastating floods that began July 22, 2010 (Rep. Berman - Foreign Affairs) // H.R. 5282 - To provide funds to the Army Corps of Engineers to hire veterans and members of the Armed Forces to assist the Corps with curation and historic preservation activities (Rep. Barrow - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.R. 5651 - To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 515 9th Street in Rapid City, South Dakota, as the "Andrew W. Bogue Federal Building and United States Courthouse" (Rep. Herseth Sandlin - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.R. 5706 - To designate the facility of the Government Printing Office located at 31451 East United Avenue in Pueblo, Colorado, as the "Frank Evans Government Printing Office Building" (Rep. Salazar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // Senate Amendment to H.R. 3562 - An act to designate the federally occupied building located at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the 'James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, Michael Schwerner, and Roy K. Moore Federal Building' (Rep. Thompson (MS) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.R. 5773 - To designate the Federal building located at 6401 Security Boulevard in Baltimore, Maryland, as the "Robert M. Ball Federal Building" (Rep. Cummings - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.Res. 1583 - Observing the fifth anniversary of the date on which Hurricane Rita devastated the coasts of Louisiana and Texas, remembering those lost in the storm and in the process of evacuation, recovery, and rebuilding (Rep. Boustany - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.Res. 1577 - Observing the fifth anniversary of the date on which Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, saluting the dedication of volunteers who offered assistance in support of those affected by the storm, recognizing the progress of efforts to rebuild the affected Gulf Coast region (Rep. Cao - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.Res. 1473 - Supporting backcountry airstrips and recreational aviation (Rep. Rehberg - Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.Res. 1375 - Recognizing the 90th anniversary of the 19th Amendment (Rep. Cooper - Judiciary) // H.Res. __ - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that law enforcement service dogs and their handlers perform a vital role in providing for our Nation's security and should be recognized for their service (Rep. Coble - Judiciary) // H.R. 4862 - To permit Members of Congress to administer the oath of allegiance to applicants for naturalization (Rep. Serrano - Judiciary) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): H.Res. 1610 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001 (Reps. Hoyer/Boehner) // Special Orders   15 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R. 5297, the Small Business Jobs bill, post-cloture. The Senate recesses from 2:45 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. to accommodate members attending the September 11th Congressional Remembrance Ceremony on the East Front Center steps of the Capitol.   14 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 308, the House reconvenes for legislative business following the August work period. Suspensions (8 Bills): 1) H.Res. __ - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001 (Sponsored by Reps. Hoyer/Boehner) // 2) H.Res. 1052 - Honoring the members of the Army National Guard and Air National Guard of the State of Oklahoma for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States since September 11, 2001 (Sponsored by Rep. Boren / Armed Services) // 3) H.Res. 1251 - Recognizing and honoring the United States troops who gave their lives on D-Day at the Battle of Normandy (Sponsored by Rep. Poe / Armed Services) // 4) H.R. 6102 - To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 to extend the authority of the Secretary of the Navy to enter into multiyear contracts for F/A-18E, F/A-18F, and EA-18G aircraft (Sponsored by Rep. Taylor / Armed Services) // 5) H.Res. 1571 - Acknowledging and congratulating Miami Dade College on the occasion of its 50th anniversary of service to the students and residents of the State of Florida (Sponsored by Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 1564 - Commending and congratulating Michigan Technological University on the occasion of its 125th anniversary (Sponsored by Rep. Stupak / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 1480 - Commending the University of Southern California Trojan men's tennis team for its victory in the 2010 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men's Tennis Championship (Sponsored by Rep. Watson / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. __ - Expressing support for designation of the week beginning September 19, 2010, as “National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week” (Sponsored by Rep. Grijalva / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   14 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of H.R. 5297, the Small Business Jobs bill. At 11:00 a.m., the Senate proceeds to a cloture vote on Johanns amendment #4596 (1099 reporting). If cloture is not invoked, the Senate proceeds to a cloture vote on the Nelson (FL) amendment #4595 (1099 reporting). If cloture is not invoked, the Senate proceeds to a cloture vote on the substitute amendment #4594 to H.R. 5297, Small Business Jobs. The Senate recesses from 12:30pm - 2:15pm for the weekly caucus meetings.   13 September 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 307, the Senate convenes a period of morning business until 3:30 p.m., when the Senate proceeds to executive session to consider the nomination of Jane Stranch to be United States Circuit Judge for the Sixth Circuit, thereafter voting on confirmation of the nomination.   13 September 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House remains in recess for the August work period.   10 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   9 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   8 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   7 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   6 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   3 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   2 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   1 September 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress remains in recess for the August work period.   August 2010 31 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   30 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   27 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   26 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   25 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   24 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   23 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   20 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   19 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   18 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   17 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   16 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   13 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   12 August 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and proceeds to consideration of H.R. 6080, the Border Security Appropriations bill.   11 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   10 August 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:00 a.m. for morning hour and 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. “One Minutes” (5 per side) // Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment to H.R. 1586 - Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act (Reps. Obey/Waxman/Levin – Appropriations/Energy and Commerce/Ways and Means) (Subject to a Rule) // Suspension (1 Bill): H.R. 6080 - Emergency Border Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2010 (Reps. Price (NC)/Giffords – Appropriations)   9 August 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   6 August 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the August work period.   5 August 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of the House message to accompany H.R.1586, the legislative vehicle for Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) aid to states and teacher funding. The KAGAN VOTE is expected today.   5 August 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in recess for the August work period.   4 August 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of the House Message on H.R. 1586 for one hour of debate equally divided and controlled between the two Leaders or their designees, thereafter proceeding to a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to concur in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 1586, with Reid for Murray amendment #4575 (FMAP and Teacher Funding).   4 August 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in recess for the August work period.   3 August 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate proceeds to Executive Session to consider the nomination of Elena Kagan to be Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, recessing from 12:30 until 2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus meetings, debating the nomination in alternating hour-long blocks of time.   3 August 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in recess for the August work period.   2 August 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business until 3:00 p.m., thereafter proceeding to consideration of the House Message on H.R. 1586, FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act. At 5:45 p.m., the Senate proceeds to a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to concur with amendment #4567 (Teacher Funding and FMAP) in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to the bill.   2 August 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in recess for the August work period.   July 2010 30 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business.   30 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (5 per side) // H.R. 3534 - Consolidated Land, Energy, and Aquatic Resources Act of 2010 (Structured Rule)(Rep. Rahall / Natural Resources) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Rahall Manager's Amendment (20 minutes); Castle Amendment (10 minutes); Kind Amendment (10 minutes); Shea-Porter Amendment (10 minutes); Teague Amendment (10 minutes); Himes Amendment (10 minutes); Connolly Amendment (10 minutes); Melancon #60 Amendment (10 minutes); Melancon #58 Amendment (10 minutes) // H.R. 5851 - Offshore Oil and Gas Worker Whistleblower Legislation Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Miller (CA) / Education and Labor) // Possible Furhter Action on H.R. 1264 - Multiple Peril Insurance Act (Closed Rule) (Rep. Taylor (MS) / Financial Services) // Suspensions (3 Bills): 1) H.R. __ - To increase the flexibility of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development with respect to the amount of premiums charged for FHA single family housing mortgage insurance (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // 2) H.R. 4862 - To permit Members of Congress to administer the oath of allegiance to applicants for naturalization (Rep. Serrano / Judiciary) // 3) H.R. __ - Small Business Tax Relief Act (Rep. Murphy (NY) / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Votes): 1) H.Res. 1558 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fruit and vegetable and commodity producers are encouraged to display the American flag on labels of products grown in the United States (Rep. Cardoza / Agriculture) // 2) H.R. 5901 - Real Estate Jobs and Investment Act (Rep. Crowley / Ways and Means) // 3) H.Res. 1566 - Recognizing and commemorating The Fiftieth Anniversary of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and the National Sit-In Movement (Rep. Lewis (GA) / Judiciary) // 4) H.R. 5414 - To provide for the conveyance of a small parcel of National Forest System land in the Francis Marion National Forest in South Carolina (Rep. Brown (SC) / Agriculture) // Special Orders   29 July 2010 -  HOUSE COMMITTEE ON STANDARDS OF OFFICIAL CONDUCT: Organizational meeting to prepare for its work to determine whether any counts in the Statement of Alleged Violation in the matter of Rep. Charles B. Rangel, D-N.Y. have been proved by clear and convincing evidence and to make findings of fact.   29 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (10 per side) // H.R. 5850 - Department of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011 (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. Olver / Appropriations) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Boehner Amendment #79 (10 minutes); Boehner Amendment #87 (10 minutes); Boehner Amendment #89 (10 minutes); Boehner Amendment #90 (10 minutes); Cardoza et al Amendment (10 minutes); Arcuri Amendment (10 minutes); Perlmutter Amendment (10 minutes); Latham Amendment (10 minutes); DeFazio Amendment (10 minutes); Culberson Amendment (10 minutes); Bernice Eddie Johnson Amendment (10 minutes); Graves (MO) Amendment (10 minutes); Moore (WI) Amendment (10 minutes); Neugebauer Amendment (10 minutes); Braley Amendment (10 minutes); Turner Amendment (10 minutes); Kirkpatrick Amendment (10 minutes); Jordan Amendment (10 minutes); Peters et al Amendment (10 minutes); Bachmann Amendment (10 minutes) // The rule also makes in order up to 4 of the following amendments if offered by Rep. Flake or his designee: Flake Amendment #25 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #26 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #27 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #28 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #29 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #30 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #31 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #32 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #33 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #34 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #35 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #36 (10 minutes); H.R. 5893 - Investing in American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 (Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2) H.R. 5901 - Real Estate Jobs and Investment Act (Rep. Crowley / Ways and Means) // 3) H.R. 847 - James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act (Rep. Maloney / Energy and Commerce) // 4) H.R. 5320 - Assistance, Quality, and Affordability Act of 2010 (Rep. Waxman / Energy and Commerce) // 5) S. 3372 - Modifying the date on which the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and applicable States may require permits for discharges from certain vessels (Sen. Boxer / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6) H.Res. __ - Recognizing and commemorating The Fiftieth Anniversary of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and the National Sit-In Movement (Rep. Lewis (GA) / Judiciary) // 7) H.R. 5414 - To provide for the conveyance of a small parcel of National Forest System land in the Francis Marion National Forest in South Carolina (Rep. Brown (SC) / Agriculture) // 8) H.R. 2476 - Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act (Rep. DeGette / Agriculture) // 9) H.J.Res. 90 - Expressing support for designation of September 2010 as "Gospel Music Heritage Month" and honoring gospel music for its valuable and longstanding contributions to the culture of the United States (Rep. Jackson-Lee / Oversight and Government Reform) // 10) H.Res. 1527 - Congratulating the United States Men's National Soccer Team for its inspiring performance in the 2010 FIFA World Cup (Rep. Gohmert - Oversight and Government Reform) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Votes): 1) H.Con.Res. 266 - Expressing the sense of Congress that Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (Rep. Berkley / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.R. 3040 - Senior Financial Empowerment Act (Rep. Baldwin / Judiciary) // 3) H.Res. 1558 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fruit and vegetable and commodity producers are encouraged to display the American flag on labels of products grown in the United States (Rep. Cardoza / Agriculture) // Special Orders   29 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of H.R.5297, Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010.   28 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (15 per side) // H.R. 5822 - Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2011 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Edwards (TX) / Appropriations) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Holt Amendment (10 minutes); Buyer Amendment #17 (10 minutes); Buyer Amendment #19 (10 minutes); Buyer Amendment #20 (10 minutes); Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Hill Amendment (10 minutes); Gingrey Amendment #1 (10 minutes); Gingrey Amendment #2 (10 minutes); Halvorson Amendment (10 minutes); Bilirakis Amendment (10 minutes); Peters Amendment #22 (10 minutes); Peters Amendment #29 (10 minutes); Garrett et al Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) H.R. 4692 - National Manufacturing Strategy Act of 2010 (Rep. Lipinski / Energy and Commerce) // 2) H.R. 5156 - Clean Energy Technology Manufacturing and Export Assistance Act (Rep. Matsui / Energy and Commerce) // 3) H.R. 1875 - End the Trade Deficit Act (Rep. DeFazio - Ways and Means) // 4) H.Res. 1481 - Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Save for Retirement Week (Rep. Schwartz / Ways and Means) // 5) H.R. 1796 - Residential Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act (Rep. Matheson / Energy and Commerce) // 6) H.Res. 1499 - Honoring the achievements of Dr. Robert M. Campbell, Jr., to provide children with lifesaving medical care (Rep. Wasserman Schultz / Energy and Commerce) // 7) H.R. 2480 - Truth in Fur Labeling Act (Rep. Moran (VA) / Energy and Commerce) // 8) S. 1789 - Fair Sentencing Act (Sen. Durbin / Judiciary) // 9) H.R. 5751 - Fee on Lobbyists Act (Rep. Kilroy / Judiciary) // 10) H.R. 5872 - General and Special Risk Insurance Funds Availability Act (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // 11) Senate Amendments to H.R. 5610 - Independent Living Centers Technical Adjustment Act (Rep. George Miller / Education and Labor) // 12) H.R. 5874 - Making Supplemental Appropriations for the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2010 (Rep. Mollohan / Appropriations) // 13) H.R. 5875 - Making Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Border Security for the Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2010 (Rep. Price (NC) / Appropriations) // 14) H.Res. 1558 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fruit and vegetable and commodity producers are encouraged to display the American flag on labels of products grown in the United States, reminding us all to take pride in the healthy bounty produced by American farmers and workers (Rep. Cardoza / Agriculture) // 15) H.R. 4658 - Benton MacKaye Cherokee National Forest Land Consolidation Act (Rep. Duncan / Agriculture) // 16) H.R. 5669 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain Federally owned land located in Story County, Iowa (Rep. Latham / Agriculture) // Special Orders   28 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate proceeds to a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R. 5297, Small Business Jobs bill.   27 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, recessing from 12:30 until 2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus meetings. At 2:45 p.m., the Senate will proceed to a cloture vote on the motion to proceed to the consideration of S. 3628, the DISCLOSE Act.   27 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:00 a.m. for morning hour and 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. One Minutes // Suspensions (22 Bills): 1) Senate Amendment to H.R. 4899 - Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Obey / Appropriations) // 2) H.R. 5730 - Surface Transportation Earmark Rescission, Savings, and Accountability Act (Rep. Markey (CO) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 3) H.Con.Res. 258 - Congratulating the Commandant of the Coast Guard and the Superintendent of the Coast Guard Academy and its staff for 100 years of operation of the Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut (Rep. Courtney / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4) H.Res. 1401 - Expressing gratitude for air traffic controllers of the United States (Rep. McCarthy (NY) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5) H.Res. 1366 - Recognizing and honoring the freight rail industry (Rep. Hare / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6) H.R. 5825 - To review, update, and revise the factors to measure the severity, magnitude, and impact of a disaster (Rep. Hill / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 7) H.Con.Res. 266 - Expressing the sense of Congress that Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (Rep. Berkley / Foreign Affairs) // 8) H.Res. 1538 - Condemning the July 11, 2010, terrorist attacks in Kampala, Uganda (Rep. Davis (CA) / Foreign Affairs) // 9) H.R. 5138 - International Megan's Law (Rep. Smith (NJ) / Foreign Affairs) // 10) H.R. 5849 - To provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (Sponsor Rep. Velazquez / Small Business) // 11) H.R. 5681 - To improve certain administrative operations of the Library of Congress (Rep. Brady (PA) / House Administration) // 12) H.R. 5682 - To improve the operation of certain facilities and programs of the House of Representatives (Rep. Brady (PA) / House Administration) // 13) H.R. 415 - Fallen Heroes Flag Act (Rep. King (NY) / House Administration) // 14) H.R. 3040 - Senior Financial Empowerment Act (Rep. Baldwin / Judiciary) // 15) Senate Amendments to H.R. 2765 - Securing the Protection of our Enduring and Established Constitutional Heritage Act (Rep. Cohen / Judiciary) // 16) H.R. 5281 - Removal Clarification Act (Rep. Johnson (GA) / Judiciary) // 17) H.R. 2780 - Federal Restricted Buildings and Grounds Improvement Act (Rep. Rooney / Judiciary) // 18) H.R. 5827 - Protecting Gun Owners in Bankruptcy Act (Rep. Boccieri / Judiciary) // 19) H.R. 5143 - National Criminal Justice Commission Act (Rep. Delahunt / Judiciary) // 20) H.R. 5810 - Securing Aircraft Cockpits Against Lasers Act (Rep. Lungren / Judiciary) // 21) H.R. 4748 - Northern Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act of 2010 (Rep. Owens / Judiciary) // 22) H.R. 5662 - Simplifying the Ambiguous Law, Keeping Everyone Reliably Safe Act of 2010 (Rep. Loretta Sanchez / Judiciary) // H.Con.Res. 301 - Pakistan War Powers Resolution (Privileged Resolution) (Rep. Kucinich / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   26 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of the motion to proceed to S. 3628, the DISCLOSE Act, with no roll call votes scheduled.   26 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (9 Bills): H.Res. 1504 - Recognizing and honoring the 20th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Rep. Hoyer - Education and Labor) // H.R. 3101 - Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (Rep. Markey (MA) - Energy and Commerce) // H.Res. 1058 - Honoring and praising the Sojourn to the Past organization on the occasion of its 10th anniversary (Rep. Lewis (GA) - Education and Labor) // H.Res. 1543 - Honoring the educational significance of Dr. Jane Goodall's work on this the 50th anniversary of the beginning of her work in Tanzania, Africa (Rep. Polis - Education and Labor) // H.Res. 1456 - Congratulating the University of Dayton men's basketball team for winning the 2010 National Invitation Tournament basketball championship (Rep. Turner - Education and Labor) // H.Con.Res. 275 - Expressing support for designation of the week beginning on the second Sunday of September as Arts in Education Week. (Rep. Speier - Education and Labor) // H.R. 1320 - Federal Advisory Committee Act Amendments (Rep. Clay - Oversight and Government Reform) // H.Con.Res. 226 - Supporting the observance of "Spirit of '45 Day" (Rep. Filner - Oversight and Government Reform) // H.Res. 1525 - Honoring the 50th anniversary of the publication of "To Kill a Mockingbird", a classic American novel authored by Nelle Harper Lee of Monroeville, Alabama (Rep. Bonner - Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   23 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is not in session.   22 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (10 per side) // Motion To Concur in the Senate Amendment to H.R. 4213 - Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // H.R. 1264 - Multiple Peril Insurance Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Taylor / Financial Services) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.R. 5341 - The "Joyce Rogers Post Office Building" Designation Act(Rep. Dingell / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 1469 - Child Protection Improvements Act of 2009 (Rep. Schiff / Judiciary) // Special Orders   22 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate proceeds to the immediate consideration of S.Res.591, a resolution recognizing and honoring the 20th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act for up to two hours. Upon the use or yielding back of time, the Senate proceeds to the consideration of H.J.Res. 83, a joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 for up to twenty minutes. Thereafter, the Senate proceeds to votes on the resolutions and resumes consideration of the Small Business Jobs bill.   21 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (15 per side) // Suspensions (7 Bills): 1) H.R. 4380 - U.S. Manufacturing Enhancement Act (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // 2) Sen. Amend. to H.R. 725 - Indian Arts and Crafts Amendments Act (Rep. Pastor / Natural Resources) // 3) S. 1053 - To amend the National Law Enforcement Museum Act to extend the termination date (Sen. Murkowski / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 2693 - Federal Oil Spill Research Program Act (Rep. Woolsey / Science and Technology) // 5) H.R. 5716 - Safer Oil and Natural Gas Drilling Technology Research and Development Act (Rep. Gordon / Science and Technology) // 6) H.Con.Res. 292 - Supporting the goals of National Aerospace Week (Rep. Ehlers / Science and Technology) // 7) H.Res. 611 - Supporting "Fragile X Awareness Day" (Rep. Hare / Energy and Commerce) // H. Res. 1537 - Martial Law / Same Day Authority Rule (Rep. Slaughter / Rules) // Motion To Concur in the Senate Amendment to H.R. 4213 - Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act (Martial Law Rule) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1411 - Honoring the service and commitment of the 111th Fighter Wing, Pennsylvania Air National Guard (Rep. Schwartz / Armed Services) // 2) H.R. 5341 - The "Joyce Rogers Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Dingell / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1513 - Congratulating the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 142nd season (Rep. Murphy (NY) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.R. 5566 - Prevention of Interstate Commerce in Animal Crush Videos Act (Rep. Gallegly / Judiciary) // 5) H.R. 1469 - Child Protection Improvements Act of 2009 (Rep. Schiff / Judiciary) // Special Orders   21 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the House Message on H.R. 4213, a bill to extend Unemployment Insurance benefits through November 30, 2010, post-cloture. Following disposition of H.R. 4213, (Unemployment Insurance), the Senate resumes consideration of H.R. 5297, the Small Business Jobs bill.   20 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for Morning Hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. One Minutes (Unlimited) // Suspensions (18 Bills): 1) H.R. 5266 - National Commission on Children and Disasters Reauthorization Act of 2010 (Rep. Brown (FL) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2) H.R. 5545 - To deauthorize a portion of the project for navigation, Potomac River, Washington Channel, District of Columbia, under the jurisdiction of the Corps of Engineers (Del. Norton / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 3) H.R. 5301 - To extend the period during which the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and States are prohibited from requiring a permit under section 402 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act for certain discharges that are incidental to normal operation of vessels (Rep. LoBiondo / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4) H.Res. 1463 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Railroad Retirement Day (Rep. Perriello / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5) H.R. 5604 - Surface Transportation Savings Act of 2010 (Rep. Perriello / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6) H.Res. 1516 - Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II, honoring the service members who fought in World War II and their families, and honoring the service members who are currently serving in combat operations (Rep. Skelton / Armed Services) // 7) H.Res. 1411 - Honoring the service and commitment of the 111th Fighter Wing, Pennsylvania Air National Guard. (Rep. Schwartz / Armed Services) // 8) H.Res. 1483 - Recognizing the exemplary service and sacrifice of the soldiers of the 14th Armored Division of the United States Army, known as the Liberators, during World War II (Rep. Gingrey / Armed Services) // 9) H.R. 4842 - Homeland Security Science and Technology Authorization Act of 2010 (Rep. Clarke / Homeland Security) // 10) H.R. 4684 - National September 11 Memorial & Museum Commemorative Medal Act (Rep. Nadler / Financial Services) // 11) H.R. 5341 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 Orndorf Drive in Brighton, Michigan, as the "Joyce Rogers Post Office Building" (Rep. Dingell / Oversight and Government Reform) // 12) H.Res. 1513 - Congratulating the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 142nd season (Rep. Murphy (NY) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 13) H.R. 5283 - Help HAITI Act of 2010 (Rep. Fortenberry / Judiciary) // 14) H.R. 5532 - International Adoption Harmonization Act of 2010 (Rep. Lofgren / Judiciary) // 15) H.Res. 1470 - Honoring the life, achievements, and distinguished career of Chief Justice William S. Richardson (Rep. Djou / Judiciary) // 16) H.R. 5566 - Prevention of Interstate Commerce in Animal Crush Videos Act of 2010 (Rep. Gallegly / Judiciary) // 17) S. 1749 - Cell Phone Contraband Act of 2010 (Sen. Feinstein / Judiciary) // 18) H.R. 1469 - Child Protection Improvements Act of 2009 (Rep. Schiff / Judiciary) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1491 - Congratulating the University of South Carolina (Rep. Wilson (SC) / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   20 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business with the time until 12:30 p.m. equally divided and controlled between the two Leaders or their designees, recessing from 12:30 until 2:15pm to allow for the weekly caucus meetings. At 2:15 p.m., Carte Goodwin will be sworn as the junior senator from West Virginia. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of the House Message on H.R. 4213, Unemployment Insurance Extension, with the time until 2:30 p.m. equally divided and controlled between the two Leaders or their designees. The Senate then proceeds to a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to concur in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 4213, a bill to extend Unemployment benefits through November 2010.   19 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business until 3:00 p.m. thereafter resuming consideration of H.R. 5297, the Small Business Jobs bill, having no roll call votes.   19 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:00 p.m. One Minutes // Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1472 - Expressing support for designation of the week of September 13, 2010, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week (Rep. Polis / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Con.Res. 126 - Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Title VI international education programs within the Department of Education (Rep. Watson / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1219 - Expressing support for designation of September as National Child Awareness Month (Rep. Calvert / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1491 - Congratulating the University of South Carolina (Rep. Wilson (SC) / Education and Labor) // 5) H.R. 1855 - SECTORS Act (Rep. Loebsack / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   16 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   16 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   15 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: One Minutes (10 per side) // H.R. 5114 - Flood Insurance Reform Priorities Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Waters / Financial Services) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Waters Amendment (20 minutes); Putnam Amendment (10 minutes); Driehaus / Welch / Hinchey Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Taylor Amendment (10 minutes); Miller (MI) Amendment (10 minutes); Boswell Amendment (10 minutes); Hill Amendment (10 minutes); Loebsack Amendment (10 minutes); McMahon Amendment (10 minutes); Murphy (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Special Orders   15 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform. At approximately 11:00 a.m., the Senate proceeds to vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Wall Street Reform conference report.   14 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate may consider the initial amendments on H.R. 5297, the Small Business Jobs bill.   14 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: One Minutes (15 per side) // H.R. 1722 - Telework Improvements Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Sarbanes / Oversight and Government Reform) // Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) S. 1508 - Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act of 2010 (Sen. Carper / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 5390 - The "David John Donafee Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Kucinich / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.R. 4840 - The "Clarence D. Lumpkin Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Tiberi / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.R. 5450 - The "Tom Bradley Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Watson / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.R. __ - To provide for certain clarifications and extensions under Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children's Health Insurance Program (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // 6) H.J.Res. 83 - Approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 (Rep. Crowley / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.R. 2864 - To amend the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998 (Rep. Young (AK) / Natural Resources) // Special Orders   13 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 293, the House meets for legislative business. Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) H.R. 3923 - Sugar Loaf Fire Protection District Land Exchange Act (Rep. Polis / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 3967 - To amend the National Great Black Americans Commemoration Act of 2004 to authorize appropriations through fiscal year 2015 (Rep. Cummings / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 4514 - Colonel Charles Young Home Study Act (Rep. Clay / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 4686 - Rota Cultural and Natural Resources Study Act (Rep. Sablan / Natural Resources) // 5) H.R. 4438 - San Antonio Missions National Historical Park Leasing and Boundary Expansion Act of 2010 (Rep. Rodriguez / Natural Resources) // 6) H.R. 3989 - Heart Mountain Relocation Center Study Act of 2009 (Rep. Lummis / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 4773 - Fort Pulaski National Monument Lease Authorization Act (Rep. Kingston / Natural Resources) // 8) H.R. 689 - Shasta-Trinity National Forest Administrative Jurisdiction Transfer Act (Rep. Herger / Natural Resources) // 9) H.R. 4973 - National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Improvement Act of 2010 (Rep. Kratovil / Natural Resources) // 10) H.R. 2864 - To amend the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998 to authorize funds to acquire hydrographic data and provide hydrographic services specific to the Arctic for safe navigation, delineating the United States extended continental shelf, and the monitoring and description of coastal changes (Rep. Young (AK) / Natural Resources) // Special Orders   13 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R. 5297, Small Business Jobs bill.   12 July 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 293 the Senate convenes a period of morning business.   12 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House remains in recess for the 4th of July work period.   9 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the 4th of July work period.   8 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the 4th of July work period.   7 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the 4th of July work period.   6 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the 4th of July work period.   5 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the 4th of July work period.   2 July 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 293 the Congress has adjourned for the 4th of July work period.   1 July 2010 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. ABA Panel: Ms. Kim Askew, Chairwoman, American Bar Association - Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary; The Honorable William Kayatta, First Crcuit Representative, American Bar Association // Majority Witnesses: Mr. Robert Clark, Professor and Former Dean, Harvard Law School; The Honorable Fernande Duffly, On Behalf of, National Association of Women Judges; The Honorable Greg Garre, Former Solicitor General of the United States; Ms. Jennifer Gibbins, Executive Director, Prince William Soundkeeper; Mr. Jack Goldsmith, Professor of Law, Harvard Law School; Ms. Marcia Greenberger, Founder and Co-President, National Women's Law Center; Mr. Jack Gross, Plaintiff, Gross v. FBL Financial Services Inc; Ms. Lilly Ledbetter, Plaintiff, Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire; Mr. Ronald Sullivan, Director, Criminal Justice Institute, Harvard Law School; Mr. Kurt White, President, Harvard Law Armed Forces Association // Minority Witnesses: Mr. Robert Alt, Senior Fellow and Deputy Director, The Heritage Foundation - Center for Legal and Judicial Studies; Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William Boykin; Capt. Pete Hegseth,, Army National Guard; Mr. Peter Kirsanow, Former Commissioner, U.S. Civil Rights Commission; Mr. David Kopel, Research Director, Independence Institute; Col. (Ret.) Thomas Moe, United States Air Force; Mr. David Norcross, Attorney, Blank Rome; Mr. William Olson, Attorney; Mr. Tony Perkins, President, Family Research Council; Mr. Stephen Presser, Professor of Legal History, Northwestern University School of Law; Mr. Ronald Rotunda, Professor of Jurisprudence, Chapman University School of Law; Mr. Ed Whelan, President, Ethics and Public Policy Center; Ms. Charmaine Yoest, President and CEO, Americans United for Life; Capt. Flagg Youngblood.   1 July 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (10 per side) // H.R. 5618 - Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act (Closed Rule) (Rep. McDermott / Ways and Means) // Further Action on H.R. 4899 - Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2010 (Rep. Obey / Appropriations) // Suspensions (2 Bills): 1) H.R. 5609 - To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to treat as a foreign national under such Act any registered lobbyist whose clients include foreign governments which are found to be sponsors of international terrorism or include other foreign nationals (Rep. Hall (NY) / House Administration) // 2) H.R. 5503 - Securing Protections for the Injured from Limitations on Liability Act (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // Postponed Suspension Votes (8 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1228 - Honoring the veterans of Helicopter Attack Light Squadron Three and their families (Rep. Boozman / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.R. 2340 - Salmon Lake Land Selection Resolution Act (Rep. Young (AK) / Natural Resources) // 3) H.Res. 1460 - Recognizing the important role pollinators play in supporting the ecosystem and supporting the goals and ideals of National Pollinator Week (Rep. Hastings (FL) / Agriculture) // 4) H.Res. 1321 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the political situation in Thailand be solved peacefully and through democratic means (Rep. Faleomavaega / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 1405 - Congratulating the people of the 17 African nations that in 2010 are marking the 50th year of their national independence (Rep. Rush / Foreign Affairs) // 6) H.Res. 1412 - Congratulating the Government of South Africa upon its first two successful convictions for human trafficking (Rep. Smith (NJ) / Foreign Affairs) // 7) H.Res. 1462 - Expressing support for the people of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador as they persevere through the aftermath of Tropical Storm Agatha which swept across Central America causing deadly floods and mudslides (Rep. Mack / Foreign Affairs) // 8) H.Con.Res. 290 - Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National ESIGN Day" (Rep. McDermott / Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   1 July 2010 -  SENATOR BYRD LYING IN REPOSE: At 10:15 a.m. the Senate chamber opens for the family of the late Senator Robert Byrd to receive members of Congress as the senator lies in repose. Members of the public and staff without floor privileges may enter via the Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). The Senate has adjourned until July 12, 2010.   June 2010 30 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (15 per side) // H.Res. 1487 - Same Day Consideration Rule - Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules (Rep. Slaughter / Rules) // Conference Report on H.R. 4173 - Dodd / Frank Wall Street Reform Act (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // Possible Consideration of H.R. 5618 - Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. McDermott / Ways and Means) // Suspensions (11 Bills): 1) H.R. 5609 - To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to treat as a foreign national under such Act any registered lobbyist whose clients include foreign governments which are found to be sponsors of international terrorism or include other foreign nationals (Rep. Hall (NY) / House Administration) // 2) H.R. 5503 - Securing Protections for the Injured from Limitations on Liability Act (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // 3) H.Res. 1321 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the political situation in Thailand be solved peacefully and through democratic means (Del. Faleomavaega / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 1405 - Congratulating the people of the 17 African nations that in 2010 are marking the 50th year of their national independence (Rep. Rush / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 1412 - Congratulating the Government of South Africa upon its first two successful convictions for human trafficking (Rep. Smith (NJ) / Foreign Affairs) // 6) S. 3104 - Permanently authorizing Radio Free Asia (Sen. Lugar / Foreign Affairs) // 7) H.Res. 1462 - Expressing support for the people of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador as they persevere through the aftermath of Tropical Storm Agatha (Rep. Mack / Foreign Affairs) // 8) Senate Amendments to H.R. 3360 - Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act (Rep. Matsui / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 9) H.Con.Res. 289 - Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a technical correction in the enrollment of H.R. 3360 (Rep. Cummings / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 10) H.Con.Res. 290 - Supporting "National ESIGN Day" (Rep. McDermott / Energy and Commerce) // 11) H.R. 5610 - Independent Living Centers Technical Adjustment Act (Rep. George Miller / Education and Labor) // Postponed Suspension Votes (10 Bills): 1) H.Con.Res. 284 - Recognizing the work and importance of special education teachers (Rep. Sessions / Education and Labor) // 2) H.R. 5395 - The "Paula Hawkins Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Mica / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.R. 4505 - To enable State homes to furnish nursing home care to parents any of whose children died while serving in the Armed Forces (Rep. Thornberry / Veterans' Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 1446 - Recognizing the residents of the City of Tracy, California (Rep. McNerney / Veterans' Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 1228 - Honoring the veterans of Helicopter Attack Light Squadron Three and their families (Rep. Boozman / Veterans' Affairs) // 6) H.R. 4307 - The "Alejandro Renteria Ruiz Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic" Designation Act (Rep. Teague / Veterans' Affairs) // 7) H.R. 1554 - Fountainhead Property Land Transfer Act (Rep. Boren / Natural Resources) // 8) H.R. 4445 - Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Clarification Act (Rep. Heinrich / Natural Resources) // 9) H.R. 2340 - Salmon Lake Land Selection Resolution Act (Rep. Young (AK) / Natural Resources) // 10) H.Res. 1460 - Recognizing the important role of pollinators (Rep. Hastings (FL) / Agriculture) // Special Orders   30 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter proceeding to Executive Session to consider the nomination of General David Petraeus to be reappointed to the grade of general and to be commander, International Security Assistance Force and commander, U.S. Forces Afghanistan. Upon disposition of the nomination, we hope to resume consideration of H.R. 5297, Small Business Jobs bill. Additional roll call votes are expected to occur throughout the afternoon and evening in relation to the Small Business Jobs bill and/or House Message on H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders.   30 June 2010 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Complete first round of questioning; second round of questioning: The Honorable Elena Kagan.   29 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R. 5297, the Small Business Jobs bill. After weekly caucus luncheons, the Senate proceeds to vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to the Small Business Jobs bill.   29 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:30 a.m. for Morning Hour debate and 10:30 a.m. for legislative business. One Minutes // Suspensions (14 Bills): 1) H.R. 4505 - To enable State homes to furnish nursing home care to parents any of whose children died while serving in the Armed Forces (Rep. Thornberry / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 1446 - Recognizing the residents of the City of Tracy, California (Rep. McNerney / Veterans' Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 1228 - Honoring the veterans of Helicopter Attack Light Squadron Three and their families (Rep. Boozman / Veterans' Affairs) // 4) H.R. 4307 - The "Alejandro Renteria Ruiz Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic" Designation Act (Rep. Teague / Veterans' Affairs) // 5) S.J.Res. 33 - A joint resolution to provide for the reconsideration and revision of the proposed constitution of the United States Virgin Islands (Sen. Bingaman / Natural Resources) // 6) H.R. 1554 - Fountainhead Property Land Transfer Act (Rep. Boren / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 4445 - Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Clarification Act (Rep. Heinrich / Natural Resources) // 8) H.R. 2340 - Salmon Lake Land Selection Resolution Act (Rep. Young (AK) / Natural Resources) // 9) H.Res. 1460 - Recognizing the important role of pollinators (Rep. Hastings (FL) / Agriculture) // 10) H.R. 5611 - Extending the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and extending the authorizations for the airport improvement program (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // 11) H.R. 5552 - Firearms Excise Tax Improvement Act (Rep. Kind / Ways and Means) // 12) H.R. __ - Homebuyers Assistance and Improvement Act of 2010 (Rep. Dahlkemper / Ways and Means) // 13) H.R. __ - Restoration of Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act (Rep. McDermott / Ways and Means) // 14) H.Res. 1153 - Recognizing the heroic efforts of the West Virginia National Guard (Rep. Rahall / Armed Services) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1244 - Recognizing the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (Rep. Rodriguez / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Con.Res. 284 - Recognizing the work and importance of special education teachers (Rep. Sessions / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1439 - Congratulating the Chicago Blackhawks on winning the 2010 Stanley Cup Championship (Rep. Quigley / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.R. 5395 – The "Paula Hawkins Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Mica / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   29 June 2010 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Solicitor General Elena Kagan to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. First round of questioning: The Honorable Elena Kagan.   28 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R. 5297, Small Business Jobs bill. At 5:00 p.m., the Senate proceeds to Executive Session to consider the nomination of Gary Feinerman, of Illinois, to be United States District judge for the Northern District of Illinois. At 5:30 p.m. the Senate proceeds to two roll call votes in relation to the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to H.R. 5297 and confirmation of the nomination.   28 June 2010 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of The Honorable Elena Kagan to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Witness Panel I: The Honorable John F. Kerry, United States Senator; The Honorable Scott Brown, United States Senator; Panel II: The Honorable Elena Kagan, Solicitor General of the United States.   28 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:00 p.m. Suspensions (8 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1244 - Recognizing the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (Rep. Rodriguez / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Con.Res. 284 - Recognizing the work and importance of special education teachers (Rep. Sessions / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. __ - Commending the University of Southern California Trojan men's tennis team (Rep. Watson / Education and Labor) // 4) S. 1508 - Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act (Sen. Carper / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.R. 3913 - Major General David F. Wherley, Jr. District of Columbia National Guard Retention and College Access Act (Del. Norton / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 1439 - Congratulating the Chicago Blackhawks (Rep. Quigley / Oversight and Government Reform) // 7) S. 1510 - United States Secret Service Uniformed Division Modernization Act (Sen. Lieberman / Oversight and Government Reform) // 8) H.R. 5395 - The "Paula Hawkins Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Mica / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   25 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   25 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R. 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Program, with no roll call votes held after noon.   24 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. One Minutes (10 per side) // H.R. 5175 - DISCLOSE Act (Structured Rule) (Rep. Van Hollen / House Administration) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Ackerman Amendment (10 minutes); King (IA) Amendment (10 minutes); Kucinich Amendment (10 minutes); Pascrell Amendment (10 minutes); Patrick Murphy Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (1 Bill): 1) H.R. 2194 - Conference Report on Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act (Rep. Berman / Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Con.Res. 285 - Supporting the goals and ideals of designating 2010 as the Year of the Father (Rep. McMorris Rodgers / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 1373 - Expressing support for "National Physical Education and Sport Week" (Rep. Altmire / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1464- Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the conclusion of the United States-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 1359 - Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit held captive by Hamas (Rep. Ackerman / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 1457 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the one-year anniversary of the Government of Iran’s manipulation of Iranian elections, on the Government of Iran’s continued denial of human rights and democracy to the people of Iran, and on the Government of Iran’s continued pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability (Rep. Costa / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   24 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate proceeds to a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the House message to accompany H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders. The Senate may consider the Iran Sanctions conference report.   23 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. One Minutes (15 per side) // Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) H.R. 5551 - To require the Secretary of the Treasury to make a certification when making purchases under the Small Business Lending Fund Program (Reps. Kosmas/Driehaus / Financial Services) // 2) H.Res. 1434 - Recognizing National Homeownership Month and the importance of homeownership in the United States (Rep. Gary Miller / Financial Services) // 3) H.R. __ - To extend the authorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (Rep. Waters / Financial Services) // 4) S. 2865 - Congressional Award Program Reauthorization Act (Sen. Lieberman / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Con.Res. 285 - Supporting the goals and ideals of designating 2010 as the Year of the Father (Rep. McMorris Rodgers / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 1034 - Expressing support for designation of July 2010 as "Braille Literacy Month (Rep. Sarbanes / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 1373 - Expressing support for "National Physical Education and Sport Week" (Rep. Altmire / Education and Labor) // 8) H.R. 3993 - Calling Card Consumer Protection Act (Rep. Engel / Energy and Commerce) // 9) S. 1660 - Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act (Sen. Klobuchar / Energy and Commerce) // 10) H.Res. 1350 - Recognizing June 20, 2010, as World Refugee Day (Rep. Watson / Foreign Affairs) // 11) S.J.Res. 32 - Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War (Sen. Burr / Foreign Affairs) // 12) H.Res. __ - Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the conclusion of the United States-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 13) H.Res. __ - Reaffirming the longstanding friendship and alliance between the United States and Colombia (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 14) H.Res. 1359 - Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit held captive by Hamas (Rep. Ackerman / Foreign Affairs) // 15) H.Res. 1457 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the one-year anniversary of the Government of Iran’s manipulation of Iranian elections, on the Government of Iran’s continued denial of human rights and democracy to the people of Iran, and on the Government of Iran’s continued pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability (Rep. Costa / Foreign Affairs) // 16) H.R. 5481 - To give subpoena power to the National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling (Rep. Capps / Natural Resources) // Postponed Suspensions (2 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1369 - Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean-American Heritage Month (Rep. Lee (CA) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1388 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Hurricane Preparedness Week (Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart / Science and Technology) // Special Orders   23 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and, following leader remarks, proceeds to a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of the House message on H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders.   22 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:00 p.m. Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) H.Con.Res. 288 - Supporting National Men's Health Week (Rep. Cummings / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 546 - Recognizing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that history should be regarded as a means for understanding the past and more effectively facing the challenges of the future (Rep. Davis (IL) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1369 - Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean-American Heritage Month (Rep. Lee (CA) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 1407 - Supporting the goals and ideals of High-Performance Building Week (Rep. Biggert / Science and Technology) // 5) H.Res. 1388 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Hurricane Preparedness Week (Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart / Science and Technology) // Special Orders   22 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business. The Senate recesses from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus luncheons.   21 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning period, thereafter proceeding to Executive Session to debate concurrently the nominations of Mark A. Goldsmith, of Michigan, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan; Marc T. Treadwell, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Middle District of Georgia; and Josephine Staton Tucker, of California, to be United States District Judge for the Central District of California, voting on confirmation of the nominees at 6:00 p.m.   21 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   18 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   18 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   17 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (10 per side) // Complete Consideration of H.R. 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Schrader Amendment (10 minutes); Miller (NC) / Baca Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 879 - Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week (Rep. Minnick / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1357 - Commending and congratulating the Hollywood Walk of Fame (Rep. Watson / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1429 - Celebrating the symbol of the United States flag and supporting the goals and ideals of Flag Day (Rep. Latta / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.J.Res. 86 - Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War and reaffirming the United States-Korea alliance (Rep. Rangel / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Con.Res. 286 - Recognizing the 235th birthday of the United States Army (Rep. Edwards (TX) / Armed Services) // Special Orders   17 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business. Thereafter the Senate resumes consideration of the House Message to accompany H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders. At 10:00 a.m., there will be up to 2 hours for debate equally divided on the Thune amendment #4333 (Republican substitute). Upon the use or yielding back of time, the Senate will proceed to vote on the motion to waive the Budget Act with respect to the Thune amendment. Additional roll call votes in relation to amendments to the Tax Extenders bill are expected to occur throughout the day.   16 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (15 per side) // Continued Consideration of H.R. 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate equally divided between the Committees on Financial Services and Small Business and makes in order the following amendments: Israel / Barrow Amendment (10 minutes); Schrader Amendment (10 minutes); Nye Amendment (10 minutes); Minnick et al Amendment (10 minutes); Perlmutter et al Amendment (10 minutes); Price (GA) Amendment (10 minutes); Al Green Amendment (10 minutes); Driehaus et al Amendment (10 minutes); Peters Amendment (10 minutes); Miller (NC) / Baca Amendment (10 minutes); Michaud Amendment (10 minutes); Jackson-Lee / Cao Amendment (10 minutes); Loretta Sanchez Amendment (10 minutes); Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Braley Amendment (10 minutes); Loebsack Amendment (10 minutes); Chu et al Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (9 Bills):1) H.R. 4451 - Collinsville Renewable Energy Promotion Act (Rep. Murphy (CT) / Energy and Commerce) // 2) H.Con.Res. 242 - Honoring and praising the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People on the occasion of its 101st anniversary (Rep. Al Green / Judiciary) // 3) H.Res. 1422 - Honoring the Department of Justice (Rep. Sensenbrenner / Judiciary) // 4) H.R. 2142 - Government Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Performance Improvement Act (Rep. Cuellar / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 879 - Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week (Rep. Minnick / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 1357 - Commending and congratulating the Hollywood Walk of Fame (Rep. Watson / Oversight and Government Reform) // 7) H.Res. 1429 - Celebrating the symbol of the United States flag and supporting the goals and ideals of Flag Day (Rep. Latta / Oversight and Government Reform) // 8) H.J.Res. 86 - Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War and reaffirming the United States-Korea alliance (Rep. Rangel / Foreign Affairs) // 9) H.Con.Res. 286 - Recognizing the 235th birthday of the United States Army (Rep. Edwards (TX) / Armed Services) // Postponed Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1414 - Congratulating Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men-Englewood Campus (Rep. Rush / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   16 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the House Message on H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders, before proceeding to vote on the Baucus motion to waive the Budget Act with respect to the Baucus amendment #4301 (perfecting substitute) at 10:40 a.m.   15 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business until 11:30 a.m. when the Senate proceeds to Executive Session to debate concurrently the nominations listed below for a total of 20 minutes, equally divided and controlled between Senators Leahy and Sessions or their designees: Tanya Pratt, of Indiana, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Indiana; Brian Jackson, of Louisiana, to be United States District Judge for the Middle District of Louisiana; and Elizabeth Foote, of Louisiana, to be United States District Judge for the Western District of Louisiana. Thereafter the Senate proceeds to vote on confirmation of the nominations. When the Senate reconvenes at 2:15pm, the Senate resumes consideration of the House Message to accompany HR4213, Tax Extenders.   15 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:00 a.m. for Morning Hour debate and 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. Shortly after 10:00 a.m., the House will recess for the Former Member's Association annual meeting. The House reconvenes at approximately 11:30 a.m. Unlimited "one minutes" // Begin Consideration of H.R. 5297 - Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (The Rule Provides for Consideration of H.R. 5297 as well as H.R. 5486) (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // Suspensions (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1389 - Recognizing the immeasurable contributions of fathers in the healthy development of children, supporting responsible fatherhood, and encouraging greater involvement of fathers in the lives of their children, especially on Father's Day (Rep. McIntyre / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 1414 - Congratulating Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men-Englewood Campus for achieving a 100 percent college acceptance rate for all 107 members of its first graduating class of 2010 (Rep. Rush / Education and Labor) // 3) H.R. 4855 - Work-Life Balance Award Act (Rep. Woolsey / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1322 - Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program and recognizing the significant contributions of Albert Einstein Fellows (Rep. Honda / Education and Labor) // Postponed Suspensions (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1383 - Honoring Dr. Larry Case on his retirement as National FFA Advisor (Rep. Luetkemeyer / Agriculture) // Special Orders   14 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business until 3:00 p.m., thereafter resuming consideration of the House Message to accompany H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders, with no roll call votes. The bill Manager will be on the floor to continue working through amendments thereto.   14 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. One Minutes // Suspensions (4 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1368 - Supporting the goals of National Dairy Month (Rep. Courtney / Agriculture) // 2) H.Res. 1383 - Honoring Dr. Larry Case on his retirement as National FFA Advisor (Rep. Luetkemeyer / Agriculture) // 3) H.Res. 1409 - Expressing support for designation of June 20, 2010, as "American Eagle Day", and celebrating the recovery and restoration of the bald eagle, the national symbol of the United States (Rep. Roe / Financial Services) // 4) H.R. 5502 - ECO-Gift Card Act (Rep. Maffei / Financial Services) // Special Orders   11 June 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is not in session.   10 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 5072 - FHA Reform Act (Structured Rule) (Rep. Waters / Financial Services) The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Waters Manager's Amendment (10 minutes); Cardoza Amendment (10 minutes); Cao Amendment (10 minutes); Bean Amendment (10 minutes); Garrett Amendment (10 minutes); Tierney Amendment (10 minutes); Price (GA) Amendment (10 minutes); Weiner / Gary Miller Amendment (10 minutes); Turner Amendment (10 minutes); Clarke / Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Nye Amendment (10 minutes); Edwards (TX) Amendment (10 minutes); Adler Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (1 Bill): 1) S. 3473 - To amend the Oil Protection Act of 1990 to authorize advances from the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill (Sen. Reid / Transportation and Infrastructure) // Postponed Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1121 - Congratulating Clinton County and the county seat of Wilmington, Ohio (Rep. Turner / Oversight and Government) // Special Orders   10 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Following Leader remarks, the Republican Leader or his designee is recognized to move to proceed to S.J.Res. 26, a joint resolution disapproving the EPA Administrator's endangerment finding, with up to 6 hours for debate on the motion to proceed to the joint resolution; upon the use or yielding back of time, the Senate proceeds to a vote on the motion to proceed. If the motion is successful, there would be up to 1 hour for debate on the joint resolution and upon the use or yielding back of time the Senate would proceed to vote on passage of the joint resolution. If the motion to proceed is defeated, then no further motions to proceed to the joint resolution would be in order.   9 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of the House Message with respect to H.R. 4213, the Tax Extenders legislation, with roll call votes on amendments thereto expected to occur throughout the day.   9 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Motion to Go to Conference on H.R. 4173 - Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and Republican Motion to Instruct Conferees // Begin Consideration of H.R. 5072 - FHA Reform Act (Structured Rule) (Rep. Waters / Financial Services) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Waters Manager’s Amendment (10 minutes); Cardoza Amendment (10 minutes); Cao Amendment (10 minutes); Bean Amendment (10 minutes); Garrett Amendment (10 minutes); Tierney Amendment (10 minutes); Price (GA) Amendment (10 minutes); Weiner / Gary Miller Amendment (10 minutes); Turner Amendment (10 minutes); Clarke / Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Nye Amendment (10 minutes); Edwards (TX) Amendment (10 minutes); Adler Amendment (10 minutes) // Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) H.Res. 989 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should adopt and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification (Rep. Inslee / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 5026 - GRID Act (Rep. Markey (MA) / Energy and Commerce) // 3) H.R. 2142 - Government Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Performance Improvement Act (Rep. Cuellar / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 1330 - Recognizing June 8, 2010, as World Ocean Day (Rep. Farr / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.R. 5278 - The "President Ronald W. Reagan Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Foster / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.R. 5133 - The "Staff Sergeant Frank T. Carvill and Lance Corporal Michael A. Schwarz Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Rothman / Oversight and Government Reform) // 7) H.Res. 1121 - Congratulating Clinton County and the county seat of Wilmington, Ohio (Rep. Turner / Oversight and Government) // 8) H.Res. 1381 - Recognizing the National Museum of American Jewish History, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, as the only museum in the Nation dedicated exclusively to exploring and preserving the American Jewish experience (Rep. Brady (PA) / House Administration) // 9) H.Res. 1178 - Directing the Clerk of the House to compile the cost estimates prepared by CBO and post estimates on the official public internet site of the Office of the Clerk (Rep. Murphy (NY) / House Administration) // 10) H.Res. __ - Honoring the life of John Wooden (Rep. Waxman / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   8 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:00 p.m. Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 989 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal economies (Rep. Inslee / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 4349 - Hoover Power Allocation Act (Rep. Napolitano / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 2008 - Bonneville Unit Clean Hydropower Facilitation Act (Rep. Matheson / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 1061 - Hoh Indian Tribe Safe Homelands Act (Rep. Dicks / Natural Resources) // 5) H.Res. 518 - Honoring the life of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, explorer, researcher, and pioneer in the field of marine conservation (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Natural Resources) // Special Orders   8 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, recessing from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus luncheons. When it is available, the Chair is expected to lay before the Senate the House Message with respect to H.R. 4213, the Tax Extenders legislation, with roll call votes on amendments thereto expected to occur throughout the day.   7 June 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business until 4:30 p.m. when the Senate proceeds to Executive Session to consider the following nominations: #730, Audrey Fleissing, of Missouri, to be US District Judge for the Eastern District of Missouri; #731, Lucy Koh, of California, to be US District Judge for the Northern District of California; #759, Jane Magnus-Stinson, of Indiana, to be US District Judge for the Southern District of Indiana. At 5:30 p.m., the Senate proceeds to vote on confirmation of the nominations in the order listed.   7 June 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   4 June 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in recess for the Memorial Day holiday work period.   3 June 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in recess for the Memorial Day holiday work period.   2 June 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in recess for the Memorial Day holiday work period.   1 June 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in recess for the Memorial Day holiday work period.   May 2010 31 May 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in recess for the Memorial Day holiday work period.   28 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business.   28 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment with a House Amendment to H.R. 4213 - The American Jobs, Closing Tax Loopholes and Preventing Outsourcing Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // Complete Consideration of H.R. 5136 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Skelton / Armed Services) // Postponed Amendment Votes (2 Amendments): Shea-Porter Amendment; En Bloc #9 Amendment; Possible Further Action on the American COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (Bart Gordon / Science and Technology) // Postponed Suspensions Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.Res. 407 - Expressing support for designation of May as "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month" (Rep. Castor / Energy and Commerce) // 2) H.Res. 1391 - Congratulating and commending Israel for its accession to membership in the organization for Economic Co-operative and Development (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   27 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment with a House Amendment to H.R. 4213 - The American Jobs, Closing Tax Loopholes and Preventing Outsourcing Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspensions Votes (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1161 - Honoring the Centennial Celebration of Women at Marquette University, the first Catholic university in the world to offer co-education as part of its regular undergraduate program (Rep. Moore (WI) / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 1372 - Honoring the University of Georgia Graduate School on the occasion of its centennial (Rep. Broun / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 407 - Expressing support for designation of May as "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month" (Rep. Castor / Energy and Commerce) // 4) H.Res. 1391 - Congratulating and commending Israel for its accession to membership in the organization for Economic Co-operative and Development (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   27 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: Begin Consideration of H.R. 5136 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Skelton / Armed Services) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Skelton Amendment (10 minutes); Bartlett Amendment (10 minutes); Smith (WA) Amendment (10 minutes); Marshall Amendment (10 minutes); Bordallo Amendment (10 minutes); Coffman / Ellsworth Amendment (10 minutes); Shea-Porter / Langevin Amendment (10 minutes); Courtney / Petri / Matsui Amendment (10 minutes); Giffords Amendment (10 minutes); Nye / Larsen Amendment (10 minutes); Kratovil Amendment (10 minutes); Owens Amendment (10 minutes); McGovern / Emerson / Bishop (GA) Amendment (10 minutes); McGovern / Jones / Welch Amendment (10 minutes); Hastings (FL) Amendment (10 minutes); Sessions / Platts Amendment (10 minutes); Polis / Langevin / Cohen Amendment (10 minutes); Dingell / Stupak / Miller (NC) Amendment (10 minutes); Conyers / Davis (KY) Amendment (10 minutes); Burton / Napolitano Amendment (10 minutes); Gutierrez Amendment (10 minutes); Holden Amendment (10 minutes); Pomeroy Amendment (10 minutes); Jackson Lee Amendment #166 (10 minutes); Jackson Lee Amendment #193 (10 minutes); Latham / Boren Amendment (10 minutes); Kennedy Amendment (10 minutes); Etheridge / Kissell / Bishop (GA) Amendment (10 minutes); Pascrell / Platts / Andrews / Cole / Ortiz / Coffman / Wilson (SC) Amendment (10 minutes); Shadegg Amendment (10 minutes); Lee (CA) Amendment (10 minutes); Holt / Bishop (NY) / Himes Amendment (10 minutes); Schakowsky / McGovern / Conyers / Hinchey / Moran (VA) Amendment (10 minutes); Harman Amendment (10 minutes); Putnam Amendment (10 minutes); Watson / Langevin Amendment (10 minutes); Chandler Amendment (10 minutes); Herseth Sandlin / Fleming Amendment (10 minutes); Lipinski / Murphy (CT) / Edwards (MD) Amendment (10 minutes); Braley Amendment (10 minutes); Eshoo / Holt / Thompson (CA) / Schakowsky / Berman / Tierney Amendment (10 minutes); Murphy (CT) / Lipinski / Edwards (MD) Amendment (10 minutes); Richardson Amendment (10 minutes); Murphy (PA) Amendment (10 minutes); Space Amendment (10 minutes); Sarbanes Amendment (10 minutes); Walz Amendment (10 minutes); Childers Amendment (10 minutes); Broun Amendment (10 minutes); Edwards (MD) / Lipinski / Murphy (CT) Amendment (10 minutes); Foster Amendment (10 minutes); Hare Amendment (10 minutes); Luetkemeyer Amendment (10 minutes); Dahlkemper Amendment (10 minutes); Price (NC) / Spratt Amendment (10 minutes); Kirkpatrick Amendment (10 minutes); Kosmas Amendment (10 minutes); Lujan Amendment (10 minutes); Markey Amendment (10 minutes); McMahon Amendment #85 (10 minutes); McMahon Amendment #86 (10 minutes); Minnick Amendment (10 minutes); Perriello Amendment (10 minutes); Schrader Amendment #106 (10 minutes); Schrader Amendment #108 (10 minutes); Teague / Markey / Perriello / Owens Amendment (10 minutes); Titus / Heller / Costa Amendment (10 minutes); Tonko Amendment (10 minutes); Critz Amendment (10 minutes); Hinchey Amendment (10 minutes); Hinchey / Schakowski / Moran (VA) Amendment (10 minutes); Klein Amendment (10 minutes); Connolly Amendment #50 (10 minutes); Connolly Amendment #48 (10 minutes); Pingree / Michaud Amendment (10 minutes); Grayson Amendment (10 minutes); Murphy (PA) Amendment (10 minutes); Pingree Amendment (10 minutes); Rooney et al Amendment (10 minutes); Shea Porter Amendment (10 minutes); Inslee / Tiahrt / DeLauro / Larsen / Turner / Carnahan Amendment (10 minutes)   27 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of H.R. 4899, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations, with up to 20 minutes of debate prior to the first series of votes in relation to the following amendments: McCain #4214 (National Guard); Kyl #4228, as modified (Courthouse funding); and Cornyn #4202, as modified and amended, if amended (border security). Thereafter debate occurs prior to votes in relation to the following amendments: Feingold #4204 (report of Afghanistan drawdown); Coburn #4231 (offset including real property); Coburn #4232 (offset with spending cuts); Cloture on the committee-reported substitute amendment to H.R. 4899, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations.   26 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (3 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1347 - Honoring the workers who perished on the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Louisiana, extending condolences to their families, and recognizing the valiant efforts of emergency response workers at the disaster site (Sponsored by Rep. Melancon / Oversight and Government Reform) // Suspensions (3 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1347 - Honoring the workers who perished on the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Louisiana, extending condolences to their families, and recognizing the valiant efforts of emergency response workers at the disaster site (Sponsored by Rep. Melancon / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1073 - Supporting the goals and ideals of RV Centennial Celebration Month to recognize and honor 100 years of the enjoyment of recreational vehicles in the United States (Sponsored by Rep. Donnelly / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1391 - Congratulating and commending Israel for its accession to membership in the organization for Economic Co-operative and Development (Sponsored by Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // H.Res. 1392 - Same Day Consideration Rule - Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules (Sponsored by Rep. Slaughter / Rules) // Possible Consideration of the Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment with a House Amendment to H.R. 4213 - The American Jobs, Closing Tax Loopholes and Preventing Outsourcing Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Sponsored by Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspensions Votes (6 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1316 - Celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month (Rep. Honda / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1385 - Recognizing and honoring the courage and sacrifice of the members of the Armed Forces and veterans (Rep. Skelton / Armed Services) // 3) H.Res. 1169 - Honoring the 125th anniversary of Rollins College (Rep. Grayson / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1161 - Honoring the Centennial Celebration of Women at Marquette University, the first Catholic university in the world to offer co-education as part of its regular undergraduate program (Rep. Moore (WI) / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 1372 - Honoring the University of Georgia Graduate School on the occasion of its centennial (Rep. Broun / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 407 - Expressing support for designation of May as "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month" (Rep. Castor / Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   26 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R. 4899, the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations bill.   25 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one minutes" // Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) H.R. 2711 - FBI Families of Fallen Heroes Act (Rep. Rogers (MI) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1172 - Recognizing the life and achievements of Will Keith Kellogg (Rep. Schauer / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1189 - Commending Lance Mackey on winning a record 4th straight Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race (Rep. Young (AK) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 1316 - Celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month (Rep. Honda / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 1385 - Recognizing and honoring the courage and sacrifice of the members of the Armed Forces and veterans (Rep. Skelton / Armed Services) // 6) H.Res. 1353 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Student Financial Aid Awareness Month (Rep. Bishop (NY) / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 1169 - Honoring the 125th anniversary of Rollins College (Rep. Grayson / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. 1161 - Honoring the Centennial Celebration of Women at Marquette University (Rep. Moore (WI) / Education and Labor) // 9) H.Res. 1372 - Honoring the University of Georgia Graduate School (Rep. Broun / Education and Labor) // 10) H.Res. 407 - Expressing support for designation of May as "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month" (Rep. Castor / Energy and Commerce) // Postponed Suspensions Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1258 - Expressing support for designation of May 2010 as Mental Health Month (Rep. Napolitano / Energy and Commerce) // 2) H.Res. 1382 - Expressing sympathy to the families of those killed by North Korea in the sinking of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan, and solidarity with the Republic of Korea in the aftermath of this tragic incident (Del. Faleomavaega / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 584 - Recognizing the importance of manufactured and modular housing in the United States (Rep. Donnelly / Financial Services) // 4) H.R. 3885 - Veterans Dog Training Therapy Act (Rep. Brown (SC) / Veterans' Affairs) // 5) H.R. 5145 - Assuring Quality Care for Veterans Act (Rep. McNerney / Veterans' Affairs) // Special Orders   25 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R. 4899, the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations bill, recessing from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. for weekly caucus luncheons.   24 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business until 3:00 p.m. when the Senate proceeds to the consideration of H.R. 4899, the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations bill. At approximately 5:30 p.m., the Senate proceeds to a series of roll call votes in relation to the Brownback and Hutchison motions to instruct conferees with respect to Wall Street Reform.   24 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (13 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1258 - Expressing support for designation of May 2010 as Mental Health Month (Rep. Napolitano / Energy and Commerce) // 2) H.Res. 1382 - Expressing sympathy to the families of those killed by North Korea in the sinking of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan, and solidarity with the Republic of Korea in the aftermath of this tragic incident (Rep. Faleomavaega / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 584 - Recognizing the importance of manufactured and modular housing in the United States (Rep. Donnelly / Financial Services) // 4) H.Con.Res. 137 - Expressing the sense of the Congress that the lack of adequate housing must be addressed as a barrier to effective HIV prevention, treatment, and care, and that the United States should make a commitment to providing adequate funding for developing housing as a response to the AIDS pandemic (Rep. Nadler / Financial Services) // 5) H.R. 5330 - Antitrust Criminal Penalty Enhancement and Reform Extension Act (Rep. Johnson (GA) / Judiciary) // 6) H.R. 1017 - Chiropractic Care Available to All Veterans Act (Rep. Filner / Veterans' Affairs) // 7) H.Con.Res. 278 - Expressing the sense of Congress that a grateful Nation supports and salutes Sons and Daughters in Touch on its 20th Anniversary that is being held on Father's Day, 2010, at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, the District of Columbia (Rep. Halvorson / Veterans' Affairs) // 8) H.R. 3885 - Veterans Dog Training Therapy Act (Rep. Brown (SC) / Veterans' Affairs) // 9) H.R. 5145 - Assuring Quality Care for Veterans Act (Rep. McNerney / Veterans' Affairs) // 10) H.Res. 1353 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Student Financial Aid Awareness Month to raise awareness of student financial aid (Rep. Bishop (NY) / Education and Labor) // 11) H.Res. 1169 - Honoring the 125th anniversary of Rollins College (Rep. Grayson / Education and Labor) // 12) H.Res. 1161 - Honoring the Centennial Celebration of Women at Marquette University, the first Catholic university in the world to offer co-education as part of its regular undergraduate program (Rep. Moore (WI) / Education and Labor) // 13) H.Res. 1372 - Honoring the University of Georgia Graduate School on the occasion of its centennial (Rep. Broun / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   21 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   21 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   20 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:00 a.m. and recesses immediately until approximately 11:00 a.m., when the House will convene in a Joint Meeting with the Senate for the purpose of receiving an address from His Excellency Felipe Calderon Hinojosa, President of the United Mexican States. Thereafter, the House reconvenes at 1:00 p.m. for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.Res. 1363 - Granting the authority provided under clause 4(c)(3) of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives to the Committee on Education and Labor for purposes of its investigation into underground coal mining safety (Rep. George Miller - Rules) (Privileged Resolution) // Postponed Suspension Votes (9 Bills): 1. H.Res. 1256 - Congratulating Phil Mickelson on winning the 2010 Masters golf tournament (Rep. Broun - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.Res. 1336 - Congratulating the University of Texas men's swimming and diving team for winning the NCAA Division I national championship (Rep. Smith (TX) - Education and Labor) // 3. H.Res. 1361 - Recognizing North Carolina Central University on its 100th anniversary (Rep. Price (NC) - Education and Labor) // 4. H.Res. 996 - Expressing support for designation of September as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (Rep. Fudge - Energy and Commerce) // 5. H.R. 1177 - 5-Star Generals Commemorative Coin Act (Rep. Moore (KS) - Financial Services) // 6. H.R. 5128 - To designate the Department of the Interior Building in Washington, District of Columbia, as the "Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building" (Rep. Heinrich - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 7. H.Res. 1339 - Expressing support for designation of May as National Foster Care Month and acknowledging the responsibility that Congress has to promote safety, well-being, improved outcomes, and permanency for the Nation's collective children (Rep. McDermott - Ways and Means) 8. H.Res. 1324 - Expressing condolences and sympathies for the people of China following the tragic earthquake in the Qinghai province of the Peoples Republic of China on April 14, 2010 (Rep. McMahon - Foreign Affairs) // 9. H.R. 5327 - United States-Israel Rocket and Missile Defense Cooperation and Support Act (Rep. Nye - Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   20 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of S. 3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. The Senate recesses from 10:40 a.m. until 12:00 noon for a Joint Meeting of Congress for the purpose of receiving an address from His Excellency Felipe Calderon Hinojosa, President of the United Mexican States. At 2:30 p.m., the Senate proceeds to a vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Dodd-Lincoln substitute amendment #3739.   19 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) H.R. 5325 - American COMPETES Act (Rep. Gordon / Science and Technology) // 2) H.R. 5190 - Eucine Kennedy Shriver Act (Rep. Hoyer / Education and Labor) // 3) H.R. 2136 - Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones College Fire Prevention Act (Rep. Fudge / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1292 - Congratulating the Emporia State University Lady Hornets women's basketball team (Rep. Moran (KS) / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 1336 - Congratulating the University of Texas men's swimming and diving team for winning the NCAA Division I national championship (Rep. Smith (TX) / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 1361 - Recognizing North Carolina Central University (Rep. Price (NC) / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 996 - Expressing support for designation of September as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (Rep. Fudge / Energy and Commerce) // 8) H.Res. 713 - Recognizing the significant contributions of United States automobile dealerships (Rep. Al Green / Energy and Commerce) // 9) H.R. 2546 - Blue Star/Gold Star Flag Act (Rep. Boccieri / Financial Services) // 10) H.R. 1177 - 5-Star Generals Commemorative Coin Act (Rep. Moore (KS) / Financial Services) // 11) H.R. 5128 - The "Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building" Designation Act (Rep. Heinrich / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 12) H.Res. 1339 - Expressing support for designation of May as National Foster Care Month (Rep. McDermott / Ways and Means) // 13) H.R. 5139 - Extending Immunities to the Office of the High Representative and the International Civilian Office in Kosovo Act of 2010 (Rep. Berman / Foreign Affairs) // 14) H.Res. 1324 - Expressing condolences and sympathies for the people of China following the tragic earthquake in the Qinghai province of the Peoples Republic of China on April 14, 2010 (Rep. McMahon / Foreign Affairs) // 15) H.Res. 873 - Establishing a United States Consulate in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (Rep. Rohrabacher / Foreign Affairs) // 16) H.R. 5327 - United States-Israel Rocket and Missile Defense Cooperation and Support Act (Rep. Nye / Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Votes (7 Bills): 1) H.R. 1514 - Juvenile Accountability Block Grants Program Reauthorization Act (Rep. Scott (VA) / Judiciary) // 2) H.Res. 1325 - Recognizing National Missing Children's Day (Rep. Rooney / Judiciary) // 3) H.Res. 162 - Celebrating the Life and Achievements of Lena Mary Calhoun Horne (Reps. Conyers/Clarke / Judiciary) // 4) H.Res. 1364 - Honoring the historic and community significance of the Chatham County Courthouse and expressing condolences to Chatham County and the town of Pittsboro for the fire damage sustained by the courthouse on March 25, 2010 (Rep. Etheridge / Judiciary) // 5) H.R. 5099 - The "Michael C. Rothberg Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Frank / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 1256 - Congratulating Phil Mickelson on winning the 2010 Masters golf tournament (Rep. Broun / Oversight and Government Reform) // 7) H.Res. 403 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National Teacher Day (Rep. Klein / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   19 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of S.3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010, before a cloture vote on the substitute amendment at 2:00 p.m.   18 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minutes" // Suspensions (17 Bills): 1) H.R. 2288 - Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Improvement Act (Rep. Salazar / Natural Resources) // 2) H.Con.Res. 211 - Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the East Bay Regional Park District in California (Rep. George Miller / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 4491 - Buffalo Soldiers in the National Parks Study Act (Rep. Speier / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 4493 - To provide for the enhancement of visitor services, fish and wildlife research, and marine and coastal resource management on Guam related to the Marianas Trench Marine National Monument (Del. Bordallo / Natural Resources) // 5) H.R. 3511 - Marianas Trench Marine National Monument Visitor Facility Authorization Act (Del. Sablan / Natural Resources) // 6) H.Res. 1327 - Honoring the life, achievements, and contributions of Floyd Dominy (Rep. Smith (NE) / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 1514 - Juvenile Accountability Block Grants Program Reauthorization Act (Rep. Scott (VA) / Judiciary) // 8) H.Res. 1325 - Recognizing National Missing Children's Day (Rep. Rooney / Judiciary) // 9) H.Res. __ - Celebrating the Life and Achievements of Lena Mary Calhoun Horne (Reps. Conyers/Clarke / Judiciary) // 10) S. 1782 - Federal Judiciary Administrative Improvements Act of 2010 (Sen. Whitehouse / Judiciary) // 11) H.Res. __ - Honoring the historic and community significance of the Chatham County Courthouse and expressing condolences to Chatham County and the town of Pittsboro for the fire damage sustained by the courthouse on March 25, 2010 (Rep. Etheridge / Judiciary) // 12) H.R. 4614 - Katie Sepich Enhanced DNA Collection Act of 2010 (Rep. Teague / Judiciary) // 13) H.R. 5099 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 15 South Main Street in Sharon, Massachusetts, as the "Michael C. Rothberg Post Office" (Rep. Frank / Oversight and Government Reform) // 14) H.Res. 1256 - Congratulating Phil Mickelson on winning the 2010 Masters golf tournament (Rep. Broun / Oversight and Government Reform) // 15) H.Res. 403 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National Teacher Day to honor and celebrate teachers in the United States (Rep. Klein / Oversight and Government Reform) // 16) H.Res. 1297 - Supporting the goals and ideals of American Craft Beer Week (Rep. Markey (CO) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 17) H.Res. 792 - Honoring Robert Kelly Slater for his outstanding and unprecedented achievements in the world of surfing and for being an ambassador of the sport and excellent role model (Rep. Posey / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   18 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of S.3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010, with up to 30 minutes for debate prior to a vote in relation to the Gregg amendment #4051 which is subject to a 60-vote threshold. The Senate recesses from 12:30 until 2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus luncheons.   17 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business for one hour, thereafter resuming consideration of S. 3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. Votes will occur on a series of amendments at 5:30 p.m.   17 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   14 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   14 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and resumes consideration of S.3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. There are no roll call votes today.   13 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 5116 - America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Gordon / Science and Technology) // The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Chu Amendment (10 minutes); Halvorson Amendment (10 minutes); Kratovil / Connolly Amendment (10 minutes); Quigley / Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Salazar Amendment (10 minutes); Schock Amendment (10 minutes); En Bloc Amendment #3 (40 minutes); Postponed Amendment Vote (1 Amendment): Boccieri Amendment // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1337 - Expressing the sympathy and condolences of the House of Representatives to those people affected by the flooding in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Mississippi in May, 2010 (Rep. Cooper / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2) H.Res. 1338 - Recognizing the significant accomplishments of AmeriCorps (Rep. Matsui / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   13 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and resumes consideration of S.3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.   12 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (13 Bills): 1) S. 3333 - Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act of 2010 (Sen. Leahy / Judiciary) // 2) H.R. 5014 - To clarify the health care provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs that constitutes minimum essential coverage (Rep. Filner / Ways and Means) // 3) H.Res. 1337 - Expressing the sympathy and condolences of the House of Representatives to those people affected by the flooding in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Mississippi in May, 2010 (Rep. Cooper / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4) H.Res. 1284 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Learn to Fly Day (Rep. Boyd / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5) S.Con.Res. 61 - Expressing the sense of the Congress that general aviation pilots and industry should be recognized for the contributions made in response to Haiti earthquake relief efforts. (Sen. Begich / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6) H.Res. 1261 - Recognizing National Nurses Week (Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 1338 - Recognizing the significant accomplishments of AmeriCorps and encouraging all citizens to join in a national effort to raise awareness about the importance of national and community service (Rep. Matsui / Education and Labor) // 8) H.R. 959 - Officer Daniel Faulkner Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship Act (Rep. Murphy (PA) / Education and Labor) // 9) H.Res. 1333 - Expressing support for the goals and ideals of Children's Book Week (Rep. Roe / Education and Labor) // 10) S. 1067 - Lord's Resistance Army Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act (Sen. Feingold / Foreign Affairs) // 11) H.Res. 1303 - Recognizing the close friendship and historical ties between the United Kingdom and the United States (Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart / Foreign Affairs) // 12) H.Res. 1143 - Commending the Community of Democracies for its achievements since it was founded in 2000 (Rep. Quigley / Foreign Affairs) // 13) H.Res. 1155 - Commending the progress made by anti-tuberculosis programs (Rep. Engel / Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.Con.Res. 268 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's Health Week (Rep. Hinchey / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   12 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: Begin Consideration of H.R. 5116 - America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Gordon / Science and Technology) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Gordon Amendment (40 minutes); Cardoza Amendment (10 minutes); Matsui Amendment #17 (10 minutes); Matsui Amendment #18 (10 minutes); Wu Amendment (10 minutes); Broun Amendment (10 minutes); Boswell / Michaud Amendment (10 minutes); Davis, Danny / Grijalva / Honda / Kildee Amendment (10 minutes); Kanjorski Amendment (10 minutes); Markey (MA) Amendment (10 minutes); McCarthy (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Miller, George Amendment (10 minutes); Reyes / Connolly Amendment (10 minutes); Sanchez, Loretta Amendment (10 minutes); Bishop (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Barrow Amendment (10 minutes); Carney (PA) Amendment (10 minutes); Clarke (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Cohen Amendment (10 minutes); Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Gingrey Amendment (10 minutes); Herseth Sandlin Amendment (10 minutes); Holt / Kind / Murphy (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Holt / Ehlers Amendment (10 minutes); Honda Amendment (10 minutes); Issa Amendment (10 minutes); Jackson-Lee Amendment (10 minutes); Marshall Amendment (10 minutes); Michaud Amendment #12 (10 minutes); Michaud Amendment #38 (10 minutes); Michaud Amendment #50 (10 minutes); Ruppersberger Amendment #25 (10 minutes); Ruppersberger Amendment #26 (10 minutes); Boccieri / Schauer / Davis (TN) / Donnelly Amendment (10 minutes); Childers Amendment (10 minutes); Chu Amendment (10 minutes); Ellsworth Amendment (10 minutes); Halvorson Amendment (10 minutes); Hare Amendment (10 minutes); Heinrich Amendment #59 (10 minutes); Heinrich Amendment #61 (10 minutes); Kissell Amendment (10 minutes); Klein Amendment (10 minutes); Kratovil / Connolly Amendment (10 minutes); McNerney Amendment (10 minutes); Minnick Amendment (10 minutes); Moore (WI) Amendment (10 minutes); Murphy (PA) / Altmire Amendment (10 minutes); Perriello Amendment (10 minutes); Quigley / Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Salazar Amendment (10 minutes); Schock Amendment (10 minutes); Space Amendment (10 minutes); Titus Amendment (10 minutes).   12 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of S. 3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. At 10 a.m., the Senate will proceed to vote in relation to the following amendments: Merkley amendment #3962; Corker amendment #3955; Hutchison-Klobuchar #3759, as modified.   11 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minutes" // Suspensions (8 Bills): 1) H.R. 5051 - The "Zachary Smith Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Crowley / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1294 - Expressing support for the designation of National Explosive Ordnance Disposal Day (Rep. Brown-Waite / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Con.Res. 268 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's Health Week (Rep. Hinchey / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 1328 - Honoring the life of William Earnest "Ernie" Harwell (Rep. McCotter / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 1187 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to raising public awareness of and helping to prevent attacks against Federal employees while engaged in or on account of the performance of official duties (Rep. Moran (VA) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 1299 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Peace Officers Memorial Day (Rep. Poe / Judiciary) // 7) H.Res. 1094 - Commemorating the life of the late Cynthia DeLores Tucker (Rep. Watson / Judiciary) // 8) S.Con.Res. 62 - Congratulating the outstanding professional public servants, both past and present, of the Natural Resources Conservation Service on the occasion of its 75th anniversary (Sen. Lincoln / Agriculture) // Special Orders   11 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and resumes consideration of S.3217, Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.   10 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business for one hour, thereafter resuming consideration of S. 3217, Wall Street Reform, with no roll call votes scheduled.   10 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   7 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   7 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of S.3217, Wall Street Reform. There will be no roll call votes today.   6 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // H.R. 5019 - Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Welch / Energy and Commerce) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Waxman Manager's Amendment (20 minutes); Barton Amendment (10 minutes); Nye Amendment (10 minutes); Burgess Amendment (10 minutes); Deutch Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Garrett Amendment (10 minutes); Bachmann Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1295 - Celebrating the role of mothers in the United States and supporting the goals and ideals of Mother's Day (Rep. Fortenberry / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 1722 - Telework Improvements Act (Rep. Sarbanes / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   6 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of S.3217, Wall Street Reform. The time until 10 a.m. is held for debate with respect to the Tester-Hutchison amendment #3749 (FDIC insurance premiums). At 10 a.m., the Senate proceeds to vote in relation to the amendment. Additional votes are expected to occur throughout the day.   5 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (14 Bills): 1) H.R. 5160 - Haiti Economic Lift Program Act of 2010 (Rep. Rangel / Ways and Means) // 2) H.Res. 1320 - Expressing support for the vigilance and prompt response of the citizens and law enforcement agencies in New York and Connecticut to the attempted terrorist attack in Times Square on May 1, 2010, their exceptional professionalism and investigative work following the attempted attack, and their consistent commitment to preparedness for and collective response to terrorism (Rep. McMahon / Homeland Security) // 3) H.Res. 1272 - Commemorating the 40th anniversary of the May 4, 1970, Kent State University shootings (Rep. Ryan (OH) / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1157 - Congratulating the National Urban League on its 100th year of service to the United States (Rep. Hastings (FL) / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 1312 - Recognizing the roles and contributions of America's teachers to building and enhancing our Nation's civic, cultural, and economic well-being (Rep. Graves / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 1149 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Charter School Week, to be held May 2 through May 8, 2010 (Rep. Bishop (UT) / Education and Labor) // 7) H.R. 2421 - Mother's Day Centennial Commemorative Coin Act (Rep. Capito / Financial Services) // 8) H.Res. 1295 - Celebrating the role of mothers in the United States and supporting the goals and ideals of Mother's Day (Rep. Fortenberry / Oversight and Government Reform) // 9) H.Res. 1247 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the Nation during Public Service Recognition Week, May 3 through 9, 2010, and throughout the year (Rep. Lynch / Oversight and Government Reform) // 10) H.R. 1722 - Telework Improvements Act (Rep. Sarbanes / Oversight and Government Reform) // 11) H.Res. 1301 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day (Rep. Brown (FL) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 12) H.Con.Res. 247 - Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby (Rep. Hoyer / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 13) H.Con.Res. 263 - Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run (Del. Norton / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 14) H.Res. 1278 - In support and recognition of National Safe Digging Month, April, 2010 (Rep. Shuster / Transportation and Infrastructure) // Special Orders   5 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of S.3217, Wall Street Reform.   4 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (7 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1307 - Honoring the National Science Foundation for 60 years of service to the Nation (Rep. Gordon / Science and Technology) // 2) H.Res. 1213 - Recognizing the need to improve the participation and performance of America's students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, supporting the ideals of National Lab Day (Rep. Fudge / Science and Technology) // 3) H.Res. 1310 - Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the laser (Rep. Ehlers / Science and Technology) // 4) H.Res. 1231 - Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the United States Television Infrared Observation Satellite, the world's first meteorological satellite, launched by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on April 1, 1960, and fulfilling the promise of President Eisenhower to all nations of the world to promote the peaceful use of space for the benefit of all mankind (Rep. Holt / Science and Technology) // 5) H.Res. 1269 - Commemorating the 400th anniversary of the first use of the telescope for astronomical observation by the Italian scientist Galileo Galilei (Rep. Tiberi / Science and Technology) // 6) H.R. 24 - To redesignate the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps (Rep. Jones / Armed Services) // 7) H.Res. 1132 - Honoring the USS New Mexico as the sixth Virginia-class submarine commissioned by the U.S. Navy to protect and defend the United States (Rep. Heinrich / Armed Services) // Special Orders   4 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for one hour of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of S.3217, Wall Street Reform. The Senate recesses from 12:30 until 2:15 p.m.   3 May 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of S. 3217 - Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. No roll call votes are scheduled.   3 May 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   April 2010 30 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of S. 3217 - Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.   30 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   29 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and resumes consideration of S. 3217 - Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.   29 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" // H.R. 2499 - Puerto Rico Democracy Act (Structured Rule) (Del. Pierluisi / Natural Resources) // The rule provides for 90 minutes of debate and makes in order the following amendments: Foxx Amendment (10 minutes); Gutierrez Amendment #26 (10 minutes); Gutierrez Amendment #31 (10 minutes); Barton / Young (AL) Amendment (10 minutes); Velazquez / Gutierrez Amendment (10 minutes); Velazquez Amendment #8 (10 minutes); Velazquez Amendment #9 (10 minutes); Hastings (WA) Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 375 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Workers' Memorial Day in order to honor and remember the workers who have been killed or injured in the workplace (Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   28 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. H.R. 5013 - IMPROVE Acquisition Act of 2010 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Andrews / Armed Services); The rule provides for one hour of debate and makes in order the following amendments: Skelton Amendment (10 minutes); Sessions Amendment (10 minutes); Hastings (FL) Amendment (10 minutes); Hall (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Edwards (MD) Amendment (10 minutes); Moore (WI) Amendment (10 minutes); Murphy (CT) Amendment (10 minutes); Quigley et al Amendment (10 minutes); Quigley et al Amendment (10 minutes); Schrader Amendment (10 minutes); Connolly Amendment (10 minutes); Childers Amendment (10 minutes); Dahlkemper Amendment (10 minutes); Kissell et al Amendment (10 minutes); Grayson / Hastings (FL) Amendment (10 minutes); Hare Amendment (10 minutes) // Suspensions (4 Bills): 1) H.R. 3393 - Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act (Rep. Murphy (PA) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 5148 - To clarify the instances in which the term "census" may appear on mailable matter (Rep. Issa / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Con.Res. 264 - Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service (Del. Norton / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4) H.R. 5147 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010 (Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure) //Postponed Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 375 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Workers' Memorial Day in order to honor and remember the workers who have been killed or injured in the workplace (Sponsor Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   28 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business and thereafter resumes consideration of S. 3217 - Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010, before proceeding to a vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to S.3217, at 12:20 p.m.   27 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. One minutes // Suspensions (14 Bills): 1) S. 3253 - To provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (Sen. Landrieu / Small Business) // 2) H.Res. 1240 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Global Youth Service Day (Rep. DeLauro / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1293 - Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month (Rep. Biggert / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1131 - Expressing support for designation of the week of April 18, 2010, through April 23, 2010, as National Assistant Principals Week (Rep. Fudge / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 375 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Workers' Memorial Day in order to honor and remember the workers who have been killed or injured in the workplace (Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 561 - Congratulating the Onondaga Community College Lady Lazers for winning the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Women's Lacrosse Tournament (Rep. Maffei / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 563 - Congratulating the Onondaga Community College Lazers for winning the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Men's Lacrosse Tournament (Rep. Maffei / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. 1280 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of National Healthy Schools Day (Rep. Tonko / Education and Labor) // 9) H.R. 5017 - Rural Housing Preservation and Stabilization Act of 2010 (Rep. Kanjorski / Financial Services) // 10) H.Res. 1259 - Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (Rep. Baldwin / Judiciary) // 11) H.Res. 1208 - Supporting the goals of World Intellectual Property Day (Rep. Smith (WA) / Judiciary) // 12) H.R. 3808 - Interstate Recognition of Notarizations Act (Rep. Aderholt / Judiciary) // 13) H.Res. 1033 - Expressing support for designation of April 2010 as "National Autism Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to devote new resources to research into the causes and treatment of autism and to improve training and support for individuals with autism and those who care for individuals with autism (Rep. Reichert / Energy and Commerce) // 14) H.R. 5146 - Providing that Members of Congress shall not receive a cost of living adjustment in pay during fiscal year 2011 (Rep. Mitchell / House Administration) // Special Orders   27 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming the motion to proceed to S. 3217 - Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. The Senate will recess from 12:30 until 2:15pm to allow for weekly caucus luncheons.   26 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business before resuming consideration of the motion to proceed to S. 3217 - Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010. At 5 p.m., the Senate conducts a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to the bill.   26 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. One minutes // Suspensions (3 Bills): 1) H.R. 4543 - The "Anthony J. Cortese Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Lofgren / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1103 - Celebrating the life of Sam Houston on the 217th anniversary of his birth (Rep. McCaul / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.R. 4861 - The "Steve Goodman Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Quigley / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   23 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is not in session.   22 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // Motion to Go to Conference on H.R. 2194 - Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act and Republican Motion to Instruct Conferees // H.Res. __ - Privileged Resolution Regarding PMA (Sponsored by Rep. Flake) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1270 - Expressing support for Mathematics Awareness Month (Rep. McMorris Rodgers / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   22 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for one hour of morning business, thereafter turning to Executive Session to consider the nomination of Denny Chin to be United States Circuit Judge for the Second Circuit.   21 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" // Suspensions (12 Bills): 1. S. 1963 - Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act (Sen. Akaka - Veterans' Affairs) // 2. H.Res. 1216 - Congratulating Reverend Daniel P. Coughlin on his tenth year of service as Chaplain of the House of Representatives (Rep. Lipinski - House Administration) // 3. H.Res. 1116 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week (Rep. Lee (CA) - Energy and Commerce) // 4. H.Res. 1298 - Celebrating the life of Dr. Dorothy Irene Height and recognizing her life-long dedication and leadership in the struggle for human rights and equality for all people until her death at age 98 on April 20, 2010 (Rep. Fudge - Judiciary) // 5. H.Res. 855 - Expressing support for designation of May 1 as "Silver Star Service Banner Day" (Rep. Blunt - Oversight and Government Reform) // 6. H.Res. 1262 - Expressing condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the victims of the fire at the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes, Washington (Rep. Larsen - Oversight and Government Reform) // 7. H.Con.Res. 255 - Commemorating the 40th anniversary of Earth Day and honoring the founder of Earth Day, the late Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin (Rep. Obey - Oversight and Government Reform) // 8. H.Res. 1182 - Congratulating Radford University on the 100th anniversary of the university (Rep. Boucher - Education and Labor) // 9. H.Res. 1239 - Commending the University of Connecticut Huskies for their historic win in the 2010 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament (Rep. Courtney - Education and Labor) // 10. H.R. 1585 - FIT Kids Act (Rep. Kind - Education and Labor) // 11. H.Res. 1270 - Expressing support for Mathematics Awareness Month (Rep. McMorris Rodgers - Education and Labor) // 12. H.Res. 1276 - Recognizing the continued importance of volunteerism and national service and commemorating the anniversary of the signing of the landmark service legislation, the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act (Rep. George Miller - Education and Labor) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1. H.Res. 1104 - Supporting the mission and goals of 2010 National Crime Victims' Rights Week to increase public awareness of the rights, needs, and concerns of victims and survivors of crime in the United States (Rep. Costa - Judiciary) // Special Orders   21 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business before proceeding to executive session in order to consider the nomination of Christopher Schroeder to be Assistant Attorney General and Thomas Valaskie to be U.S. Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit. Thereafter, the Senate votes on the confirmation of the Valaskie nomination.   20 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minutes" // Suspensions (5 Bills): 1. H.R. 4178 - Deposit Restricted Qualified Tuition Programs Act (Rep. Cleaver - Financial Services) // 2. H.Res. 1257 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Financial Literacy Month, 2010 (Rep. Hinojosa - Financial Services) // 3. H.R. 3553 - Indian Veterans Housing Opportunity Act (Rep. Kirkpatrick - Financial Services) // 4. H.Res. __ - Honoring the life and achievements of Dr. Benjamin Lawson Hooks (Reps. Conyers/Cohen - Judiciary) // 5. H.Res. 1104 - Supporting the mission and goals of 2010 National Crime Victims' Rights Week to increase public awareness of the rights, needs, and concerns of victims and survivors of crime in the United States (Rep. Costa - Judiciary) // Special Orders   20 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business, thereafter proceeding to Executive Session with the time equally divided and controlled between Senators Baucus and Grassley or their designees, and with Senator Bunning in control of 15 minutes of the Republican time. At 12:00 p.m., the Senate proceeds to a vote on confirmation of the nomination of Lael Brainard to be Under Secretary of the Treasury. Following the vote, the Senate recesses until 2:15 p.m. for the weekly caucus luncheons. There are then up to 6 hours for debate with respect to the nomination of Marisa Demeo to be an Associate Judge for the D.C. Superior Court prior to a vote on confirmation. Upon disposition of the Demeo nomination, the Senate proceeds to a vote on confirmation of the nomination of Stuart Nash to be an Associate Judge of the D.C. Superior Court.   19 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter proceeding to Executive Session to debate the nomination of Lael Brainard to be Under Secretary of the Treasury. At 5:30 p.m., the Senate will proceed to roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Brainard nomination.   19 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   16 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   16 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   15 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.R. 4715 - Clean Estuaries Act of 2010 (Martial Law Rule) (Rep. Bishop (NY) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // The rule provides for one hour of debate and makes in order the following amendments: Oberstar Amendment (10 minutes); Pingree / Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Kagen Amendment (10 minutes); Schauer Amendment (10 minutes); Moore (WI) Amendment (10 minutes); Shea-Porter Amendment (10 minutes); Kratovil Amendment (10 minutes) // Possible Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 4851 - Continuing Extension Act of 2010 (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // H.Res. __ - Raising a question of privileges of the House (Rep. Flake) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 bills): 1) H.Res. 1062 - Recognizing the Coast Guard Group Astoria's more than 60 years of service to the Pacific Northwest (Rep. Wu / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2) H.Con.Res. 222 - Recognizing the leadership and historical contributions of Dr. Hector Garcia (Rep. Ortiz / Judiciary) // 3) H.Res. 1242 - Congratulating the Duke University men’s basketball team (Rep. Price (NC) / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   15 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R. 4851, the Continuing Extension Act.   14 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (15 bills): 1) H.R. 3506 - Eliminate Privacy Notice Confusion Act (Rep. Paulsen / Financial Services) // 2) Senate Amendments to H.R. 4573 - Debt Relief for Earthquake Recovery in Haiti Act of 2010 (Rep. Waters / Financial Services) // 3) H.Res. 197 - To commend the American Sail Training Association (Rep. Kennedy / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4) H.R. 4275 - The "John C. Godbold United States Judicial Administration Building" Designation Act (Rep. Lewis (GA) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5) H.Res. 1062 - Recognizing the Coast Guard Group Astoria's more than 60 years of service to the Pacific Northwest (Rep. Wu / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6) H.Con.Res. 222 - Recognizing the leadership and historical contributions of Dr. Hector Garcia (Rep. Ortiz / Judiciary) // 7) S.J.Res. 25- Granting the consent and approval of Congress to amendments made by the State of Maryland, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the District of Columbia to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Regulation Compact (Sen. Cardin / Judiciary) // 8) H.R. 1258 - Truth in Caller ID Act (Rep. Engel / Energy and Commerce) // 9) H.R. 3125 - Radio Spectrum Inventory Act (Rep. Waxman / Energy and Commerce) // 10) H.Con.Res. 243 - Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha (Rep. Hirono / House Administration) // 11) H.R. 4994 - Taxpayer Assistance Act (Rep. Lewis (GA) / Ways and Means) // 12) H.Res. 1237 - Honoring the life of Wilma Pearl Mankiller (Rep. Boren / Natural Resources) // 13) H.Res. 1236 - Honoring the coal miners who perished in the Upper Big Branch Mine-South in Raleigh County, West Virginia, extending condolences to their families and recognizing the valiant efforts of emergency response workers at the mine disaster (Rep. Rahall / Natural Resources) // 14) H.Res. __ - Congratulating the Duke University men’s basketball team (Rep. Price (NC) / Education and Labor) // 15) H.Res. 1426 - Expressing sympathy for the people of Poland in the aftermath of the tragic plane crash that killed the country's President, First Lady and 94 others on April 10, 2010 (Rep. Dahlkemper / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   14 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and observes a moment of silence to express solidarity with the people of Poland before beginning a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of H.R.4851, the Continuing Extensions Act, before proceeding to a roll call vote on the motion to waive applicable points of order with respect to the Baucus amendment #3721, as modified, if modified.   13 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. One minutes // Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1222 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Library Week (Rep. Ehlers - Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 1041 - Congratulating and commending the University of Idaho's football team for winning the 2009 Humanitarian Bowl in Boise, Idaho (Rep. Minnick - Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1042 - Commending the Boise State University Broncos football team for winning the 2010 Fiesta Bowl (Rep. Minnick - Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. __ - Congratulating the Duke University men's basketball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship (Rep. Price (NC) - Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 1198 - Congratulating Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania for 140 years of excellence in higher education (Rep. Thompson (PA) - Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 1206 - Remembering the victims of the attack on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and supporting the goals and ideals of the National Week of Hope (Rep. Fallin - Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   13 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R. 4851, a bill to provide a temporary extension of certain programs including Unemployment and COBRA. The time during any period of morning business, adjournment, or recess will count count post-cloture. The Senate will recess from 12:30 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus luncheons to meet. Following the recess, the Senate will adopt the motion to proceed and begin consideration of the bill, H.R. 4851. Roll call votes are possible in the afternoon in relation to amendments to the bill.   12 April 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R. 4851, the Continuing Extention Act of 2010, voting on cloture at 5:30 p.m.   12 April 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   9 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   8 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   7 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   6 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   5 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   2 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   1 April 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   March 2010 31 March 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   30 March 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   29 March 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the Easter work period.   26 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business.   26 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   25 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments with an amendment to H.R. 1586 - FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure) // Suspensions (2 Bills): 1) H.R. __ - Extending the Small Business Loan Guarantee Program (Rep. Serrano / Appropriations) // 2) H.Res. 1215 - Expressing support for Bangladesh's return to democracy (Rep. Crowley / Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspensions (2 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1125 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week (Rep. Perriello / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2) H.R. 4360 - The "Major Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Center" Designation Act (Rep. Campbell / Veterans' Affairs) // Special Orders   25 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R. 4872, the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act.   24 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 4849 - Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010 (Closed Rule, 1 Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // Begin Consideration of H.R. 4899 - Disaster Relief and Summer Jobs Act of 2010 (Closed Rule, 1 Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Obey / Appropriations) // Suspensions (2 Bills): 1) H.R. 4360 - To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs blind rehabilitation center in Long Beach, California, as the "Major Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Center" (Rep. Campbell / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.R. 4915 - Extending the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and extending authorizations for the airport improvement program (Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure) // Postponed Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) H.R. 1879 - National Guard Employment Protection Act (Rep. Coffman / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 1125 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week (Rep. Perriello / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 3) H.Res. 917 - Recognizing the Florida Keys Scenic Highway on the occasion of its designation as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4) H.R. 3562 - The "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building" Designation Act (Rep. Thompson (MS) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5) H.R. 4098 - Secure Federal File Sharing Act (Rep. Towns / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   24 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R. 4872, the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act. Roll call votes are expected to occur throughout the day.   23 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The senate convenes to begin consideration of H.R. 4872, the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act.   23 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Begin Consideration H.R. 4849 - Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010 (Rep. Levin - Ways and Means) (Subject to a Rule) // Suspensions (5 Bills): 1. H.Res. 1186 - Expressing support for designation of April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month (Rep. Markey (CO) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2. H.Res. 1125 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week (Rep. Perriello - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 3. H.Res. 917 - Recognizing the Florida Keys Scenic Highway on the occasion of its designation as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4. H.R. 3562 - To designate the Federal building under construction at 1220 Echelon Parkway in Jackson, Mississippi, as the "Chaney, Goodman, Schwerner Federal Building" (Rep. Thompson (MS) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5. H.R. 4098 - Secure Federal File Sharing Act (Rep. Towns - Oversight and Government Reform) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1. H.R. 1879 - National Guard Employment Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Coffman - Veterans' Affairs) // 2. H.J.Res. 80 - Recognizing and honoring the Blinded Veterans Association on its 65th anniversary of representing blinded veterans and their families (Rep. Halvorson - Veterans' Affairs) // 3. H.R. 3976 - Helping Heroes Keep Their Homes Act of 2009 (Rep. Perriello - Veterans' Affairs) // 4. H.R. 4592 - To provide for the establishment of a pilot program to encourage the employment of veterans in energy-related positions (Rep. Teague - Veterans' Affairs) // Special Orders   22 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and proceeds to a period of morning business before resuming consideration of H.R.1586, FAA Reauthorization, voting on the Ensign amendment #3476 (slot usage/perimeter), the McCain amendment #3527 (Next Generation), any proposed Managers' amendment, and final passage on the bill as amended.   22 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) H.R. 4810 - End Veteran Homelessness Act of 2010 (Rep. Filner / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.R. 1879 - National Guard Employment Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Coffman / Veterans' Affairs) // 3) H.J.Res. 80 - Recognizing and honoring the Blinded Veterans Association on its 65th anniversary of representing blinded veterans and their families (Rep. Halvorson / Veterans' Affairs) // 4) H.R. 3976 - Helping Heroes Keep Their Homes Act of 2009 (Rep. Perriello / Veterans' Affairs) // 5) H.R. 4667 - Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2010 (Rep. Perriello / Veterans' Affairs) // 6) H.R. 4592 - To provide for the establishment of a pilot program to encourage the employment of veterans in energy-related positions (Rep. Teague / Veterans' Affairs) // Special Orders   21 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments to H.R. 3590 - Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - and H.R. 4872 - Reconciliation Act of 2010 (Reps. Spratt/ Waxman/ Levin/ George Miller - Budget/ Energy and Commerce/ Ways and Means/ Education and Labor) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (7 Bills): 1) H.R. 4840 - The "Clarence D. Lumpkin Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Tiberi / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1174 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month (Rep. Woolsey / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1075 - Commending the members of the Agri-business Development Teams of the National Guard for their efforts to modernize agriculture practices and increase food production in war-torn countries (Rep. Luetkemeyer / Armed Services) // 4) H.Res. 1099 - Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima (Rep. Braley / Armed Services) // 5) H.Res. 925 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the meritorious service performed by aviators in the United States Armed Forces who were shot down over, or otherwise forced to land in, hostile territory yet evaded enemy capture or were captured but subsequently escaped (Rep. DeFazio / Armed Services) // 6) H.Res. 900 - Supporting the goals and ideals of a Cold War Veterans Recognition Day to honor the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War and encouraging the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities honoring the sacrifices and contributions of those individuals (Rep. Israel / Armed Services) // 7) H.Res. 1119 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all people in the United States should participate in a moment of silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces both at home and abroad (Rep. Peters / Armed Services) // Special Orders   20 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // H.R. 1612 - Public Lands Service Corps Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Grijalva / Natural Resources) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Bishop (UT) Amendment (10 minutes); Cole Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (7 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1075 - Commending the members of the Agri-business Development Teams of the National Guard for their efforts to modernize agriculture practices and increase food production in war-torn countries (Rep. Luetkemeyer / Armed Services) // 2) H.Res. 1099 - Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima (Rep. Braley / Armed Services) // 3) H.Res. 925 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the meritorious service performed by aviators in the United States Armed Forces who were shot down over, or otherwise forced to land in, hostile territory yet evaded enemy capture or were captured but subsequently escaped (Rep. DeFazio / Armed Services) // 4) H.Res. 900 - Supporting the goals and ideals of a Cold War Veterans Recognition Day to honor the sacrifices and contributions made by members of the Armed Forces during the Cold War and encouraging the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities honoring the sacrifices and contributions of those individuals (Rep. Israel / Armed Services) // 5) H.Res. 1119 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all people in the United States should participate in a moment of silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces both at home and abroad (Rep. Peters / Armed Services) // 6) H.R. __ - TRICARE Affirmation Act (Rep. Skelton / Ways and Means) // 7) H.Con.Res. 222 - Recognizing the leadership and historical contributions of Dr. Hector Garcia to the Hispanic community and his remarkable efforts to combat racial and ethnic discrimination in the United States of America (Rep. Ortiz / Judiciary) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1040 - Honoring the life and accomplishments of Donald Harington for his contributions to literature in the United States (Rep. Snyder / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 4840 - The "Clarence D. Lumpkin Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Tiberi / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1174 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month (Rep. Woolsey / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   19 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.1586, FAA Reauthorization with no roll call votes during the day's session.   19 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // H.R. 3644 - Ocean, Coastal, and Watershed Education Act (Structured Rule) (Rep. Capps / Natural Resources) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendment: Capps Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (20 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1133 - Recognizing the extraordinary number of African-Americans who have overcome significant obstacles to enhance innovation and competitiveness in the field of science in the United States (Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson / Science and Technology) // 2) H.Res. 1027 - Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the historic dive to the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, the deepest point in the world's oceans, on January 23, 1960, and its importance to marine research, ocean science, a better understanding of the planet, and the future of human exploration (Rep. Sablan / Science and Technology) // 3) H.Con.Res. 244 - Expressing support for the designation of March 20 as a National Day of Recognition for Long-Term Care Physicians (Rep. Gingrey / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 1040 - Honoring the life and accomplishments of Donald Harington for his contributions to literature in the United States (Rep. Snyder / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.R. 4840 - The "Clarence D. Lumpkin Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Tiberii / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 1174 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month (Rep. Woolsey / Oversight and Government Reform) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1) H.R. 3671 - Upper Mississippi River Basin Protection Act (Rep. Kind / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 4003 - Hudson River Valley Special Resource Study Act (Rep. Hinchey / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 2788 - Distinguished Flying Cross National Memorial Act (Rep. Calvert / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 4395 - To revise the boundaries of the Gettysburg National Military Park to include the Gettysburg Train Station (Rep. Platts / Natural Resources) // Special Orders   18 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.Res. 1190 - Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the Rules (Rep. Slaughter / Rules) // Suspensions (7 Bills): 1) H.R. 3671 - Upper Mississippi River Basin Protection Act (Rep. Kind / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 4252 - Inland Empire Perchlorate Ground Water Plume Assessment Act of 2009 (Rep. Baca / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 4003 - Hudson River Valley Special Resource Study Act (Rep. Hinchey / Natural Resources) // 4) H.Res. 1173 - Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Vermont Long Trail, the oldest long-distance hiking trail in the United States, and congratulating the Green Mountain Club for its century of dedication in developing and maintaining the trail (Rep. Welch / Natural Resources) // 5) H.R. 2788 - Distinguished Flying Cross National Memorial Act (Rep. Calvert / Natural Resources) // 6) H.R. 1769 - Alpine Lakes Wilderness Additions and Pratt and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Rivers Protection Act (Rep. Reichert / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 4395 - To revise the boundaries of the Gettysburg National Military Park to include the Gettysburg Train Station (Rep. Platts / Natural Resources) // Dispose of H.Res. __ - Raising a question of privileges of the House (Rep. Flake / Privileged Resolution) // Postponed Suspension Vote (3 Bills): 1) H.R. 4214 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 45300 Portola Avenue in Palm Desert, California, as the "Roy Wilson Post Office" (Rep. Bono Mack / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 3542 - State Admission Day Recognition Act of 2009 (Rep. Lungren / House Administration) // 3) H.R. 3509 - Agricultural Credit Act of 2009 (Rep. Peterson / Agriculture) // Special Orders   18 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business and thereafter resumes consideration of H.R.1586, the FAA Reauthorization bill.   17 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (11 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1141 - Honoring the accomplishments of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court (Rep. Giffords / Judiciary) // 2) S. 1147 - A bill to prevent tobacco smuggling, to ensure the collection of all tobacco taxes (Sen. Kohl / Judiciary) // 3) H.R. 4214 - The "Roy Wilson Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Bono Mack / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.R. 946 - Plain Language Act (Rep. Braley / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.R. 1387 - Electronic Message Preservation Act (Rep. Hodes / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.R. 4825 - To require any amounts remaining in a Member's Representational Allowance at the end of a fiscal year to be deposited in the Treasury and used for deficit reduction or to reduce the Federal debt (Rep. Kirkpatrick (AZ) / House Administration) // 7) H.R. 3542 - State Admission Day Recognition Act (Rep. Lungren / House Administration) // 8) H.R. 3509 - Agricultural Credit Act of 2009 (Rep. Peterson / Agriculture) // 9) H.R. 3954 - Florida National Forest Land Adjustment Act of 2009 (Rep. Boyd / Agriculture) // 10) H.R. 4851 - Continuing Extension Act of 2010 (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // 11) H.R. 4853 - Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 (Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure) // Postponed Suspension Vote (3 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1089 - Recognizing the 150th anniversary of Augustana College (Rep. Hare / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 1167 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day (Rep. Shea-Porter / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1184 - Congratulating the 2009-2010 University of Maryland Men’s Basketball team on an outstanding season (Rep. Hoyer / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   17 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of the House Message on HR2847, HIRE Act, before proceeding to a series of 2 roll call votes in relation to a motion to waive Gregg's Budget point of order and a motion to concur in the House amendments to the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R.2847, the legislative vehicle for the HIRE Act. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of H.R.1586, the legislative vehicle for FAA Reauthorization, before receiving the House managers for the purpose of presenting and exhibiting articles of impeachment against G. Thomas Porteous, Jr., Judge of the United States for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Additional roll call votes in relation to FAA amendments are expected throughout the day.   16 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 for morning hour and at noon for legislative business. Unlimited "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (12 Bills): 1) H.Res. 311 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Red Cross Month (Rep. Watson / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 605 - Recognizing the continued persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China on the 10th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party campaign to suppress the Falun Gong spiritual movement and calling for an immediate end to the campaign to persecute, intimidate, imprison, and torture Falun Gong practitioners (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 1128 - Thanking Vancouver for hosting the world during the 2010 Winter Olympics and honoring the athletes from Team USA (Rep. Davis (CA) / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.R. 4252 - Inland Empire Perchlorate Ground Water Plume Assessment Act (Rep. Baca / Natural Resources) // 5) H.R. 2788 - Distinguished Flying Cross National Memorial Act (Rep. Calvert / Natural Resources) // 6) H.R. 4003 - Hudson River Valley Special Resource Study Act (Rep. Hinchey / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 3671 - Upper Mississippi River Basin Protection Act (Rep. Kind / Natural Resources) // 8) H.R. 1769 - Alpine Lakes Wilderness Additions and Pratt and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Rivers Protection Act (Rep. Reichert / Natural Resources) // 9) H.R. 4395 - To revise the boundaries of the Gettysburg National Military Park to include the Gettysburg Train Station (Rep. Platts / Natural Resources) // 10) H.Res. 1089 - Recognizing the 150th anniversary of Augustana College (Rep. Hare / Education and Labor) // 11) H.Res. 1167 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Professional Social Work Month and World Social Work Day (Rep. Shea-Porter / Education and Labor) // 12) H.Res. __ - Congratulating the 2009-2010 University of Maryland Men's Basketball Team on an outstanding season (Rep. Hoyer / Education and Labor) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.R. 4628 - The "Sergeant Christopher R. Hrbek Post Office Building" Designation Act(Rep. Garrett / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   16 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business until 12:30 p.m. with the time equally divided and controlled between the two leaders or their designees, with the Majority controlling the first half and the Republicans controlling the final half. The Senate will stand in recess from 12:30 p.m.-2:15 p.m. to allow for the weekly caucus meetings, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R.1586, the vehicle for the FAA reauthorization bill. Roll call votes in relation to the FAA bill are possible Tuesday afternoon.   15 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, to thereafter resume consideration of the House Message on H.R.2847, the legislative vehicle for the HIRE Act. At 5:30 p.m., the Senate proceeds to a cloture vote on the motion to concur in the House amendments to the Senate amendment to the House amendment to the Senate amendment to the bill.   15 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1145 - Recognizing the University of Arizona's 125 years of dedication to excellence in higher education (Rep. Giffords / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 1170 - Congratulating the winners of the Voice of Democracy national scholarship program (Rep. Hunter / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 1163 - Recognizing Washington State University Honors College for 50 years of excellence (Rep. McMorris Rodgers / Education and Labor) // 4) H.R. 2377 - To direct the Secretary of Education to establish and administer an awards program recognizing excellence exhibited by public school system employees providing services to students in pre-kindergarten through higher education (Rep. Titus / Education and Labor) // 5) H.R. 4628 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 216 Westwood Avenue in Westwood, New Jersey, as the "Sergeant Christopher R. Hrbek Post Office Building" (Rep. Garrett / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 267 - Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz, expressing appreciation to Iranian-Americans for their contributions to society, and wishing Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran a prosperous new year (Rep. Honda / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   12 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // H.R. 3650 - Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control Amendments Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Baird / Science and Technology) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendment: Flake Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1Bill): 1) H.R. 4506 - Bankruptcy Judgeship Act of 2010 (Rep. Cohen / Judiciary) // Special Orders   12 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   11 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.Res. 1031 - Impeaching G. Thomas Porteous, Jr., judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, for high crimes and misdemeanors (Privileged Resolution) (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // Dispose of H.Res. __ - Raising a question of privileges of the House (Privileged Resolution) (Rep. Flake) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1107 - Recognizing the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy. (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 1047 - Commending The Ohio State University Buckeyes football team for its victory in the 2010 Rose Bowl (Rep. Kilroy / Education and Labor) // 3) H.R. 4506 - Bankruptcy Judgeship Act of 2010 (Rep. Cohen / Judiciary) // Special Orders   11 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and begins a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R.1586, the legislative vehicle for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization bill.   10 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (9 Bills): 1) H.R. 4786 - To provide authority to compensate Federal employees for the 2-day period in which authority to make expenditures from the Highway Trust Fund lapsed (Rep. Connolly / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2) H.Con.Res. 249 - Commemorating the 45th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the role that it played in ensuring the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (Rep. Lewis (GA) / Judiciary) // 3) H.Res. 1081 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (Rep. Lewis (GA) / Judiciary) // 4) H.Res. 1087 - Honoring the life of John H. "Jack" Ruffin, Jr. (Rep. Barrow / Judiciary) // 5) H.Res. 1115 - Expressing appreciation for the profound dedication and public service of Enrique "Kiki" Camarena on the 25th anniversary of his death (Rep. Hunter / Judiciary) // 6) H.Res. 1061 - Honoring the heroic actions of Court Security Officer Stanley Cooper, Deputy United States Marshal Richard J. "Joe" Gardner, the law enforcement officers of the United States Marshals Service and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and the Court Security Officers in responding to the armed assault at the Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse on January 4, 2010 (Rep. Titus / Judiciary) // 7) H.R. 4506 - Bankruptcy Judgeship Act of 2010 (Rep. Cohen / Judiciary) // 8) H.R. 4783 - To accelerate the income tax benefits for charitable cash contributions for the relief of the victims of the earthquake in Chile, and to extend the period from which such contributions for the relief of the victims of the earthquake in Haiti may be accelerated (Rep. Levin / Ways and Means) // 9) H.R. 4573 - Debt Relief for Earthquake Recovery in Haiti Act (Rep. Waters / Financial Services) // H.Con.Res. 248 - Afghanistan War Powers Resolution (Privileged Resolution) (Closed Rule, Three Hours of General Debate) (Rep. Kucinich / Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1088 - Recognizing the plight of people with albinism in East Africa and condemning their murder and mutilation (Rep. Connolly / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 1107 - Recognizing the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 1044 - Expressing Condolences for the victims of the February 27th 2010 earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the Chilean people as they plan for the recovery and reconstruction for their Country (Rep. Hinojosa / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.R. 4621 - Prevent Deceptive Census Look Alike Mailings Act (Rep. Maloney / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 1047 - Commending The Ohio State University Buckeyes football team for its victory in the 2010 Rose Bowl (Rep. Kilroy / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   10 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R.4213, the Tax Extenders Act of 2009, and the Baucus substitute amendment to the bill. If cloture is invoked the Senate will proceed to a vote on the passage of H.R.4213.   9 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minutes" // Suspensions (15 Bills): 1. H.Res. 1055 - Supporting the designation of National Robotics Week as an annual event (Rep. Doyle - Science and Technology) // 2. H.Res. 1069 - Congratulating Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith for being awarded the Nobel Prize in physics (Rep. Lance - Science and Technology) // 3. H.Res. 935 - Honoring John E. Warnock, Charles M. Geschke, Forrest M. Bird, Esther Sans Takeuchi, and IBM Corporation for receiving the 2008 National Medal of Technology and Innovation (Rep. Lofgren - Science and Technology) // 4. H.R. 3650 - Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia Research and Control Amendments Act of 2009 (Rep. Baird - Science and Technology) // 5. H.Res. 1032 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should continue to assist the Mexican Government in fighting the drug cartels and curbing violence against Mexican and United States citizens, both in the United States and abroad (Rep. Chu - Foreign Affairs) // 6. H.Res. 1088 - Recognizing the plight of people with albinism in East Africa and condemning their murder and mutilation (Rep. Connolly - Foreign Affairs) // 7. H.Res. 1107 - Recognizing the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy. (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Foreign Affairs) // 8. H.Res. __ - Expressing Condolences for the victims of the February 27th 2010 earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the Chilean people as they plan for the recovery and reconstruction for their Country (Rep. Hinojosa - Foreign Affairs) // 9. H.Res. 1036 - Recognizing the contributions of Korean Americans to the United States (Rep. Garrett - Oversight and Government Reform) // 10. H.R. 4621 - Prevent Deceptive Census Look Alike Mailings Act (Rep. Maloney - Oversight and Government Reform) // 11. H.R. 4547 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 119 Station Road in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, as the "Captain Luther H. Smith, U.S. Army Air Forces Post Office" (Rep. Sestak - Oversight and Government Reform) // 12. H.R. 4624 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 125 Kerr Avenue in Rome City, Indiana, as the "SPC Nicholas Scott Hartge Post Office" (Rep. Souder - Oversight and Government Reform) // 13. H.Res. 1091 - Expressing support for designation of the week of February 28 through March 7, 2010, as "School Social Work Week" (Rep. Kennedy - Education and Labor) // 14. H.Res. 1047 - Commending The Ohio State University Buckeyes football team for its victory in the 2010 Rose Bowl (Rep. Kilroy - Education and Labor) // 15. H.Res. 1142 - Congratulating Silver Lake College for 75 years of service as an undergraduate institution of higher education (Rep. Petri - Education and Labor) // Special Orders   9 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of H.R.4213, proceeding to a series of votes in relation to the following: Baucus amendment #3429 (alternative to Coburn #3358 regarding transparency); Coburn amendment #3358 (Transparency); Murray amendment #3356, as further modified (TANF/Youth Jobs); Republican alternative to Murray #3356. There will be 4 minutes for debate equally divided prior to each vote. All votes after the first vote in this sequence will be limited to 10 minutes each. Following this series of votes, the Senate will recess until 2:15pm for the caucus luncheons, thereafter proceeding to a roll call vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the Baucus amendment #3336 (Substitute).   8 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R.4213, the Tax Extenders Act of 2009. There will be no roll call votes.   8 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   5 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.4213, the Tax Extenders Act of 2009.   5 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   4 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments with an Amendment to H.R. 2847 - Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act (Subject to a Rule) // Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 1086 - Recognizing the importance and significance of the 2010 Census and encouraging each community within the Indian Country to name an elder to be the first member of that community to answer the 2010 Census (Rep. Baca / Oversight and Government Reform) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 699 - Expressing the appreciation of Congress for the service and sacrifice of the members of the 139th Airlifting, Air National Guard (Rep. Graves / Armed Services) // 2) H.Res. 1111 - Designating March 2, 2010, as "Read Across America Day" (Rep. Markey (CO) / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 362 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program (Rep. Watson / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1079 - Congratulating the National Football League Champion New Orleans Saints for winning Super Bowl XLIV and for bringing New Orleans its first Lombardi Trophy in franchise history (Rep. Cao / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   4 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and resumes consideration of H.R.4213, the Tax Extenders Act of 2009.   3 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (9 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1096 - Encouraging individuals across the United States to participate in the 2010 Census to ensure an accurate and complete count beginning April 1, 2010, and expressing support for designation of March 2010 as Census Awareness Month (Rep. Reyes / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1079 - Congratulating the National Football League Champion New Orleans Saints for winning Super Bowl XLIV and for bringing New Orleans its first Lombardi Trophy in franchise history (Rep. Cao / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1082 - Supporting the goals and ideals of the fourth annual America Saves Week (Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson / Financial Services) // 4) H.R. 2554 - National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers Reform Act of 2009 (Rep. Scott (GA) / Financial Services) // 5) H.Con.Res. 239 - Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the Women Airforce Service Pilots (Rep. Davis (CA) / House Administration) // 6) H.Con.Res. 236 - Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust (Rep. Klein / House Administration) // 7) S. 2968 - Making certain technical and conforming amendments to the Lanham Act (Sen. Leahy / Judiciary) // 8) H.Res. 1127 - Expressing concern regarding the suicide plane attack on Internal Revenue Service employees in Austin, Texas (Rep. Doggett / Ways and Means) // 9) H.Res. 1117 - Commending and congratulating the California State University system on the occasion of its 50th anniversary (Rep. Lofgren / Education and Labor) // H.R. 4247 - Keeping All Students Safe Act (Structured Rule) (Rep. George Miller / Education and Labor) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: George Miller Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Postponed Suspensions (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 747 - Congratulating the United States Military Academy at West Point on being named by Forbes magazine as America's Best College (Rep. Hall (NY) / Armed Services) // 2) H.Res. 699 - Expressing the appreciation of Congress for the service and sacrifice of the members of the 139th Airlift Wing, Air National Guard (Rep. Graves / Armed Services) // 3) H.Res. 1111 - Designating March 2, 2010, as "Read Across America Day" (Rep. Markey (CO) / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 362 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program (Rep. Watson / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   3 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R. 4213, Tax Extenders, with 3 amendments pending to the bill: Sessions (Spending Caps); Thune (Business Taxes); Landrieu (Go Zone). Senators Murray and Sanders then proceed to offer the next 2 Democratic amendments and Senator Bunning proceeds to offer the next 2 Republican amendments. Roll call votes are expected to occur throughout the day.   2 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. // Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1097 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Engineers Week (Rep. Lipinski / Science and Technology) // 2) H.R. 3820 - Natural Hazards Risk Reduction Act of 2009 (Rep. Wu / Science and Technology) // 3) H.Res. 747 - Congratulating the United States Military Academy at West Point on being named by Forbes magazine as America's Best College for 2009 (Rep. Hall (NY) / Armed Services) // 4) H.Res. 699 - Expressing the appreciation of Congress for the service and sacrifice of the members of the 139th Airlift Wing, Air National Guard (Rep. Graves / Armed Services Cost)5) H.Res. 812 - Recognizing the significant contributions of the Military Working Dog (MWD) Program to the United States Armed Forces (Rep. Lance / Armed Services) // 6) H.Res. 1072 - Recognizing Louisiana State University for 150 years of service and excellence in higher education (Rep. Cassidy / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 1117 - Commending and congratulating the California State University system on the occasion of its 50th anniversary (Rep. Lofgren / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. 1111 - Designating March 2, 2010, as "Read Across America Day" (Rep. Markey (CO) / Education and Labor) // 9) H.Res. 1112 - Congratulating the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital (Rep. Thompson (PA) / Education and Labor) // 10) H.Res. 362 - Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program (Rep. Watson / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   2 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business, thereafter proceeding to executive session to resume consideration of the nomination of Barbara Keenan to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fourth Circuit.   1 March 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate will begin consideration of H.R.4213, Tax Extenders.   1 March 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   February 2010 26 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business. There will be no roll call votes today.   26 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 2701 - Intelligence Authorization Act (Rep. Reyes - Intelligence) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1. H.Con.Res. 238 - Recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation (Rep. Kissell - Veterans' Affairs) // Special Orders   25 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.R. 2701 - Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Subject to a Rule)(Rep. Reyes / Intelligence) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Reyes Amendment (10 minutes); Hoekstra Amendment (10 minutes); Hastings (FL) Amendment (10 minutes); Rogers (MI) Amendment (10 minutes); Eshoo et al Amendment (10 minutes); Conaway Amendment (10 minutes); Arcuri Amendment (10 minutes); Barton Amendment (10 minutes); Holt / Bartlett Amendment (10 minutes); Castle / Lynch Amendment (10 minutes); Walz Amendment (10 minutes); Schauer Amendment (10 minutes) // Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments to H.R. 3961 - Extending expiring provisions of the USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.R. __ - Temporary Extensions Act of 2010 (Rep. Rangel / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.Con.Res. 227 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Urban Crimes Awareness Week (Rep. Towns / Judiciary) // 2) H.Con.Res. 238 - Recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation (Rep. Kissell / Veterans’ Affairs) // Special Orders   25 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate resumes consideration of the House message to accompany H.R.1299, the legslative vehicle for the Travel Promotion bill.   24 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // H.R. 4626 - Health Insurance Industry Fair Competition Act (Reps. Perriello/Markey (CO) - Judiciary) (Subject to a Rule) // Suspension (1 Bill): 1. H.Con.Res. 238 - Recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation (Rep. Kissell - Veterans' Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1. H.Res. 1074 - Honoring the life of Miep Gies, who aided Anne Frank's family while they were in hiding and preserved her diary for future generations (Rep. Kilroy - Foreign Affairs) // 2. H.Res. 944 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on religious minorities in Iraq (Rep. Peters - Foreign Affairs) // 3. H.Con.Res. 227 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Urban Crimes Awareness Week (Rep. Towns - Judiciary) // 4. H.Res. 1085 - Honoring and celebrating the contributions of African-Americans to the transportation and infrastructure of the United States (Rep. Brown (FL) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // Special Orders   24 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of the House Message with respect to H.R. 2847 before engaging in up to 2 roll call votes in relation to the following items: Motion to Waive the applicable budget point of order with respect to the Reid amendment #3310 (Jobs); Motion to Concur in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 2847. The Senate then proceeds to a period of morning business.   23 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one minutes" // Suspensions (9 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1066 - Recognizing the bravery and efforts of the United States Armed Forces, local first responders, and other members of Operation Unified Response (Rep. Meek / Armed Services) // 2) H.Res. 1059 - Honoring the heroism of the seven United States Agency for International Development and Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance supported urban search and rescue teams deployed to Haiti (Rep. McMahon / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 1074 - Honoring the life of Miep Gies, who aided Anne Frank's family while they were in hiding and preserved her diary for future generations (Rep. Kilroy / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 944 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on religious minorities in Iraq (Rep. Peters / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 1048 - Commending the efforts and honoring the work of the men and women of USNS Comfort and the United States Navy in the immediate response to those affected by the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010 (Rep. Tim Murphy (PA) / Foreign Affairs) // 6) H.R. 3695 - Billy's Law (Rep. Murphy (CT) / Judiciary) // 7) H.Con.Res. 227 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Urban Crimes Awareness Week (Rep. Towns / Judiciary) // 8) H.Res. 274 - Expressing support for designation of March as National Nutrition Month (Rep. Castor / Energy and Commerce) // 9) H.Res. __ - Honoring and celebrating the contributions of African-Americans to the transportation and infrastructure of the United States (Brown (FL) / Transportation and Infrastructure) // H.R. 2314 - Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Abercrombie / Natural Resources) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Abercrombie Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (30 minutes); Hastings (WA) Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspensions Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1039 - Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day (Rep. Lee (NY) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 1046 - Recognizing the significance of Black History Month (Rep. Al Green / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   23 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business for one hour, thereafter resuming consideration of the House Message on H.R.2847, the legislative vehicle for the Jobs bill.   22 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Senator Burris reads Washington's Farewell Address. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of the House Message with respect to H.R. 2847, the legislative vehicle for the jobs bill, voting on the motion to invoke cloture at 5:30 p.m.   22 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) H.R. 4425 - The "Martin G. 'Marty' Mahar Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Tonko / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 4238 - The "W.D. Farr Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Markey (CO) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 1046 - Recognizing the significance of Black History Month (Rep. Al Green / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 1039 - Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day (Rep. Lee (NY) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 526 - Recognizing the historical and cultural significance of the John Mercer Langston Golf Course and its contributions to achieving racial equality (Del. Norton / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   19 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the President's Day break.   18 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the President's Day break.   17 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the President's Day break.   16 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the President's Day break.   15 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for the President's Day break.   12 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 235, the Congress is not in session.   11 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business.   11 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: Pursuant to H.Con.Res 235, the House is not in session.   10 February 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: Pursuant to H.Con.Res. 235, the Congress is not in session.   9 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to debate the nominations of Joseph Greenaway to be United States Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit and of Craig Becker to be a Member of the National Labor Relations Board, on which votes will occur at 5:00 p.m. in relation to the Greenaway nomination and cloture on the Becker nomination.   9 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Due to inclement weather, the House adjourned at 2:11 p.m.   8 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene for a brief session in order to change the order of the previously scheduled roll call votes, which will be held on Tuesday.   8 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   5 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   5 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   4 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes and proceeds to executive session to debate the nomination of Patricia Smith to be Solicitor for the Department of Labor prior to the vote on her confirmation, thereafter proceeding to consideration of the nomination of Martha Johnson to be Administrator of the GSA and voting on the motion to invoke cloture before immediately proceeding to vote on confirmation of the nomination in the event that cloture is invoked.   4 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 4061 - Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. Lipinski - Science and Technology); Amendments - Recorded Votes Pending (4): Halvorson/Shea-Porter Amendment; Kilroy Amendment; Kissell Amendment; Owens Amendment // Senate Amendments to H.J.Res. 45 - To Establish Statutory PAYGO Requirements and Permit Continued Financing of Government Operations (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 1022 - Honoring the life and sacrifice of Medgar Evers and congratulating the United States Navy for naming a supply ship after Medgar Evers (Rep. Johnson (GA) - Judiciary)// 2) H.Res. 960 - Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise awareness and encourage prevention of stalking (Rep. Poe - Judiciary) // 3) S. 2950 - To extend the pilot program for volunteer groups to obtain criminal history background checks (Sen. Schumer - Judiciary) // 4) H.R. 4532 - Social Security Disability Applicants' Access to Professional Representation Act of 2010 (Rep. Tanner - Ways and Means) // Special Orders   3 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (2 Bills): 1) H.R. 2843 - Architect of the Capitol Appointment Act of 2009 (Rep. Wasserman Schultz / House Administration) // 2) H.R. 4532 - Social Security Disability Applicants' Access to Professional Representation Act of 2010 (Rep. Tanner / Ways and Means) // H.R. 4061 - Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Lipinski / Science and Technology) The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Hastings (FL) / Rodriguez Amendment (10 minutes); Polis Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Matheson Amendment (10 minutes); Roskam Amendment (10 minutes); Edwards (MD) Amendment (10 minutes); Paulsen Amendment (10 minutes); Dahlkemper Amendment (10 minutes); Garamendi Amendment (10 minutes); McCarthy (NY) / Kratovil Amendment (10 minutes); Smith (WA) Amendment (10 minutes); Langevin Amendment (10 minutes); Loretta Sanchez Amendment (10 minutes); Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes); Shea-Porter Amendment (10 minutes); Clarke Amendment (10 minutes); Bright Amendment (10 minutes); Connolly Amendment (10 minutes); Halverson / Shea-Porter Amendment (10 minutes); Kilroy Amendment (10 minutes); Kissell Amendment (10 minutes); Kratovil Amendment (10 minutes); Nye Amendment (10 minutes); Owens (NY) Amendment (10 minutes); Henrich Amendment (10 minutes) // Special Orders   3 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   2 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minutes" // Suspensions (9 Bills): 1. H.R. 4495 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 North Taylor Lane in Patagonia, Arizona, as the "Jim Kolbe Post Office" (Rep. Giffords - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.Res. 957 - Honoring Jimmie Johnson, 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion (Rep. McHenry - Oversight and Government Reform) // 3. H.Res. 1014 - Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of North American Inclusion Month (Rep. Towns - Oversight and Government Reform) // 4. H.Res. 1043 - Recognizing Brescia University for 60 years of leadership in higher education. (Rep. Guthrie - Education and Labor) // 5. H.Res. 901 - Recognizing the 49th anniversary of the first day of integrated schools in New Orleans, Louisiana (Rep. Moore (WI) // - Education and Labor) // 6. H.Res. 1022 - Honoring the life and sacrifice of Medgar Evers and congratulating the United States Navy for naming a supply ship after Medgar Evers (Rep. Johnson (GA) - Judiciary) // 7. H.Res. 960 - Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise awareness and encourage prevention of stalking (Rep. Poe - Judiciary) // 8. S. 2950 - To extend the pilot program for volunteer groups to obtain criminal history background checks (Sen. Schumer - Judiciary) // 9. H.Res. 1044 - Commemorating the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, a Nazi concentration and extermination camp, honoring the victims of the Holocaust, and expressing commitment to strengthen the fight against bigotry and intolerance (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   2 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business, therafter proceeding to executive session resume post-cloture debate on the nomination of Patricia Smith to be Solicitor for the Department of Labor.   1 February 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a period of morning business for one hour, thereafter turning to executive session to debate the nomination of Patricia Smith to be Solicitor for the Department of Labor, voting on the motion to invoke cloture thereon at 5:30 p.m.   1 February 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   January 2010 29 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   29 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business with no roll call votes scheduled for the day.   28 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.J.Res. 45, Increasing the Statutory Limit on the Public Debt. At 10:30 a.m., the Senate proceeds to five roll call votes in relation to the following amendments: Brownback (Commission); Sessions-McCaskill (spending caps); Reid (paygo); Baucus for Reid (substitute); final passage of H.J.Res. 45. The Senate then proceeds to executive session to debate the motion to invoke cloture on the nomination of Ben Bernanke to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve.   28 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   27 January 2010 -  STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS: President Barack Obama delivers his first State of the Union address to a Joint Session of Congress.   27 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and proceed at 8:30 p.m. to the House chamber for the State of the Union address.   27 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business, recessing at 5:00 p.m until approximately 8:35 p.m. for a Joint Session with the Senate to recieve the State of the Union address from the President of the United States. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // H.R. 4474 - Idaho Wilderness Water Facilities Act (Rep. Minnick - Natural Resources) (Subject to a Rule) // H.R. 3726 - Castle Nugent National Historic Site Establishment Act of 2010 (Rep. Christensen - Natural Resources) (Subject to a Rule) // Suspensions (2 Bills): 1. H.R. __ - To provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (Rep. Velazquez - Small Business) // 2. H.Res. 1020 - Honoring the 95th anniversary of the signing of the Rocky Mountain National Park Act (Rep. Markey (CO) - Natural Resources) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1. H.Res. 1024 - Expressing support for designation of January as Poverty in America Awareness Month (Rep. McDermott - Ways and Means)   26 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minutes" // Suspensions (8 Bills): 1. H.Res. 583 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Lester Flatt has made an invaluable contribution to American art as both a songwriter and a performer, leaving an indelible legacy in bluegrass music (Rep. Davis (TN) - Education and Labor) // 2. H.Res. 990 - Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Mentoring Month" (Rep. McCollum - Education and Labor) // 3. H.Res. 1030 - Congratulating Messiah College men's and women's soccer teams on winning the 2009 NCAA Division III national championships (Rep. Platts - Education and Labor) // 4. H.Res. 1029 - Expressing support for designation of the week of February 1 through February 5, 2010, as "National School Counseling Week" (Rep. Linda Sanchez - Education and Labor) // 5. H.Res. 1011 - Recognizing the importance of cervical health and of detecting cervical cancer during its earliest stages and supporting the goals and ideals of Cervical Health Awareness Month (Rep. Halvorson - Energy and Commerce) // 6. H.Res. 1003 - Expressing support for the designation of January 10, 2010 through January 16, 2010, as National Influenza Vaccination Week (Rep. Chu - Energy and Commerce) // 7. H.Res. 1024 - Expressing support for designation of January as Poverty in America Awareness Month (Rep. McDermott - Ways and Means) // 8. S. 2949 - Emergency Aid to American Survivors of the Haiti Earthquake Act (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means/Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   26 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.J.Res. 45, Increasing the Statutory Limit on the Public Debt. At 11:30 a.m., the Senate proceeds to two roll call votes on the Baucus amendment(Social Security) and the Conrad/Gregg amendment (Fiscal Task Force).   25 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.J.Res. 45, Increasing the Statutory Limit on the Public Debt. At 5:30 p.m., the Senate will turn to Executive Session to consider the nomination of Rosana Peterson to be a U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Washington, voting on confirmation at 6:00 p.m.   25 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   22 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   22 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.J.Res. 45, Increasing the Statutory Limit on the Public Debt. There are no roll call votes.   21 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 3254 - Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Act (Rep. Lujan - Natural Resources) // H.R. 3342 - Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act (Rep. Lujan - Natural Resources) // H.R. 1065 - White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2009 (Rep. Kirkpatrick - Natural Resources) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1. H.R. 3250 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1210 West Main Street in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Post Office Building" (Rep. Bishop (NY) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.Con.Res. 158 - Expressing support for the designation of an Early Detection Month for breast cancer and all forms of cancer (Rep. Etheridge - Oversight and Government Reform) // 3. H.Res. 1021 - Expressing Condolences to and Solidarity with the People of Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating Earthquake of January 12th, 2010 (Rep. Lee (CA) - Foreign Affairs) // 4. Senate Amendments to H.R. 730 - Nuclear Forensics and Attribution Act (Rep. Schiff - Homeland Security) // Special Orders   21 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.J.Res. 45, Increasing the Statutory Limit on the Public Debt, with three pending amendments: Baucus (for Reid) amendment in the nature of a substitute; Baucus amendment (Social Security); Thune amendment (terminating authority under the Troubled Asset Relief Program). Role call votes are expected to occur throughout the day.   20 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // H.Res. 1017 - Rule providing for consideration of the bills: (H.R. 3254 ) - Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Act, (H.R. 3342 ) - Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act, and (H.R. 1065 ) - White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2009 (Rep. Slaughter - Rules) // Suspensions (11 Bills): 1. H.R. 3250 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1210 West Main Street in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn Post Office Building" (Rep. Bishop (NY) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.Con.Res. 158 - Expressing support for the designation of an Early Detection Month for breast cancer and all forms of cancer (Rep. Etheridge - Oversight and Government Reform) // 3. H.Res. 708 - Congratulating Nancy Goodman Brinker for receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom (Rep. Schock - Oversight and Government Reform) // 4. H.R. 4095 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9727 Antioch Road in Overland Park, Kansas, as the "Congresswoman Jan Meyers Post Office Building" (Rep. Moore (KS) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 5. H.R. 4462 - To accelerate the income tax benefits for charitable cash contributions for the relief of victims of the earthquake in Haiti (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means) // 6. H.Res. 1021 - Expressing Condolences to and Solidarity with the People of Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating Earthquake of January 12th, 2010 (Rep. Lee (CA) - Foreign Affairs) // 7. H.Res. 1013 - Condemning the violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and gross human rights abuses in the Republic of Guinea (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Foreign Affairs) // 8. H.Res. 1010 - Celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 30th anniversary of the Stevie Wonder song tribute to Dr. King, "Happy Birthday" (Rep. Conyers - Judiciary) // 9. H.Res. 1009 - Honoring the seven Americans killed in Khost, Afghanistan, on December 30, 2009, for their service to the United States (Rep. Reyes - Intelligence) // 10. H.R. 2611 - To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the Securing the Cities Initiative of the Department of Homeland Security (Rep. King (NY) - Homeland Security) // 11. Senate Amendments to H.R. 730 - Nuclear Forensics and Attribution Act (Rep. Schiff - Homeland Security) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1. H.R. 3726 - Castle Nugent National Historic Site Establishment Act of 2009 (Rep. Christensen - Natural Resources) // 2. H.R. 3538 - Idaho Wilderness Water Resources Protection Act (Rep. Simpson - Natural Resources) // Special Orders   20 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter proceeding to Executive Session to consider the nomination of Beverly Martin to be a U.S. Circuit Judge for the 11th Circuit. The Finance Committee will be discharged of H.J.Res. 45, increasing the statutory limit on the public debt, and the Senate will proceed to the measure, including the following amendments: Thune (TARP); Murkowski (Endangerment EPA regulations); Coburn (Rescissions package); Sessions (spending caps); McConnell (relevant to any amendment on the list); Reid (relevant to any amendment on the list); Reid (paygo); up to 3 Baucus amendments (relevant to any amendment on the list); Conrad and Gregg (fiscal task force), each of which is subject to a 60 vote threshold.   19 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) H.R. 3726 - Castle Nugent National Historic Site Establishment Act of 2009 (Rep. Christensen - Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 3759 - BLM Contract Extension Act (Rep. DeFazio - Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 725 - Indian Arts and Crafts Amendments Act of 2009 (Rep. Pastor - Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 3538 - Idaho Wilderness Water Resources Protection Act (Rep. Simpson - Natural Resources) // 5) H.Res. 1007 - Commending the University of Alabama for winning the Bowl Championship Series National Championship Game (Rep. Bachus - Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 1004 - Congratulating the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for its 150 years of commitment to advancing science and improving health (Rep. Davis (IL) - Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 776 - Congratulating the Dartmouth Outing Club of Hanover, New Hampshire, for 100 years of service to the United States and its wilderness (Rep. Hodes - Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. 1008 - Honoring the contributions of Catholic schools (Rep. Lipinski - Education and Labor) // 9) H.Res. __ - Congratulating the Penn State women's volleyball team on winning the 2009 NCAA Division I national championship (Rep. Thompson (PA) - Education and Labor) // 10) H.Res. 991 - Commending the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship (Rep. Perriello - Education and Labor) // Special Orders   19 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate meets in a pro forma session.   18 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.   15 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   15 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is in recess.   14 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   13 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Disposing of the President's Veto of H.J.Res. 64 - Making Further Continuing Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2010 (Rep. Obey / Appropriations) // Suspensions (11 Bills): 1) H.Res. 981 - Supporting continued political and economic development in Ukraine (Rep. Berman / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 969 - Congratulating Mark Ingram on winning the 2009 Heisman Trophy (Rep. Kildee / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 862 - Congratulating the staff, students, and faculty at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (Rep. Foster / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 1001 - Congratulating North Central College (Rep. Biggert / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 1002 - Honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and encouraging the continued commitment to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a national day of service (Rep. Platts / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 860 - Supporting the initiatives of Chicago Wilderness and the Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights (Rep. Quigley / Education and Labor) // 7) H.R. 3892 - The "E.V. Wilkins Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Butterfield / Oversight and Government Reform) // 8) H.R. 4139 - The "Sergeant Matthew L. Ingram Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Harper / Oversight and Government Reform) // 9) S. 692 - To provide that claims of the United States to certain documents relating to Franklin Delano Roosevelt shall be treated as waived and relinquished in certain circumstances (Sen. Schumer / Oversight and Government Reform) // 10) H.R. 2646 - Government Accountability Office Improvement Act (Rep. Towns / Oversight and Government Reform) // 11) H.R. 3237 - To enact certain laws relating to national and commercial space programs as title 51, United States Code, "National and Commercial Space Programs" (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // Special Orders   13 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is in recess.   12 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House conducts pro forma business and recesses immediately until 6:30 p.m. for a Quorum Call - establishing a quorum in the House of Representatives for the Second Session of the 111th Congress.   12 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is in recess.   11 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   8 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   7 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   6 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   5 January 2010 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes a pro forma session.   5 January 2010 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session to convene the second session of the 111th Congress.   4 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress has adjourned sine die.   1 January 2010 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is not in session. Happy New Years!   December 2009 31 December 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress has adjourned sine die.   30 December 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress has adjourned sine die.   29 December 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress has adjourned sine die.   28 December 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress has adjourned sine die.   25 December 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is not in session. Merry Christmas!   24 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to vote on final passage of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform, and H.R.4314, regarding the debt ceiling.   24 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   23 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: Pursuant to H.Res.976, the House meets in a pro forma session.   23 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   22 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   22 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   21 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform. The Senate will VOTE on the Reed Manager's Amendment at 1:00 AM. The Senate recessed at 1:32 AM to reconvene at 12:00 noon today.   21 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   20 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform, debating in alternating blocks until 11:30 p.m., when the Senate will recess until 12:01 a.m. to debate the motion to invoke cloture on H.R.3590 until voting on it at 1:00 a.m.   19 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   19 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convened to vote at 7:30 a.m. on passage of H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill, thereafter taking up the Reid Manager's Amendment to H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   18 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: At 12:01 a.m. the Senate convened to resume consideration of the House message to accompany H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill, voting to invoke cloture at 1:00 a.m. The Senate recessed at 1:47 AM to reconvene at 11:00 a.m. today.   18 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   17 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of the House message to accompany H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill.   17 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   16 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   16 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // H.Res. 973 - Same Day Consideration Rule - Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules (Rep. Slaughter - Rules) // Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment with a House Amendment to H.R. 3326 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Murtha - Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) // H.J.Res. __ - Making further continuing appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2010, and for other purposes (Rep. Obey - Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) // H.R. __ - To Permit Continued Financing of Government Operations (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means) (Subject to a Rule) // H.R. __ - Jobs for Main Street Act (Rep. Obey - Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (6 Bills): 1. H.Con.Res. 160 - Honoring the American Kennel Club on its 125th anniversary (Rep. Price (NC) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.R. 1110 - PHONE Act of 2009 (Rep. Scott (VA) - Judiciary) // 3. H.Res. 905 - Recognizing the 70th anniversary of the retirement of Justice Louis D. Brandeis from the United States Supreme Court (Rep. Yarmuth - Judiciary) // 4. H.R. 4194 - Law Student Clinic Participation Act of 2009 (Rep. Lungren - Judiciary) // 5. H.R. 1147 - Local Community Radio Act of 2009 (Rep. Doyle - Energy and Commerce) // 6. H.R. 3714 - Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 (Rep. Schiff - Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   15 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   15 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:00 a.m. for morning hour and 10:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (13 Bills): 1) H.R. 1517 - To allow certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees who serve under an overseas limited appointment for at least 2 years, and whose service is rated fully successful or higher throughout that time, to be converted to a permanent appointment in the competitive service (Rep. Engel / Homeland Security) // 2) H.R. 3978 - First Responder Anti-Terrorism Training Resources Act (Rep. Rogers (AL) / Homeland Security) // 3) H.Res. 894 - Honoring the 50th anniversary of the recording of the album "Kind of Blue" and reaffirming jazz as a national treasure (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // 4) S. 1472 - Establishing a section within the Criminal Division of the Department of Justice to enforce human rights laws, to make technical and conforming amendments to criminal and immigration laws pertaining to human rights violations (Sen. Durbin / Judiciary) // 5) H.Res. 150 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that A. Philip Randolph should be recognized for his lifelong leadership and work to end discrimination and secure equal employment and labor opportunities for all Americans (Rep. Rangel / Judiciary) // 6) H.R. 1110 - PHONE Act of 2009 (Rep. Scott (VA) / Judiciary) // 7) H.Res. 905 - Recognizing the 70th anniversary of the retirement of Justice Louis D. Brandeis from the United States Supreme Court (Rep. Yarmuth / Judiciary) // 8) H.R. 4194 - Law Student Clinic Participation Act of 2009 (Rep. Lungren / Judiciary) // 9) H.R. 1147 - Local Community Radio Act of 2009 (Rep. Doyle / Energy and Commerce) // 10) H.R. 1084 - Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act (Rep. Eshoo / Energy and Commerce) // 11) H.Res. __ - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding guidelines for breast cancer screening for women ages 40 to 49 (Rep. Wasserman Schultz / Energy and Commerce) // 12) H.R. 3714 - Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 (Rep. Schiff / Foreign Affairs) // 13) H.R. 2194 - Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act of 2009 (Rep. Berman / Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.Con.Res. 160 - Honoring the American Kennel Club on its 125th anniversary (Rep. Price (NC) / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   14 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business.   14 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 a.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. “One minutes” // Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) S. 303 - Reauthorizing and improving the Federal Financial Assistance Management Improvement Act of 1999 (Sen. Voinovich / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 779 - Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month (Rep. Biggert / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 942 - Commending the Real Salt Lake soccer club for winning the 2009 Major League Soccer Cup (Rep. Matheson / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Con.Res. 160 - Honoring the American Kennel Club on its 125th anniversary (Rep. Price (NC) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.R. 4284 - Andean Trade Preference Extension Act (Rep. Rangel / Ways and Means) // Special Orders   13 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3288, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010.   12 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3288, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010.   11 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   11 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 4173 - Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Frank - Financial Services) // Amendments - Recorded Votes Pending (2): Kanjorski / Frank / Sarbanes / Cohen Amendment; McCarthy (CA) Amendment; Amendments - Pending Consideration (13): Cohen / Frank Amendment; Peters Amendment; Watt Amendment; Frank / Kanjorski Amendment; Conyers / Turner / Lofgren / Marshall / Waters / Cohen / Miller (NC) / Delahunt / Nadler / Fudge Amendment; Garrett Amendment; Wittman Amendment; Minnick Amendment; Bartlett Amendment; Schakowsky / Titus Amendment; Kilroy Amendment; Minnick / Schock / Shuler / Castle / Childers / Campbell / Markey (CO) / Reichert / Teague / Bright / Boren / Griffith Amendment; Bachus Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute // Special Orders   10 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // Conference Report on H.R. 3288 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Obey - Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) // H.Res. 962 - Same Day Consideration Rule - Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules (Rep. Slaughter - Rules) // Continue Consideration of H.R. 4173 - Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Frank - Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1. H.R. 4017 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 43 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, as the "Ann Marie Blute Post Office" (Rep. McGovern - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.Res. 35 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should provide increased Federal funding for continued type 1 diabetes research (Rep. Gene Green - Energy and Commerce) // 3. H.Res. 55 - Expressing support for the designation of a National Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month to raise awareness of and promote research into this challenging disorder (Rep. Royce - Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   10 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   9 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 4213 - Tax Extenders of 2009 (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Rangel / Ways and Means) // Begin Consideration of H.R. 4173 - Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Frank - Financial Services) (Subject to a Rule - 3 hours of general debate)// Postponed Suspensions Votes (6 Bills): 1) H.R. 3951 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2000 Louisiana Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana, as the "Roy Rondeno, Sr. Post Office Building" (Rep. Cao / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 4017 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 43 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, as the "Ann Marie Blute Post Office" (Rep. McGovern / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 35 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should provide increased Federal funding for continued type 1 diabetes research (Rep. Gene Green / Energy and Commerce) // 4) H.Res. 55 - Expressing support for the designation of a National Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month to raise awareness of and promote research into this challenging disorder (Rep. Royce / Energy and Commerce) // 5) H.R. 3603 - To rename the Ocmulgee National Monument (Rep. Marshall / Natural Resources) // 6) H.R. 86 - To eliminate an unused lighthouse reservation along the coast of Orange County, California (Rep. Campbell / Natural Resources) // Special Orders   9 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   8 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   8 December 2009 -  HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE: Hearing on the assessment of the results in Afghanistan. Gen. Stanley McChrystal, Commander, International Security Assistance Force and U.S. Forces Afghanistan; Karl Eikenberry, Ambassador to Afghanistan   8 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:00 a.m. for morning hour debate and 10:00 p.m. for legislative business. "One Minutes" // Motion to Go to Conference on H.R. 3288 - Department of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Olver - Appropriations) Motion to Instruct Conferees. // Suspensions (18 Bills): 1. H.R. 2278 - To direct the President to transmit to Congress a report on anti-American incitement to violence in the Middle East (Rep. Bilirakis - Foreign Affairs) // 2. H.R. 2134 - Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission Act of 2009 (Rep. Engel - Foreign Affairs) // 3. H.Res. 915 - Encouraging the Republic of Hungary to respect the rule of law, treat foreign investors fairly, and promote a free and independent press (Rep. Donnelly - Foreign Affairs) // 4. H.Con.Res. 213 - Expressing the sense of Congress for and solidarity with the people of El Salvador as they persevere through the aftermath of torrential rains which caused devastating flooding and deadly mudslides (Rep. Mack - Foreign Affairs) // 5. H.Con.Res. __ - Expressing sympathy for the 57 civilians who were killed in the southern Philippines on November 23, 2009 (Rep. Berman - Foreign Affairs) // 6. H.R. 3951 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2000 Louisiana Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana, as the "Roy Rondeno, Sr. Post Office Building" (Rep. Cao - Oversight and Government Reform) // 7. H.R. 4017 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 43 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, as the "Ann Marie Blute Post Office" (Rep. McGovern - Oversight and Government Reform) // 8. H.R. 2711 - FBI Families of Fallen Heroes Act (Rep. Rogers (MI) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 9. H.Res. 907 - Recognizing the Grand Concourse on its 100th anniversary as the preeminent thoroughfare in the borough of the Bronx and an important nexus of commerce and culture for the City of New York (Rep. Serrano - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 10. H.R. 4165 - To extend through December 31, 2010, the authority of the Secretary of the Army to accept and expend funds contributed by non-Federal public entities to expedite the processing of permits (Rep. Larsen - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 11. H.R. 1854 - To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to modify an environmental infrastructure project for Big Bear Lake, California (Rep. Lewis (CA) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 12. H.R. 3224 - To authorize the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution to plan, design, and construct a vehicle maintenance building at the vehicle maintenance branch of the Smithsonian Institution located in Suitland, Maryland (Rep. Becerra - House Administration) // 13. H.Res. 35 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should provide increased Federal funding for continued type 1 diabetes research (Rep. Gene Green - Energy and Commerce) // 14. H.Res. 55 - Expressing support for the designation of a National Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month to raise awareness of and promote research into this challenging disorder (Rep. Royce - Energy and Commerce) // 15. H.R. 2221 - Data Accountability and Trust Act (Rep. Rush - Energy and Commerce) // 16. H.R. 1319 - Informed P2P User Act (Rep. Bono Mack - Energy and Commerce) // 17. H.R. __ - Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means) // 18. H.R. __ - To amend titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act to prohibit retroactive payments to individuals during periods for which such individuals are prisoners, fugitive felons, or probation or parole violators (Rep. Tanner - Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Votes (6 Bills): 1. H.Con.Res. 199 - Recognizing the 10th Anniversary of the activation of Echo Company of the 100th Battalion of the 442d Infantry, and the sacrifice of the soldiers and families in support of the United States (Rep. Sablan - Armed Services) // 2. H.Con.Res. 206 - Commending the soldiers and civilian personnel stationed at Fort Gordon and their families for their service and dedication to the United States and recognizing the contributions of Fort Gordon to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom and its role as a pivotal communications training installation (Rep. Broun - Armed Services) // 3. H.Res. 940 - Recognizing and honoring the National Guard on the occasion of its 373rd anniversary (Rep. Latta - Armed Services) // 4. H.Res. 845 - Recognizing the United States Air Force and Dyess Air Force Base for their success in achieving energy savings and developing energy-saving innovations during Energy Awareness Month (Rep. Neugebauer - Armed Services) // 5. H.R. 3603 - To rename the Ocmulgee National Monument (Rep. Marshall - Natural Resources) // 6. H.R. 86 - To eliminate an unused lighthouse reservation, provide management consistency by bringing the rocks and small islands along the coast of Orange County, California, and meet the original Congressional intent of preserving Orange County's rocks and small islands (Rep. Campbell - Natural Resources) // Special Orders   7 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (13 Bills): 1. H.Con.Res. 199 - Recognizing the 10th Anniversary of the activation of Echo Company of the 100th Battalion of the 442d Infantry, and the sacrifice of the soldiers and families in support of the United States (Rep. Sablan - Armed Services) // 2. H.Con.Res. 206 - Commending the soldiers and civilian personnel stationed at Fort Gordon and their families for their service and dedication to the United States and recognizing the contributions of Fort Gordon to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom and its role as a pivotal communications training installation (Rep. Broun - Armed Services) // 3. H.Res. 940 - Recognizing and honoring the National Guard on the occasion of its 373rd anniversary (Rep. Latta - Armed Services) // 4. H.Res. 845 - Recognizing the United States Air Force and Dyess Air Force Base for their success in achieving energy savings and developing energy-saving innovations during Energy Awareness Month (Rep. Neugebauer - Armed Services) // 5. H.R. 1672 - Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Rep. Larsen - Natural Resources) // 6. H.R. 2062 - Migratory Bird Treaty Act Penalty and Enforcement Act of 2009 (Rep. DeFazio - Natural Resources) // 7. H.R. 3940 - To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to extend grants and other assistance to facilitate a political status public education program for the people of Guam (Rep. Bordallo - Natural Resources) // 8. H.R. 3603 - To rename the Ocmulgee National Monument (Rep. Marshall - Natural Resources) // 9. H.R. 86 - To eliminate an unused lighthouse reservation, provide management consistency by bringing the rocks and small islands along the coast of Orange County, California, and meet the original Congressional intent of preserving Orange County's rocks and small islands (Rep. Campbell - Natural Resources) // 10. H.R. 118 - To authorize the addition of 100 acres to Morristown National Historical Park (Rep. Frelinghuysen - Natural Resources) // 11. H.R. 3388 - Petersburg National Battlefield Boundary Modification Act (Rep. Forbes - Natural Resources) // 12. H.R. 3804 - National Park Service Authorities and Corrections Act of 2009 (Rep. Tonko - Natural Resources) // 13. H.R. 1454 - Multinational Species Conservation Funds Semipostal Stamp Act of 2009 (Rep. Brown (SC) - Natural Resources) // Special Orders   7 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   6 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   5 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   4 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   4 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   3 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.R. 4154 - Permanent Estate Tax Relief for Families, Farmers, and Small Businesses Act of 2009 (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Pomeroy / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Votes): 1) H.Res. 28 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Transportation Security Administration should, in accordance with the congressional mandate provided for in the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, enhance security against terrorist attack and other security threats to our Nation's rail and mass transit lines (Sponsored by Rep. Jackson-Lee / Homeland Security) // 2) H.R. 3570 - Satellite Home Viewer Update and Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // Special Orders   3 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   2 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (15 Bills): 1. H.Res. 494 - Recognizing the exemplary service of the soldiers of the 30th Infantry Division (Old Hickory) of the United States Army during World War II (Rep. Kissell – Armed Services) // 2. H.Con.Res. 129 - Congratulating the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 1,000 Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols (Rep. Dicks – Armed Services) // 3. H.Res. 861 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Military Family Month (Rep. Rooney – Armed Services) // 4. S. 1422 - To amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 to clarify the eligibility requirements with respect to airline flight crews (Sen. Murray - Education and Labor) // 5. H.Res. 897 - Recognizing the importance of teaching elementary and secondary school students about the sacrifices that veterans have made throughout the history of the Nation (Rep. Guthrie - Education and Labor) // 6. H.R. 2873 - Enhanced S.E.C. Enforcement Authority Act (Rep. Campbell - Financial Services) // 7. H.R. 320 - CJ's Home Protection Act of 2009 (Rep. Ellsworth - Financial Services) // 8. H.Con.Res. 197 - Encouraging banks and mortgage servicers to work with families affected by contaminated drywall to allow temporary forbearance without penalty on payments on their home mortgages (Rep. Nye - Financial Services) // 9. H.R. 1242 - To amend the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to provide for additional monitoring and accountability of the Troubled Assets Relief Program (Rep. Maloney - Financial Services) // 10. H.R. 3980 - Redundancy Elimination and Enhanced Performance for Preparedness Grants Act (Rep. Cuellar - Homeland Security) // 11. H.Res. 28 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Transportation Security Administration should, in accordance with the congressional mandate provided for in the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, enhance security against terrorist attack and other security threats to our Nation's rail and mass transit lines (Rep. Jackson-Lee - Homeland Security) // 12. H.R. 3963 - Criminal Investigative Training Restoration Act (Rep. Lungren – Homeland Security) // 13. H.Res. 939 - Extending condolences to the families of Sergeant Mark Renninger, Officer Tina Griswold, Officer Ronald Owens, and Officer Greg Richards (Rep. Smith (WA) - Judiciary) // 14. H.R. 3570 - Satellite Home Viewer Update and Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Rep. Conyers - Judiciary) // 15. H.R. 515 - Radioactive Import Deterrence Act (Rep. Gordon – Energy and Commerce) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1. H.R. 3634 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 109 Main Street in Swifton, Arkansas, as the "George Kell Post Office" (Rep. Berry - Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   2 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   1 December 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. "One minutes" // Suspensions (7 Bills): 1. H.Res. 742 - Congratulating the Warner Robins Little League on winning the 2009 Little League Softball World Series (Rep. Marshall / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.R. 3634 - The "George Kell Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Berry / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3. H.R. 3667 - The "Clyde L. Hillhouse Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Crenshaw / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4. H.Res. 727 - Expressing support for greater awareness of ovarian cancer (Rep. Israel / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5. H.Res. 743 - Honoring the life of Frank McCourt for his many contributions to American literature, education, and culture (Rep. Murphy (CT) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6. H.R. 3029 - To establish a research, development, and technology demonstration program to improve the efficiency of gas turbines (Rep. Tonko / Science and Technology) // 7. H.R. 3598 - Energy and Water Research Integration Act (Rep. Gordon / Science and Technology) // Special Orders   1 December 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   November 2009 30 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   30 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House remains in recess for Thanksgiving break.   27 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for Thanksgiving break.   26 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for Thanksgiving break.   25 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for Thanksgiving break.   24 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for Thanksgiving break.   23 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for Thanksgiving break.   21 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   20 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R.3590, regarding health care reform.   20 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   19 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.R. 2781 - To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Molalla River in Oregon, as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Schrader / Natural Resources) // H.R. 3961 - Medicare Physician Payment Reform Act of 2009 (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Dingell / Energy and Commerce) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1) S. 1599 - A bill to amend title 36, United States Code, to include in the Federal charter of the Reserve Officers Association leadership positions newly added in its constitution and bylaws (Sen. Leahy / Judiciary) // 2) H.R. 1834 - Native American Business Development Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. Kirkpatrick / Small Business) // 3) H.Con.Res. 212 - Expressing the sense of Congress on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of historic events in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia, and reaffirming the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and the Slovak and Czech Republics (Rep. Mica / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   19 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business, thereafter beginning consideration of S.1963, the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services bill.   18 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (7 Bills): 1. H.R. 1839 - To amend the Small Business Act to improve SCORE (Rep. Buchanan - Small Business) // 2. H.R. 1834 - Native American Business Development Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. Kirkpatrick - Small Business) // 3. H.R. 1842 - Expanding Entrepreneurship Act of 2009 (Rep. Luetkemeyer - Small Business) // 4. H.R. 3738 - Small Business Early-Stage Investment Act of 2009 (Rep. Nye - Small Business) // 5. H.R. 3014 - Small Business Health Information Technology Financing Act (Rep. Dahlkemper - Small Business) // 6. H.Res. 890 - Welcoming the Prime Minister of the Republic of India, His Excellency Dr. Manmohan Singh, to the United States (Rep. McDermott - Foreign Affairs) // 7. H.Con.Res. 212 - Expressing the sense of Congress on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of historic events in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia, and reaffirming the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and the Slovak and Czech Republics (Rep. Mica - Foreign Affairs) // H.R. 3791 - Fire Grants Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Subject to a Rule) (Rep. Mitchell – Science and Technology) The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Titus Amendment (10 minutes); Perlmutter Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Holden Amendment (10 minutes); Cardoza Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1. S. 1599 - A bill to amend title 36, United States Code, to include in the Federal charter of the Reserve Officers Association leadership positions newly added in its constitution and bylaws (Sen. Leahy - Judiciary) // Special Orders   18 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, proceed to executive session and resume consideration of the nomination of David Hamilton, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Seventh Circuit.   17 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. "One minutes" // Suspensions (7 Bills): 1. H.R. 3618 - Clean Hull Act of 2009 (Rep. Oberstar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 2. H.Res. 841 - Expressing support for designation of November 29, 2009, as "Drive Safer Sunday" (Rep. Gerlach - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 3. H.R. 3360 - Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009 (Rep. Matsui - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 4. H.Res. 891 - Expressing the gratitude of the House of Representatives for the service to our Nation of the Coast Guard and Marine Corps aircraft pilots and crewmembers lost off the coast of California on October 29, 2009 (Rep. Loretta Sanchez - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 5. H.R. 3305 - To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 224 South Boulder Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as the "H. Dale Cook Federal Building and United States Courthouse" (Rep. Sullivan - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6. S. 1599 - A bill to amend title 36, United States Code, to include in the Federal charter of the Reserve Officers Association leadership positions newly added in its constitution and bylaws (Sen. Leahy - Judiciary) // 7. H.Res. 851 - Recognizing and honoring the 40th anniversary of SEARCH, The National Consortium for Justice Information and Statistics, headquartered in Sacramento, California (Rep. Matsui - Judiciary) // Possible Consideration of a Motion to Go To Conference on H.R. 2847 – Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Mollohan – Appropriations) Motion to Instruct Conferees // Special Orders   17 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3082, the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriation bill.   16 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business, thereafter resuming consideration of H.R.3082, the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill.   16 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) H.R. 3767 - The "W. Hazen Hillyard Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Bishop (UT) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) S. 1825 - A bill to extend the authority for relocation expenses test programs for Federal employees (Sen. Lieberman / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.R. 3539 - The "Patricia D. McGinty-Juhl Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Sires / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.R. 1506 - To provide that claims of the United States to certain documents relating to Franklin Delano Roosevelt shall be treated as waived and relinquished in certain circumstances (Rep. Slaughter / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) S. 1314 - The "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Post Office" Designation Act (Sen. Wyden / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.R. 1242 - To amend the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to provide for additional monitoring and accountability of the Troubled Assets Relief Program (Rep. Maloney / Financial Services) // Special Orders   13 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   12 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess.   11 November 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The Congress is in recess for Veterans Day.   10 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and observe a moment of silence in honor of the victims of the attack at Fort Hood, Texas. Following the moment of silence, the Senate will proceed to a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3082, the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill.   10 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   9 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter resuming consideration of H.R.3082, the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill.   9 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   7 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one minutes" per side // H.R. 3962 - Affordable Health Care for America Act (Structured Rule) (Rep. Dingell / Energy and Commerce) // The rule provides for four hours of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Stupak / Ellsworth / Pitts / Smith (NJ) / Kaptur / Dahlkemper Amendment (20 minutes); Boehner Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (60 minutes); Postponed Suspension Votes (9 Votes): 1) H.R. 3737 - Small Business Microlending Expansion Act of 2009 (Rep. Ellsworth / Small Business) // 2) H.R. 1838 - To amend the Small Business Act to modify certain provisions relating to women's business centers (Rep. Fallin / Small Business) // 3) H.R. 1845 - Small Business Development Centers Modernization Act of 2009 (Rep. Schock / Small Business) // 4) H.Res. 700 - Expressing support for designation of the week beginning on November 9, 2009, as National School Psychology Week (Rep. Loebsack / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 877 - Expressing support for Chinese human rights activists Huang Qi and Tan Zuoren for engaging in peaceful expression as they seek answers and justice for the parents whose children were killed in the Sichuan earthquake of May 12, 2008 (Rep. Wu / Foreign Affairs) // 6) H.Res. 892 - Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the remarkable events leading to the end of the Cold War and the creation of a Europe, whole, free, and at peace (Rep. Berman / Foreign Affairs) // 7) H.Res. 833 - Honoring the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the 10th anniversary of the accession to the throne of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein (Rep. Schiff / Foreign Affairs) // 8) H.Res. 209 - Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the seizure of the U.S. hostages in Iran (Rep. Fortenberry / Foreign Affairs) // 9) H.Res. 895 - Honoring the lives of the brave soldiers of the United States Army who lost their lives in the tragic attack of November 5, 2009, at Fort Hood, Texas (Rep. Carter / Armed Services) // Special Orders   6 November 2009 -  HOUSE RULES COMMITTEE: The Committee convenes to determine the structure of debate on H.R. 3962 - Affordable Health Care for America Act.   6 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of H.R.3082, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2010.   6 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (12 Bills): 1) H.Res. 893 - Congratulating the 2009 Major League Baseball World Series Champions, the New York Yankees (Rep. Serrano / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 3737 - Small Business Microlending Expansion Act of 2009 (Rep. Ellsworth / Small Business) // 3) H.R. 1838 - To amend the Small Business Act to modify certain provisions relating to women's business centers (Rep. Fallin / Small Business) // 4) H.R. 3743 - Small Business Disaster Readiness and Reform Act of 2009 (Rep. Griffith / Small Business) // 5) H.R. 1845 - Small Business Development Centers Modernization Act of 2009 (Rep. Schock / Small Business) // 6) H.Res. __ - Providing for the passage of the bills (H.R. 1299) - Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2009 as amended – and (S.1023) The Travel Promotion Act of 2009 (Rep. Brady/Sen. Dorgan / House Administration/ Energy and Commerce) // 7) H.Res. 700 - Expressing support for designation of the week beginning on November 9, 2009, as National School Psychology Week (Rep. Loebsack / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. 877 - Expressing support for Chinese human rights activists Huang Qi and Tan Zuoren for engaging in peaceful expression as they seek answers and justice for the parents whose children were killed in the Sichuan earthquake of May 12, 2008 (Rep. Wu / Foreign Affairs) // 9) H.Res. 892 - Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the remarkable events leading to the end of the Cold War and the creation of a Europe, whole, free, and at peace (Rep. Berman / Foreign Affairs) // 10) H.Res. 833 - Honoring the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the 10th anniversary of the accession to the throne of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein (Rep. Schiff / Foreign Affairs) // 11) H.Res. __ - Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the seizure of the U.S. hostages in Iran (Rep. Fortenberry / Foreign Affairs) // 12) H.Res. __ - Honoring the lives of the brave soldiers of the United States Army who lost their lives in the tragic attack of November 5, 2009, at Fort Hood, Texas (Rep. Carter / Armed Services) // Complete Consideration of H.R. 2868 - Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Thompson (MS) / Homeland Security) // The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Thompson (MS) Amendment (10 minutes); Barton Amendment (10 minutes); Hastings (FL) Amendment (10 minutes); Dent / Olson Amendment (10 minutes); Dent Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Schrader / Kissell Amendment (10 minutes); McCaul Amendment (10 minutes); Halverson Amendment (10 minutes); Foster / Lujan Amendment (10 minutes); Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Votes): 1) H.R. 3788 - The "Corporal Joseph A. Tomci Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. LaTourette / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) S. 1211 - The "Jack F. Kemp Post Office Building” Designation Act (Sen. Schumer / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   5 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 2868 - Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Thompson (MS) / Homeland Security) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Thompson (MS) Amendment (10 minutes); Barton Amendment (10 minutes); Hastings (FL) Amendment (10 minutes); Dent / Olson Amendment (10 minutes); Dent Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment (10 minutes); Schrader / Kissell Amendment (10 minutes); McCaul Amendment (10 minutes); Halvorson (10 minutes); Foster / Lujan Amendment (10 minutes); Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) Senate Amendments to H.R. 3548 - Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2009 (Rep. McDermott / Ways and Means) // 2) H.R. 1849 - World War I Memorial and Centennial Act of 2009 (Rep. Cleaver / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) S. 748 - To redesignate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2777 Logan Avenue in San Diego, California, as the "Cesar E. Chavez Post Office" (Sen. Boxer / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.R. 3788 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3900 Darrow Road in Stow, Ohio, as the "Corporal Joseph A. Tomci Post Office Building" (Rep. LaTourette / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) S. 1211 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 60 School Street, Orchard Park, New York, as the "Jack F. Kemp Post Office Building" (Sen. Schumer / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.R. 3276 - American Medical Isotopes Production Act of 2009 (Rep. Markey (MA) / Energy and Commerce) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Votes): 1) H.Res. 868 - Honoring and recognizing the service and achievements of current and former female members of the Armed Forces (Rep. Davis (CA) / Armed Services) // 2) H.Con.Res. 139 - Congratulating the first graduating class of the United States Air Force Academy on their 50th graduation anniversary and recognizing their contributions to the Nation (Rep. Lamborn / Armed Services) // 3) H.Res. 880 - Recognizing the efforts of career and technical colleges to educate and train workers for positions in high-demand industries (Rep. Cassidy / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 878 - Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Family Literacy Day (Rep. Platts / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   5 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2847, the Commerce-Justice-Science Appropriations bill.   4 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" // H.R. 3639 - Expedited CARD Reform for Consumers Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Maloney / Financial Services) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Hensarling Amendment (10 minutes); McCarthy (NY) / Markey (CO) Amendment (10 minutes); Maffei Amendment (10 minutes); Sutton Amendment (10 minutes); Stupak Amendment (10 minutes) // Suspensions (6 Bills): 1) H.Res. 868 - Honoring and recognizing the service and achievements of current and former female members of the Armed Forces (Rep. Davis (CA) / Armed Services) // 2) H.Con.Res. 139 - Congratulating the first graduating class of the United States Air Force Academy on their 50th graduation anniversary and recognizing their contributions to the Nation (Rep. Lamborn / Armed Services) // 3) H.Res. 856 - Recognizing the Commissioning of the USS New York LPD 21 (Rep. Nadler / Armed Services) // 4) H.Res. 880 - Recognizing the efforts of career and technical colleges (Rep. Cassidy / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 752 - Recognizing the tragic loss of life that occurred at the Cherry Mine in Cherry, Illinois (Rep. Halvorson / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 878 - Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Family Literacy Day (Rep. Platts / Education and Labor) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Votes): 1) H.Res. 858 - Congratulating the Inter-American Foundation (Rep. Engel / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 839 - Condemning the illegal extraction of Madagascar's natural resources (Rep. Blumenauer / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 863 - Recognizing November 2 as World Pneumonia Day (Rep. Shea-Porter / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 641 - Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   4 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin two hours of morning business. Thereafter, it resumes consideration of H.R. 3548, the Unemployment Benefits Extention Act of 2009.   3 November 2009 -  HOUSE ENERGY & COMMERCE COMMITTEE: A hearing on the NFL StarCaps Case focusing on sports anti-doping programs. Witnesses include NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and National Football League Players Association Executive Director DeMaurice Smith.   3 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and recess to attend a Joint session of Congress to receive Her Excellency, Doctor Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. Following the Joint meeting, the Senate shall resume consideration of H.R. 3548, the Unemployment Benefits Extention Act of 2009.   3 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 8:00 a.m. for morning hour and 9:00 a.m. for legislative business to recess immediately until reconvening at approximately 10:00 a.m. in a Joint Meeting with the Senate to receive Her Excellency, Dr. Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. Unlimited "one-minutes" per side // Suspensions (15 Bills): 1. H.Res. 858 - Congratulating the Inter-American Foundation on its 40th anniversary and recognizing its significant accomplishments and contributions (Rep. Engel - Foreign Affairs) // 2. H.Res. 839 - Condemning the illegal extraction of Madagascar's natural resources (Rep. Blumenauer - Foreign Affairs) // 3. H.Res. 711 - Calling on the United States Government and the international community to address the human rights and humanitarian needs of Sri Lanka's Tamil internally displaced persons (IDPs) // currently living in government-run camps by supporting the release of such IDPs, implementing and facilitating an independent oversight of the process of release and resettlement, and allowing foreign aid groups to provide relief and resources to such IDPs (Rep. Davis (IL) // - Foreign Affairs) // 4. H.Res. 863 - Recognizing the scourge of pneumonia, urging the United States and the world to mobilize cooperation and prioritize resources to fight pneumonia and save children's lives, and recognizing November 2 as World Pneumonia Day (Rep. Shea-Porter - Foreign Affairs) // 5. H.Res. 641 - Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Foreign Affairs) // 6. H.Res. 867 - Calling on the President and the Secretary of State to oppose unequivocally any endorsement or further consideration of the "Report of the United Nations Fact Finding Mission on the Gaza Conflict" in multilateral fora (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Foreign Affairs) // 7. H.Res. 868 - Honoring and recognizing the service and achievements of current and former female members of the Armed Forces (Rep. Davis (CA) - Armed Services) // 8. H.Con.Res. 139 - Congratulating the first graduating class of the United States Air Force Academy on their 50th graduation anniversary and recognizing their contributions to the Nation (Rep. Lamborn - Armed Services) // 9. H.Res. 856 - Recognizing the Commissioning of the USS New York LPD 21 (Rep. Nadler - Armed Services) // 10. H.Res. 880 - Recognizing the efforts of career and technical colleges to educate and train workers for positions in high-demand industries (Rep. Cassidy - Education and Labor) // 11. H.Res. 752 - Recognizing the tragic loss of life that occurred at the Cherry Mine in Cherry, Illinois, on its 100th anniversary and the contributions to worker and mine safety that resulted from this and other disasters (Rep. Halvorson - Education and Labor) // 12. H.Res. 878 - Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Family Literacy Day (Rep. Platts - Education and Labor) // 13. H.R. 2136 - Stephanie Tubbs Jones College Fire Prevention Act (Rep. Fudge - Education and Labor) // 14. H.R. 3276 - American Medical Isotopes Production Act of 2009 (Rep. Markey (MA) - Energy and Commerce) // 15. H.R. 1849 - World War I Memorial and Centennial Act of 2009 (Rep. Cleaver - Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   2 November 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes for a period of morning business. At 4 p.m., the Senate considers H.R. 3548, the Unemployment Benefits Extension Act of 2009.   2 November 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) S. 475 - A bill to amend the Service members Civil Relief Act to guarantee the equity of spouses of military personnel with regard to matters of residency (Sen. Burr / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 773 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the United States Submarine Force (Rep. Boozman / Veterans' Affairs) // 3) H.R. 1168 - Veterans Retraining Act (Rep. Boozman / Veterans' Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 828 - To recognize October 24, 2009, as "Louisiana Honor Air Day" (Rep. Cao / Veterans' Affairs) // 5) H.R. 3949 - Veterans' Small Business Assistance and Service members Protection Act (Rep. Filner / Veterans' Affairs) // 6) H.Res. 398 - Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift's success (Rep. Fortenberry / Veterans' Affairs) // 7) H.Res. 291 - Recognizing the crucial role of assistance dogs in helping wounded veterans live more independent lives (Rep. Hastings (FL) / Veterans' Affairs) // 8) H.Res. 866 - Expressing support for designation of a National Veterans History Project Week (Rep. Kind / Veterans' Affairs) // 9) H.Res. 461 - Honoring Sentinels of Freedom (Rep. McNerney / Veterans' Affairs) // 10) S. 509 - A bill to authorize a major medical facility project at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Walla Walla, Washington (Sen. Murray / Veterans' Affairs) // 11) H.R. 3157 - The "Max J. Beilke Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic" Designation Act (Rep. Peterson / Veterans' Affairs) // 12) H.R. 174 - To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a national cemetery for veterans in the southern Colorado region (Rep. Salazar / Veterans' Affairs) // 13) H.Res. 89 - Supporting and encouraging greater support for Veterans Day (Rep. Baca / Veterans' Affairs) // 14) H.Res. 780 - Recognizing the celebration of Filipino American History Month in October (Rep. Filner / Oversight and Government Reform) // 15) H.Res. 159 - Honoring the New Hampshire State Senate for becoming the 1st statewide legislative body with a majority of women in the United States (Rep. Hodes / Oversight and Government Reform) // 16) H.Res. 736 - Honoring President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address on "Dedication Day", November 19, 2009 (Rep. Platts / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   October 2009 30 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   30 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   29 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one-minutes" per side // Conference Report on H.R. 2996 - Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act / Making Continuing Appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2010 (Rule Waives all Points of Order, 1 Hour of Debate) (Rep. Dicks / Appropriations) // H.R. 3854 - Small Business Financing and Investment Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Schrader / Small Business) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Velazquez Manager’s Amendment (20 minutes) // Schock Amendment #14 (10 minutes) // Schock Amendment #15 (10 minutes) // Bright Amendment (10 minutes) // Flake Amendment (10 minutes) // Kosmas Amendment (10 minutes) // Gingrey Amendment (10 minutes) // Kratovil Amendment (10 minutes) // Paulsen Amendment (10 minutes) // Massa Amendment (10 minutes) // Foxx Amendment (10 minutes) // Kissell Amendment (10 minutes) // Peters Amendment (10 minutes) // Brown-Waite Amendment #12 (10 minutes) // Brown-Waite Amendment #13 (10 minutes) // Nye / Buchanan Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1) S.Con.Res. 45 - A concurrent resolution encouraging the Government of Iran to allow Joshua Fattal, Shane Bauer, and Sarah Shourd to reunite with their families in the United States as soon as possible (Sen. Specter / Foreign Affairs); 2) H.Res. 783 - Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic Americans to the strength and culture of the United States (Sponsored Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart / Oversight and Government Reform); 3) H.Res. 729 - Expressing support for designation of a "National Firefighters Memorial Day" to honor and celebrate the firefighters of the United States (Rep. Poe / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   29 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   28 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // Suspensions (10 Bills): 1) S. 1929 - Providing for additional a temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended (Sen. Landrieu / Small Business) // 2) H.R. 3633 - To allow the funding for the interoperable emergency communications grant program established under the Digital Television Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005 to remain available until expended through fiscal year 2012 (Rep. Harman / Energy and Commerce) // 3) H.Res. 787 - Expressing support for designation of October 13, 2009, as National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day (Rep. DeLauro / Energy and Commerce) // 4) H.Res. 790 - Supporting the goals and ideals of a national day of remembrance on October 30, 2009, for American nuclear weapons program workers and uranium miners, millers, and haulers (Rep. Berkley / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 568 - Recognizing the 150th anniversary of John Brown's raid in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia (Rep. Capito / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.Res. 783 - Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic Americans to the strength and culture of the United States (Sponsored Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart - Oversight and Government Reform) // 7) H.Res. 729 - Expressing support for designation of a "National Firefighters Memorial Day" to honor and celebrate the firefighters of the United States (Rep. Poe / Oversight and Government Reform) // 8) H.Res. 831 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children in foster care awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, recognizing current programs and efforts designed to promote adoption, and encouraging people in the United States to seek improved safety, permanency, and well-being for all children (Rep. Brown-Waite / Ways and Means) // 9) H.R. 3632 - Federal Judiciary Administrative Improvements Act of 2009 (Rep. Johnson (GA) / Judiciary) // 10) H.Con.Res. 177 - Raising the awareness of the need for crime prevention in communities across the country and expressing support for designation of October 1, 2009, through October 3, 2009, as "Celebrate Safe Communities" Week, and October as "Crime Prevention Month" (Rep. Reichert / Judiciary) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1) H.Res. 824 - Congratulating the Northwestern University Wildcats on winning the 2009 NCAA women's lacrosse championship, and to commend Northwestern University for its pursuit of athletic and academic excellence (Rep. Schakowsky / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 838 - Welcoming to the United States and to Washington, DC, His All Holiness Bartholomew, Archbishop of Constantinople, New Rome, Ecumenical Patriarch on his upcoming trip on October 20, 2009, through November 6, 2009 (Rep. Bilirakis / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 784 - Honoring the 2560th anniversary of the birth of Confucius and recognizing his invaluable contributions to philosophy and social and political thought (Rep. Al Green / Foreign Affairs) // 4) S.Con.Res. 45 - A concurrent resolution encouraging the Government of Iran to allow Joshua Fattal, Shane Bauer, and Sarah Shourd to reunite with their families in the United States as soon as possible (Sen. Specter / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   28 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R.3548, the Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2009.   27 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one-minutes" // Motion to Instruct Conferees on H.R. 2996 - Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Dicks - Appropriations) // Suspensions (4 Bills): 1. H.Res. 838 - Welcoming to the United States and to Washington, DC, His All Holiness Bartholomew, Archbishop of Constantinople, New Rome, Ecumenical Patriarch on his upcoming trip on October 20, 2009, through November 6, 2009 (Rep. Bilirakis - Foreign Affairs) // 2. H.Res. 784 - Honoring the 2560th anniversary of the birth of Confucius and recognizing his invaluable contributions to philosophy and social and political thought (Rep. Al Green - Foreign Affairs) // 3. S.Con.Res. 45 - A concurrent resolution encouraging the Government of Iran to allow Joshua Fattal, Shane Bauer, and Sarah Shourd to reunite with their families in the United States as soon as possible (Sen. Specter - Foreign Affairs) // 4. H.Res. 831 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children in foster care awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, recognizing current programs and efforts designed to promote adoption, and encouraging people in the United States to seek improved safety, permanency, and well-being for all children (Rep. Brown-Waite - Ways and Means) // Special Orders   27 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, proceed to executive session to consider the nomination of Irene Berger, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of West Virginia.   26 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   26 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Suspensions (9 Bills): 1) H.R. 2489 - AmericaView Geospatial Imagery Mapping Program Act (Rep. Herseth Sandlin / Natural Resources) // 2) H.R. 1471 - To expand the boundary of the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site in the State of Georgia (Rep. Bishop (GA) / Natural Resources) // 3) H.R. 2806 - To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to adjust the boundary of the Stephen Mather Wilderness and the North Cascades National Park (Rep. Hastings (WA) / Natural Resources) // 4) H.R. 1641 - Cascadia Marine Trail Study Act (Rep. Inslee / Natural Resources) // 5) H.Res. 854 - Recognizing Weber State University for its 120th anniversary (Rep. Bishop (UT) / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 368 - Congratulating the University of Iowa (Rep. Loebsack / Education and Labor) // 7) H.Res. 562 - Congratulating Syracuse University (Rep. Maffei / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Res. 824 - Congratulating the Northwestern University (Rep. Schakowsky / Education and Labor) // 9) H.Res. 817 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Rep. Al Green / Education and Labor) // Special Orders   23 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Complete Consideration of H.R. 3619 - Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 (Rep. Oberstar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // Flake Amendment #1 (10 minutes) // Flake Amendment #2 (10 minutes) // Kirkpatrick Amendment (10 minutes) // Kratovil Amendment (10 minutes) // Nye Amendment (10 minutes) // Stupak Amendment (10 minutes) // LoBiondo/Coble Amendment #2 (10 minutes) // Special Orders   23 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   22 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. Ten "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 3585 - Solar Technology Roadmap Act of 2010 (Rep. Giffords - Science and Technology) (Subject to a Rule) // Begin Consideration of H.R. 3619 - Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 (Rep. Oberstar - Transportation and Infrastructure) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1. H.Res. 797 - Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and enhancing the state of cyber security in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of the sixth annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month (Rep. Clarke - Science and Technology) // 2. H.Res. 836 - Expressing support for Teen Read Week (Rep. Roe - Education and Labor) // 3. H.Res. 175 - Condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights (Rep. Kirk - Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   22 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R.2647, the Department of Defense Authorization bill.   21 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // Suspensions (11 Bills): 1. S. 1793 - Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act of 2009 (Sen. Harkin - Energy and Commerce) // 2. H.Res. 811 - Expressing support for designation of October 2009 as "National Principals Month" (Rep. Davis (CA) - Education and Labor) // 3. H.Res. 837 - Recognizing Kentucky Wesleyan College for their service as an institution of higher education for over 150 years (Rep. Guthrie - Education and Labor) // 4. H.Res. 660 - Recognizing the distinguished history of the Laurinburg Normal Industrial Institute (Rep. Kissell - Education and Labor) // 5. H.Res. 836 - Expressing support for Teen Read Week (Rep. Roe - Education and Labor) // 6. S. 1818 - Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy Amendments Act of 2009 (Sen. Bingaman – Education and Labor) // 7. S.Con.Res. 43 - Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to former Senator Edward Brooke (Sen. McConnell - House Administration) // 8. H.Res. 823 - Expressing deep condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those killed and injured in the attack on the United Nations World Food Program office in Islamabad, Pakistan, on October 5, 2009, and support for the WFP's mission to bring emergency food aid to the most vulnerable people of Pakistan and around the world (Rep. DeLauro - Foreign Affairs) // 9. H.Res. 761 - Remembering and commemorating the lives and work of the Jesuit Fathers on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of their deaths at the University of Central America Jose Simeon Canas located in San Salvador, El Salvador on November 16, 1989 (Rep. McGovern - Foreign Affairs) // 10. H.Res. 672 - Calling on the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to release imprisoned bloggers and respect Internet freedom (Rep. Loretta Sanchez - Foreign Affairs) // 11. H.Res. 175 - Condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights (Rep. Kirk - Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1. H.Res. 797 - Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and enhancing the state of cyber security in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of the sixth annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month (Rep. Clarke - Science and Technology) // Special Orders   21 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, proceed to executive session to consider the nomination of Roberto A. Lange to be U.S. District Judge for the District of South Dakota.   20 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one-minutes" // Suspensions (6 Bills) // 1. H.R. 3763 - To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to provide for an exclusion from Red Flag Guidelines for certain businesses (Rep. Adler - Financial Services) // 2. H.R. 3319 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 440 South Gulling Street in Portola, California, as the "Army Specialist Jeremiah Paul McCleery Post Office Building" (Rep. McClintock - Oversight and Government Reform) // 3. H.R. 3819 - To extend the commercial space transportation liability regime (Rep. Gordon - Science and Technology) // 4. H.Res. 793 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Chemistry Week (Rep. Reyes - Science and Technology) // 5. H.Res. 558 - Supporting the increased understanding of, and interest in, computer science and computing careers among the public and in schools, and to ensure an ample and diverse future technology workforce through the designation of National Computer Science Education Week (Rep. Ehlers - Science and Technology) // 6. H.Res. 797 - Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and enhancing the state of cyber security in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of the sixth annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month (Rep. Clarke - Science and Technology) // Special Orders   20 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, begin consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R.2892, Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010.   19 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of the motion to proceed to S.1776, the Medicare physician fairness bill.   19 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   16 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   16 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   15 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. Ten "one-minutes" per side // Conference Report on H.R. 2892 - Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Price (NC) - Appropriations) // H.R. 2442 - Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009 (Rep. George Miller - Natural Resources) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1. H.Res. 800 - Expressing sympathy for the citizens of the Philippines dealing with Tropical Storm Ketsana and Typhoon Parma (Rep. Speier - Foreign Affairs) // 2. H.R. 2423 - To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 1300 Victoria Street in Laredo, Texas, as the "George P. Kazen Federal Building and United States Courthouse", and to designate the jury room in that Federal building and United States courthouse as the "Marcel C. Notzon II Jury Room" (Rep. Cuellar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // Special Orders   15 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R.3183, the Energy and Water Appropriations bill.   14 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // Suspensions (17 Bills): 1. H.Res. 408 - Recognizing the vital role family readiness volunteers play in supporting service members and their families (Rep. Davis (CA) - Armed Services) // 2. H.Res. 754 - Honoring the citizen-soldiers of the National Guard of the State of Pennsylvania, including the 56th Brigade Combat Team (Stryker) of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard on its return to the United States from deployment in Iraq (Rep. Holden - Armed Services) // 3. H.Res. 445 - Recognizing 100 years of military aviation and expressing continued support for military aviators of the United States Armed Forces (Rep. Olson - Armed Services) // 4. H.Res. 627 - Honoring the citizen-soldiers of the National Guard of the State of Washington, including the 81st Brigade Combat Team (Heavy) of the Washington Army National Guard (Rep. Smith (WA) - Armed Services) // 5. H.Res. 816 - Mourning the loss of life caused by the earthquakes and tsunamis that occurred on September 29, 2009, in American Samoa and Samoa (Rep. Faleomavaega – Natural Resources) // 6. H.Res. 810 - Expressing condolences to the citizens of Indonesia and support for the Government of Indonesia in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the island of Sumatra (Rep. Burton - Foreign Affairs) // 7. H.Res. 786 - Commemorating the canonization of Father Damien de Veuster, SS.CC . to sainthood (Rep. Hirono - Foreign Affairs) // 8. H.Res. 266 - Celebrating 90 years of United States-Polish diplomatic relations, during which Poland has proven to be an exceptionally strong partner to the United States in advancing freedom around the world (Rep. Lipinski - Foreign Affairs) // 9. H.Res. 603 - Recognizing the 140th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Foreign Affairs) // 10. H.Res. 800 - Expressing sympathy for the citizens of the Philippines dealing with Tropical Storm Ketsana and Typhoon Parma (Rep. Speier - Foreign Affairs) // 11. H.R. 3371 - Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 (Rep. Costello - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 12. H.Con.Res. 138 - Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas (Rep. Jackson-Lee - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 13. H.Res. 719 - Commending Russ Meyer on his induction into the National Aviation Hall of Fame (Rep. Tiahrt - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 14. H.R. 2651 - Maritime Workforce Development Act (Rep. Cummings - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 15. H.R. 2423 - To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 1300 Victoria Street in Laredo, Texas, as the "George P. Kazen Federal Building and United States Courthouse", and to designate the jury room in that Federal building and United States courthouse as the "Marcel C. Notzon II Jury Room" (Rep. Cuellar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 16. H.R. 1700 - National Women's History Museum Act of 2009 (Rep. Maloney - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 17. H.Res. 465 - Recognizing the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association on the occasion of its 10th anniversary (Rep. Brown (SC) - Transportation and Infrastructure) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1. H.Res. 768 - Expressing support for the designation of the month of October as "National Work and Family Month" (Rep. McCarthy (NY) - Education and Labor) // 2. H.R. 1327 - Iran Sanctions Enabling Act of 2009 (Rep. Frank - Financial Services) // Special Orders   14 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R.3183, the Energy and Water Appropriations bill.   13 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2847, the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.   13 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. // Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. // Suspensions (15 Bills): 1. H.R. 3689 - To provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, Inc. to establish a Vietnam Veterans Memorial visitor center (Rep. Rahall - Natural Resources) // 2. H.R. 1593 - To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate a segment of Illabot Creek in Skagit County, Washington, as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System (Rep. Larsen - Natural Resources) // 3. H.R. 3537 - Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Rep. Ortiz - Natural Resources) // 4. H.R. 3433 - To amend the North American Wetlands Conservation Act to establish requirements regarding payment of the non-Federal share of the costs of wetlands conservation projects in Canada that are funded under that Act (Rep. Wittman - Natural Resources) // 5. H.R. 3476 - To reauthorize the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Citizen Advisory Commission (Rep. Garrett - Natural Resources) // 6. H.R. 2877 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 76 Brookside Avenue in Chester, New York, as the "1st Lieutenant Louis Allen Post Office" (Rep. Hall (NY) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 7. H.Res. 209 - Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Daughters of Penelope, a preeminent international women's association and affiliate organization of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Rep. Maloney - Oversight and Government Reform) // 8. H.Res. 791 - Congratulating the Aldine Independent School District in Harris County, Texas, on winning the 2009 "Broad Prize for Urban Education" (Rep. Gene Green - Education and Labor) // 9. H.Res. 659 - Congratulating Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on 98 years of serving local communities and enriching the lives of collegiate men throughout the Nation (Rep. Hastings (FL) - Education and Labor) // 10. H.Res. 730 - Honoring the 100th anniversary of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (Rep. Kind - Education and Labor) // 11. H.Res. 768 - Expressing support for the designation of the month of October as "National Work and Family Month" (Rep. McCarthy (NY) - Education and Labor) // 12. H.Res. __ - Expressing support for students to learn about Christopher Columbus (Rep. Thompson (PA) // - Education and Labor) // 13. H.R. 1327 - Iran Sanctions Enabling Act of 2009 (Rep. Frank - Financial Services) // 14. H.R. 621 - Girl Scouts USA Centennial Commemorative Coin Act (Rep. Kingston - Financial Services) // 15. H.R. 3606 - Credit CARD Technical Corrections Act of 2009 (Rep. Welch - Financial Services) // Special Orders   12 October 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for Columbus Day.   9 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene for a Pro Forma Session.   9 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in Pro Forma Session.   8 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // Conference Report on H.R. 2647 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Rep. Skelton – Armed Services) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (4 Bills): 1. H.Res. 650 - Recognizing that country music has made a tremendous contribution to American life and culture and declaring country music to be a uniquely American art form (Rep. Stearns - Education and Labor) // 2. H.J.Res. 26 - Proclaiming Casimir Pulaski to be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously (Rep. Kucinich - Judiciary) // 3. H.R. 3590 - Service Members Home Ownership Tax Act of 2009 (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means) // 4. H.R. 1016 - Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act of 2009 (Rep. Filner - Veterans' Affairs) // Special Orders   8 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2847, the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.   7 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Conference Report on H.R. 2997 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. DeLauro - Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) // Suspensions (8 Bills): 1. H.J.Res. 26 - Proclaiming Casimir Pulaski to be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously (Rep. Kucinich - Judiciary) // 2. H.R. 3590 - Service Members Home Ownership Tax Act of 2009 (Rep. Rangel - Ways and Means) // 3. H.R. 1016 - Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act of 2009 (Rep. Filner - Veterans' Affairs) // 4. S. 1717 - To authorize major medical facility leases for the Department of Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2010 (Sen. Akaka - Veterans' Affairs) // 5. H.R. 3547 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 936 South 250 East in Provo, Utah, as the "Rex E. Lee Post Office Building" (Rep. Chaffetz - Oversight and Government Reform) // 6. H.R. 2174 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 18 Main Street in Howland, Maine, as the "Clyde Hichborn Post Office" (Rep. Michaud - Oversight and Government Reform) // 7. H.R. 2092 - Kingman and Heritage Islands Act of 2009 (Rep. Norton - Oversight and Government Reform) // 8. H.R. 1035 - Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy Amendments Act of 2009 as amended/S.1023 - The Travel Promotion Act of 2009 (Rep. Grijalva/Sen. Dorgan - Education and Labor/Energy and Commerce) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1. H.Res. 650 - Recognizing that country music has made a tremendous contribution to American life and culture and declaring country music to be a uniquely American art form (Rep. Stearns - Education and Labor) // 2. H.Res. 701 - To recognize the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve as a unique and precious ecosystem (Rep. Moran (VA) - Natural Resources) // 3. H.Res. 795 - Honoring the people of Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and the Flight 93 Ambassadors for their efforts in creating the Flight 93 temporary memorial and encouraging the completion of the National Park Service Flight 93 National Memorial by the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001 (Rep. Shuster - Natural Resources) // Special Orders   7 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Sneate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2847, the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.   6 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Unlimited "one-minute" speeches // Suspensions (8 Bills): 1) H.Res. 707 - Expressing support for designation of the week of September 13, 2009, as Adult Education and Family Literacy Week (Sponsored by Rep. Polis / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. 167 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives supporting the goals and ideals of Campus Fire Safety Month (Sponsored by Rep. Pascrell / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 650 - Recognizing that country music has made a tremendous contribution to American life and culture and declaring country music to be a uniquely American art form (Sponsored by Rep. Stearns / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 741 - Expressing support for designation of October 8, 2009, as national Jumpstart's "Read for the Record Day" (Sponsored by Rep. Markey (CO) / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Res. 567 - Congratulating the University of California, Irvine's men's volleyball team for winning the 2009 national championship (Sponsored by Rep. Campbell / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 701 - To recognize the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve as a unique and precious ecosystem (Sponsored by Rep. Moran (VA) / Natural Resources) // 7) H.Res. 710 - Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Estuaries Day" (Sponsored by Rep. Castor / Natural Resources) // 8) H.Res. 795 - Honoring the people of Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and the Flight 93 Ambassadors for their efforts in creating the Flight 93 temporary memorial and encouraging the completion of the National Park Service Flight 93 National Memorial by the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001 (Sponsored by Rep. Shuster / Natural Resources) // Motion to Go to Conference on H.R. 2647 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal and Republican Motion to Instruct Conferees // Special Orders   6 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill.   5 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate will resume consideration of H.R. 2847,the Commerce Justice and Science Appropriations Bill.   5 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   2 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   2 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   1 October 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. One Minutes (5 per side) // Motion to Go to Conference on H.R. 2892 - Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010 and Republican Motion to Instruct Conferees // Conference Report on H.R. 3183 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rule Waives all Points of Order, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Pastor / Appropriations) // Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 731 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the employees of the Department of Homeland Security should be commended for their dedicated service on the Nation's front lines in the war against acts of terrorism (Sponsored by Rep. Clarke / Homeland Security) // 2) H.Res. 517 - Congratulating the University of Washington women's softball team (Sponsored by Rep. McDermott / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 487 - Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the State News at Michigan State University (Sponsored by Rep. Rogers (MI) / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 692 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Tay-Sachs Awareness Month (Sponsored by Rep. Arcuri / Energy and Commerce) // 5) H.Con.Res. 151 - Expressing the sense of Congress that China release democratic activist Liu Xiaobo from imprisonment (Sponsored by Rep. Minnick / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   1 October 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill.   September 2009 30 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, begin consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R.2918, the Legislative Branch Appropriations bill.   30 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" // Suspensions (17 Bills) 1. H.Res. 731 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the employees of the Department of Homeland Security, their partners at all levels of government, and the millions of emergency response providers and law enforcement agents nationwide should be commended for their dedicated service on the Nation's front lines in the war against acts of terrorism (Rep. Clarke - Homeland Security) // 2. H.Res. 517 - Congratulating the University of Washington women's softball team for winning the 2009 Women's College World Series (Rep. McDermott - Education and Labor) // 3. H.Res. 769 - Recognizing the benefits of service-learning as a teaching strategy to effectively engage youth in the community and classroom, and expressing support for the goals of the National Learn and Serve Challenge (Rep. Platts - Education and Labor) // 4. H.Res. 487 - Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the State News at Michigan State University (Rep. Rogers (MI) - Education and Labor) // 5. H.Res. 90 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Campus Safety Awareness Month (Rep. Sestak - Education and Labor) // 6. S.Con.Res. 41 - A concurrent resolution providing for the acceptance of a statue of Helen Keller, presented by the people of Alabama (Sen. Sessions - House Administration) // 7. H.Res. 692 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Tay-Sachs Awareness Month (Rep. Arcuri - Energy and Commerce) // 8. H.Res. 314 - Honoring and saluting Hillerich & Bradsby Co. on the 125th anniversary of the Louisville Slugger (Rep. Yarmuth - Energy and Commerce) // 9. H.R. 3663 - Delays the date on which the accreditation requirement under the Medicare program applies to suppliers of durable medical equipment that are pharmacies (Rep. Space – Energy and Commerce) // 10. S. 1289 - Foreign Evidence Request Efficiency Act of 2009 (Sen. Whitehouse - Judiciary) // 11. H.R. 1727 - Managing Arson Through Criminal History Act of 2009 (Rep. Bono Mack - Judiciary) // 12. H.Res. 757 - Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims (Rep. Edwards (MD) - Judiciary) // 13. H.R. 1333 - Exempts the transportation, shipment, receipt, or importation of explosive materials for delivery to a federally recognized Indian tribe or an agency of such a tribe from various Federal criminal prohibitions relating to explosives (Rep. Grijalva - Judiciary) // 14. H.Res. 739 - Honoring the life and achievements of Dr. Norman E. Borlaug for his many contributions to alleviating world hunger (Rep. Boswell - Foreign Affairs) // 15. H.Con.Res. 151 - Expressing the sense of Congress that China release democratic activist Liu Xiaobo from imprisonment (Rep. Minnick - Foreign Affairs) // 16. H.Con.Res. 51 - Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Antarctic Treaty (Rep. Tiberi - Foreign Affairs) // 17. S. 1707 - Authorizing appropriations for fiscal years 2010 through 2014 to promote an enhanced strategic partnership with Pakistan and its people (Sen. Kerry/Rep. Berman – Foreign Affairs) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1. H.R. 2442 - Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009 (Rep. George Miller - Natural Resources) // 2. H.R. 1771 - Chesapeake Bay Science, Education, and Ecosystem Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. Sarbanes - Natural Resources) // 3. H.R. 1053 - Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act of 2009 (Rep. Wittman - Natural Resources) // Special Orders   29 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one-minutes" // Suspensions (13 Bills): 1. H.R. 685 - United States Civil Rights Trail System Act of 2009 (Rep. Clay - Natural Resources) // 2. H.R. 2442 - Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009 (Rep. George Miller - Natural Resources) // 3. H.R. 2950 - To direct the Secretary of the Interior to allow for prepayment of repayment contracts between the United States and the Uintah Water Conservancy District (Rep. Matheson - Natural Resources) // 4. H.R. 3123 - Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel Remediation Act of 2009 (Rep. Lamborn - Natural Resources) // 5. H.R. 905 - Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Underwater Preserve Boundary Modification Act (Rep. Stupak - Natural Resources) // 6. H.R. 1771 - Chesapeake Bay Science, Education, and Ecosystem Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. Sarbanes - Natural Resources) // 7. H.R. 1053 - Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act of 2009 (Rep. Wittman - Natural Resources) // 8. H.Res. 16 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Life Insurance Awareness Month (Rep. Biggert - Oversight and Government Reform) // 9. H.Res. 693 - Honoring the life and accomplishments of Jim Johnson and extending the condolences of the House of Representatives to his family on the occasion of his death (Rep. Brady (PA) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 10. H.Con.Res. 186 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month (Rep. Davis (IL) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 11. H.Res. 725 - Congratulating the Chula Vista Park View Little League team of Chula Vista, California, for winning the 2009 Little League World Series Championship (Rep. Filner - Oversight and Government Reform) // 12. H.Res. 734 - Expressing the support for and honoring September 17, 2009 as "Constitution Day" (Rep. Latta - Oversight and Government Reform) // 13. H.R. 3614 - Providing for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended (Rep. Velazquez – Small Business) // Special Orders   29 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill.   28 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for Yom Kippur.   25 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Convene and resume consideration of H.R.3326, the Defense Appropriations bill.   25 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Conference Report to H.R. 2918 - The Legislative Branch Appropriations Bill / Continuing Resolution (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Obey / Appropriations) // Special Orders   24 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. // H.Res. 766 - Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the Rules (Sponsored by Rep. Slaughter / Rules) // Suspension (1 Bill): 1) H.R. 3631 - Medicare Premium Fairness Act (Sponsored by Rep. Titus / Energy and Commerce / Ways and Means) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.Con.Res. 163 - Expressing support for designation of September 23, 2009, as "National Job Corps Day" (Sponsored by Rep. Moran (KS) / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   24 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2996, the Interior Appropriations bill.   23 September 2009 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the Patriot Act re-authorization. Witnesses include Glenn Fine, Inspector General U.S. Department of Justice; and Lisa Graves, of the Center for Media & Democracy   23 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. // Last votes expected: 6:00 p.m. // One Minutes (15 per side) // Suspensions (14 Bills): 1) S. 1677 - Defense Production Act Reauthorization (Sponsored by Sen. Dodd / Financial Services Committee); 2) H.R. 3614 - To provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (Sponsored by Rep. Velazquez / Small Business Committee); 3) H.Res. 733 - Expressing condolences to the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) (Sponsored by Rep. Gingrey / Foreign Affairs Committee); 4) H.R. 3593 - To amend the United States International Broadcasting Act of 1994 to extend by one year the operation of Radio Free Asia (Sponsored by Rep. Royce / Foreign Affairs Committee); 5) H.Con.Res. 178 - Expressing the sense of the Congress that we honor, commemorate and celebrate the historic ties of the United States and the Netherlands (Sponsored by Rep. Van Hollen / Foreign Affairs Committee); 6) H.R. 2131 - To amend the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 to reauthorize the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy (Sponsored by Rep. Watson / Foreign Affairs Committee); 7) H.Con.Res. 74 - Supporting the goals and ideals of a decade of action for road safety (Sponsored by Rep. Wexler / Foreign Affairs Committee); 8) H.Res. 491 - Encouraging each institution of higher education in the country to seek membership in the Service members Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium (Sponsored by Rep. Adler / Education and Labor Committee); 9) H.Res. 684 -Recognizing and honoring Howard University School of Law's 140-year legacy of social justice (Sponsored by Rep. Kilpatrick / Education and Labor Committee); 10) H.Res. 696 - Acknowledging and congratulating Western Wyoming Community College (Sponsored by Rep. Lummis / Education and Labor Committee); 11) H.Res. 455 - Congratulating the Wichita State University men's and women's bowling teams (Sponsored by Rep. Tiahrt / Education and Labor Committee); 12) H.R. 3607 - Fiscal Year 2010 Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act (Sponsored by Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee); 13) H.R. 3617 - Surface Transportation Extension Act (Sponsored by Rep. Oberstar / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee); 14) H.Res. __ - Expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed during storms and floods in the State of Georgia between September 18 and 21, 2009, and expressing gratitude to all of the emergency personnel who continue to work with unyielding determination to meet the needs of Georgia’s residents (Sponsored by Rep. Lewis (GA) / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee) // H.R. 324 - Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Grijalva / Natural Resources Committee) // Postponed Suspension Votes (2 Bills): 1) H.R. 2215 - The "John J. Shivnen Post Office Building" Designation Act (Sponsored by Rep. McCotter / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 2) H.Con.Res. 163 - Expressing support for designation of September 23, 2009, as "National Job Corps Day" (Sponsored by Rep. Moran (KS) / Oversight and Government Reform Committee) // Special Orders   23 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2996, the Interior Appropriations bill.   22 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one-minutes" // Suspensions (15 Bills): 1. H.R. 860 - Coral Reef Conservation Act Reauthorization and Enhancement Amendments of 2009 (Rep. Bordallo - Natural Resources) // 2. H.R. 1080 - Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing Enforcement Act of 2009 (Rep. Bordallo - Natural Resources) // 3. H.R. 2802 - To provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the Adams Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in honor of former President John Adams and his legacy (Rep. Delahunt - Natural Resources) // 4. H.R. 3113 - Upper Elk River Wild and Scenic Study Act (Rep. Rahall - Natural Resources) // 5. H.R. 2265 - Magna Water District Water Reuse and Groundwater Recharge Act of 2009 (Rep. Chaffetz - Natural Resources) // 6. H.Res. 670 - Congratulating and saluting the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary for celebrating its 75th anniversary, commending the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary for its contributions to the preservation of wildlife and the native ecology of the Appalachian Mountains and eastern Pennsylvania, and commending the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary for its dedication to educating the public and the international community about wildlife conservation (Rep. Dent - Natural Resources) // 7. H.Res. 599 - Honoring the Minute Man National Historical Park on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary (Rep. Markey (MA) - Natural Resources) // 8. H.Res. 688 - Expressing support for the goals and ideals of the first annual National Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Day taking place on September 26, 2009 (Rep. Titus - Natural Resources) // 9. H.R. 2522 - To raise the ceiling on the Federal share of the cost of the Calleguas Municipal Water District Recycling Project (Rep. Gallegly - Natural Resources) // 10. H.R. 2741 - To amend the Reclamation Wastewater and Groundwater Study and Facilities Act to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to participate in the City of Hermiston, Oregon, water recycling and reuse project (Rep. Walden - Natural Resources) // 11. H.R. 2971 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 630 Northeast Killingsworth Avenue in Portland, Oregon, as the "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Post Office" (Rep. Blumenauer - Oversight and Government Reform) // 12. H.Res. 441 - Honoring the historical contributions of Catholic sisters in the United States (Rep. Kaptur - Oversight and Government Reform) // 13. H.R. 2215 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 140 Merriman Road in Garden City, Michigan, as the "John J. Shivnen Post Office Building" (Rep. McCotter - Oversight and Government Reform) // 14. H.Con.Res. 163 - Expressing support for "National Job Corps Day" (Rep. Moran (KS) // - Oversight and Government Reform) // 15. H.R. 3548 - Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2009 (Rep. McDermott – Ways and Means) // Special Orders   22 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2996, the Interior Appropriations bill.   21 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets in a pro forma session.   21 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2996, the Interior Appropriations bill.   18 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for Rosh Hashanah.   17 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one minutes" per side // Complete Consideration of H.R. 3221 - Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. George Miller / Education and Labor) // The following amendments remain to be considered: Reyes Amendment (10 minutes) // Etheridge et al Amendment (10 minutes) // Driehaus Amendment (10 minutes) // Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes) // Murphy (CT) Amendment (10 minutes) // Childers Amendment (10 minutes) // Adler Amendment (10 minutes) // Himes et al Amendment (10 minutes) // Kilroy Amendment (10 minutes) // Minnick Amendment (10 minutes) // Perriello Amendment (10 minutes) // Schauer Amendment (10 minutes) // Teague Amendment #37 (10 minutes) // Teague Amendment #41 (10 minutes) // Souder Amendment (10 minutes) // Flake Amendment (10 minutes) // Kline / Guthrie Amendment (10 minutes) // Special Orders   17 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, begin consideration of H.R.2996, the Interior Appropriations bill   16 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // H.R. 3246 - Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2009 (Rep. Peters – Science and Technology) (Subject to a Rule) // Begin Consideration of H.R. 3221 - Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009 (Rep. George Miller – Education and Labor) (Subject to a Rule) // Suspension (1 Bill): H.R. 1713 - To name the South Central Agricultural Research Laboratory of the Department of Agriculture in Lane, Oklahoma, and the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 310 North Perry Street in Bennington, Oklahoma, in honor of former Congressman Wesley "Wes" Watkins (Rep. Boren - Agriculture) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): H.Res. 260 - Supporting efforts to reduce infant mortality in the United States (Rep. Cohen - Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   16 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3288, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.   15 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. "One minute" speeches // Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) H.R. 22 - To allow the United States Postal Service to pay its share of contributions for annuitants' health benefits out of the Postal Service Retiree Health Benefits Fund, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. McHugh / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.R. 3137 - To provide clarification relating to the authority of the United States Postal Service to accept donations as an additional source of funding for commemorative plaques (Sponsored by Rep. Issa / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.R. 3386 - The "Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans Memorial Post Office" Designation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Boswell / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 679 - Supporting the goals and ideals of American Legion Day (Sponsored by Rep. Halvorson / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 317 - Recognizing the region from Manhattan, Kansas, to Columbia, Missouri, as the Kansas City Animal Health Corridor (Sponsored by Rep. Moore (KS) / Agriculture) // 6) H.Con.Res. 95 - Recognizing the importance of the Department of Agriculture Forest Service Experimental Forests and Ranges (Sponsored by Rep. Childers / Agriculture) // 7) H.R. 511 - To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to terminate certain easements held by the Secretary on land owned by the Village of Caseyville, Illinois, and to terminate associated contractual arrangements with the Village (Sponsored by Rep. Costello / Agriculture) // 8) H.R. 3175 - To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey to Miami-Dade County certain federally owned land in Florida (Sponsored by Rep. L. Diaz-Balart / Agriculture) // 9) H.R. 940 - To provide for the conveyance of National Forest System land in the State of Louisiana (Sponsored by Rep. Alexander / Agriculture) // 10) H.Res. 81 - Recognizing the importance and sustainability of the United States hardwoods industry (Sponsored by Rep. Ellsworth / Agriculture) // 11) H.R. 1002 - Pisgah National Forest Boundary Adjustment Act (Sponsored by Rep. Shuler / Agriculture) // 12) H.R. 3146 - 21 Century FHA Housing Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Adler / Financial Services) // 13) H.R. 2947 - Securities Law Technical Corrections Act (Sponsored by Rep. Jenkins / Financial Services) // 14) H.R. 3527 - FHA Multifamily Loan Limit Adjustment Act (Sponsored by Rep. Weiner / Financial Services) // 15) H.Res. 215 - Congratulating the Minority Business Development Agency on its 40th anniversary (Sponsored by Rep. Honda / Financial Services) // 16) H.R. 3179 - SIG TARP Small Business Awareness Act (Sponsored by Rep. Paulsen / Financial Services) // Postponed Suspension Vote (1 Bill): 1) H.Res. 260 - Supporting efforts to reduce infant mortality in the United States (Sponsored by Rep. Cohen / Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   15 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3288, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.   14 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, the Senate resumes consideration of H.R.3288, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.   14 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Unlimited "one minutes" // Suspensions (8 Bills): 1) H.Res. 686 - Recommending that the United States Constitution be taught to high school students throughout the Nation in September of their senior year (Sponsored by Rep. Grayson / Education and Labor) // 2) H.Res. __ - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week should be established (Sponsored by Rep. Grijalva / Education and Labor) // 3) H.Res. 6 - Recognizing the significant contribution coaches make in the life of children (Sponsored by Rep. McIntyre / Education and Labor) // 4) H.Res. 459 - Expressing support for designation of "National Safety Month" (Sponsored by Rep. Roskam / Education and Labor) // 5) H.Con.Res. 59 - Supporting the goals and ideals of senior caregiving and affordability (Sponsored by Rep. Terry / Education and Labor) // 6) H.Res. 260 - Supporting efforts to reduce infant mortality in the United States (Sponsored by Rep. Cohen / Energy and Commerce) // 7) H.Res. 57 - Recognizing the persistently high rates of drowning fatalities among children (Sponsored by Rep. Sires / Energy and Commerce) // 8) H.Res. __ - Recognizing the 15th Anniversary of the enactment of the Violence Against Women Act (Sponsored by Rep. Slaughter / Judiciary) // Special Orders   11 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3288, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.   11 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is not in session.   10 September 2009 -  SENATE BANKING COMMITTEE: A hearing on the Securities and Exchange Commission's failure to identify the Bernard Madoff ponzi scheme and how to improve SEC performance.   10 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business // H.R. 965 - Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network Continuing Authorization Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Sarbanes / Natural Resources Committee) // Special Orders   10 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business, during which tributes will be offered to the late Senator Edward Kennedy. Thereafter, the Senate proceeds to executive session to consider the nomination of Professor Cass Sunstein.   9 September 2009 -  JOINT SESSION OF CONGRESS: President Barack Obama addresses the Congress regarding health care reform.   9 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. At approximately 8:00 p.m., the House is expected to meet in a joint session with the Senate for the purpose of receiving an address from the President of the United States. Fifteen "one minutes" per side // Suspensions (18 Bills): 1. H.R. 3165 - Wind Energy Research and Development Act of 2009 (Rep. Tonko - Science and Technology) // 2. H.Res. 447 - Recognizing the remarkable contributions of the American Council of Engineering Companies for its 100 years of service to the engineering industry and the Nation (Rep. Shuler - Science and Technology) // 3. H.Con.Res. 167 - Supporting the goals and ideals of National Aerospace Day (Rep. Ehlers - Science and Technology) // 4. H.R. 445 - Heavy Duty Hybrid Vehicle Research, Development, and Demonstration Act of 2009 (Rep. Sensenbrenner - Science and Technology) // 5. H.Res. 556 - Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the passage of the Federal Credit Union Act and the vibrant Federal credit union community that was created as a result of this important piece of legislation (Rep. Himes - Financial Services) // 6. H.R. 2664 - Promoting Transparency in Financial Reporting Act of 2009 (Rep. Lee (NY) - Financial Services) // 7. H.R. 2571 - Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2009 (Rep. Moore (KS) - Financial Services) // 8. H.R. 2097 - Star-Spangled Banner Commemorative Coin Act (Rep. Ruppersberger - Financial Services) // 9. S.J.Res. 9 - Providing for the appointment of France A. Cordova as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution (Sen. Leahy - House Administration) // 10. H.R. 2498 - To designate the Federal building located at 844 North Rush Street in Chicago, Illinois, as the "William O. Lipinski Federal Building" (Rep. Oberstar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 11. H.R. 2121 - To provide for the transfer of certain Federal property to the Galveston Historical Foundation (Rep. Paul - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 12. H.R. 2053 - To designate the United States courthouse located at 525 Magoffin Avenue in El Paso, Texas, as the "Albert Armendariz, Sr., United States Courthouse" (Rep. Reyes - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 13. H.Con.Res. 136 - Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for a celebration of Citizenship Day (Rep. Watson - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 14. H.R. 3193 - To designate the United States courthouse under construction at 101 South United States Route 1 in Fort Pierce, Florida, as the "Alto Lee Adams, Sr., United States Courthouse" (Rep. Rooney - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 15. H.Res. 623 - Requesting that the President focus appropriate attention on neighborhood crime prevention and coordinate certain Federal efforts to participate in National Night Out by supporting local officials to promote community safety and help provide homeland security (Rep. Stupak - Judiciary) // 16. H.Res. __ - Honoring the first responders and paying tribute to the victims of the California wildfires (Rep. Schiff - Oversight and Government Reform) // 17. H.Res. 718 - Recognizing September 11 as a "National Day of Service and Remembrance" (Rep. Matsui - Oversight and Government Reform) // 18. H.Res. 722 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001 (Reps. Hoyer/Boehner)   9 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: Convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of S.1023, the Travel Promotion Act of 2009.   8 September 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of S.1023, the Tourism bill.   8 September 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. "One minute" speeches; Suspensions (11 Bills); 1. H.R. 1043 - Deafy Glade Land Exchange Act (Rep. George Miller - Natural Resources); 2. H.R. 1287 - Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center Partnership Act (Rep. Visclosky - Natural Resources); 3. H.R. 324 - Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area Act (Rep. Grijalva - Natural Resources); 4. H.R. 1858 - To provide for a boundary adjustment and land conveyances involving Roosevelt National Forest, Colorado, to correct the effects of an erroneous land survey that resulted in approximately 7 acres of the Crystal Lakes Subdivision, Ninth Filing, encroaching on National Forest System land (Rep. Markey (CO) - Natural Resources); 5. H.R. 310 - HALE Scouts Act (Rep. Boren - Natural Resources); 6. H.R. 3123 - Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel Remediation Act of 2009 (Rep. Lamborn - Natural Resources); 7. H.Res. 541 - Recognizing and honoring the restoration and renovation of the Bishop Museum's historic Hawaiian Hall (Rep. Abercrombie - Natural Resources); 8. H.Res. 361 - Recognizing the historical significance of Historic Virginia Key Beach Park of Miami, Florida (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen - Natural Resources); 9. H.R. 2004 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4282 Beach Street in Akron, Michigan, as the "Akron Veterans Memorial Post Office" (Rep. Kildee - Oversight and Government Reform); 10. H.R. 1345 - District of Columbia Hatch Act Reform Act of 2009 (Rep. Norton - Oversight and Government Reform); 11. H.R. 2760 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1615 North Wilcox Avenue in Los Angeles, California, as the "Johnny Grant Hollywood Post Office Building" (Rep. Watson - Oversight and Government Reform); Special Orders   7 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the Labor Day holiday.   4 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   3 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   2 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   1 September 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   August 2009 31 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   28 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   27 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   26 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   25 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   24 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   21 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   20 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   19 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   18 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   17 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   14 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   13 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   12 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   11 August 2009 -  UNITED STATES CONGRESS: The House and Senate are in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   10 August 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate meets in a pro forma session.   10 August 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   7 August 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   7 August 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   6 August 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.   6 August 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   5 August 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.   5 August 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   4 August 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of H.R.2997, the Agriculture Appropriations bill. The Senate will recess from 12:30 - 2:15 p.m. for Party lunches. The Senate is expected to begin debate on the nomination of Judge Sonia Sotomayor to become a Justice on the Supreme Court.   4 August 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   3 August 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.2997, the Agriculture Appropriations bill.   3 August 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House is in Recess for the August Summer Work Period.   July 2009 31 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of H.R.2997, the Agriculture Appropriations bill.   31 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 3269 - Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009 (Structured Rule) (Rep. Frank / Financial Services) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Frank Amendment (10 minutes) ; Garrett Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (30 minutes) // Special Orders   30 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. // Last votes expected: 6:00 p.m. // One Minutes (10 per side) // Complete Consideration of H.R. 3326 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Murtha / Appropriations) The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Murtha Manager's Amendment (20 minutes); Conaway Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #596 (10 minutes); Sessions Amendment (10 minutes); Tierney / Holt Amendment (10 minutes) The rule also makes in order up to 8 of the 553 amendments offered by Rep. Flake, debatable for 10 minutes each. The rule also makes in order one en bloc amendment consisting of all of the amendments offered by Rep. Flake, debatable for 10 minutes. The rule also makes in order up to 2 of the 9 amendments offered by Rep. Campbell, debatable for 10 minutes each. // H.R. 2749 - Food Safety Enhancement Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of General Debate) (Rep. Dingell / Energy and Commerce) Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.R. 2728 - William Orton Law Library Improvement and Modernization Act (Rep. Lofgren / House Administration); 2) H.R. 1752 - To provide that the usual day for paying salaries in or under the House of Representatives may be established by regulations of the Committee on House Administration (Rep. Brady (PA) / House Administration); 3) H.R. 2510 - Absentee Ballot Track, Receive, and Confirm Act (Rep. Davis (CA) / House Administration); 4) H.Res. 535 - Commending the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions for calling upon all nations to live in peace and mutual understanding (Del. Faleomavaega / Foreign Affairs); 5) H.Res. 550 - Recognizing the "Day of the African Child" on June 16, 2009, devoted to the theme of child survival and to emphasize the importance of reducing maternal, newborn, and child deaths in Africa (Rep. Payne / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   30 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   29 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. // Last votes expected: 6:00 p.m. // One Minutes (15 per side) // Suspensions (9 Bills): 1) H.R. 3357 – To restore sums to the Highway Trust Fund, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Reps. Rangel / Ways and Means Committee); 2) H.R. 2749 - Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Dingell / Energy and Commerce Committee); 3) H.Res. 631 - Congratulating Continental Airlines on its 75th Anniversary (Sponsored by Rep. Gene Green / Energy and Commerce Committee); 4) H.R. 2034 - Rural Homeowners Protection Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Clay / Financial Services Committee); 5) H.R. 3330 - Improved Oversight by Financial Inspectors General Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Driehaus / Financial Services Committee); 6) H.R. 2623 - To amend the Federal securities laws to clarify and expand the definition of certain persons under those laws (Sponsored by Rep. McCarthy (CA) / Financial Services Committee); 7) H.R. 2529 - Neighborhood Preservation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Gary Miller / Financial Services Committee); 8) H.R. 3139 - To extend the authorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (Sponsored by Rep. Waters / Financial Services Committee); 9) H.R. 1525 - To amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to consider reconstruction and improvement of flood protection systems when establishing flood insurance rates (Sponsored by Rep. Matsui / Financial Services Committee) // Begin Consideration of H.R. 3326 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 (12th Precedent Setting Gag Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Murtha / Appropriations Committee) The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Murtha Manager’s Amendment (20 minutes); Conaway Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment #596 (10 minutes); Sessions Amendment (10 minutes); Tierney / Holt Amendment (10 minutes) The rule also makes in order up to 8 of the 553 amendments offered by Rep. Flake, debatable for 10 minutes each. The rule also makes in order one en bloc amendment consisting of all of the amendments offered by Rep. Flake, debatable for 10 minutes. The rule also makes in order up to 2 of the 9 amendments offered by Rep. Campbell, debatable for 10 minutes each. // Postponed Suspension Votes (15 Bills): 1) H.Res. 373 - Expressing support for designation of the month of September as "National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month" (Sponsored by Rep. Bachmann / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 2) H.R. 3072 - The "Coach Jodie Bailey Post Office Building" Designation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Clay / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 3) H.Res. 483 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Veterans of Foreign Wars Day (Sponsored by Rep. Kline / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 4) S. 1513 - A bill to provide for an additional temporary extension of programs under the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (Sponsored by Sen. Landrieu / Small Business Committee); 5) H.R. 1665 - Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Cummings / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee); 6) H.Res. 508 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the general aviation industry should be recognized for its contributions to the United States (Sponsored by Rep. Fortenberry / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee); 7) H.R. 2093 - Clean Coastal Environment and Public Health Act of 2009 (Sponsored by Rep. Pallone / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee); 8) H.R. 2728 - William Orton Law Library Improvement and Modernization Act (Sponsored by Rep. Lofgren / House Administration Committee); 9) H.R. 1752 - To provide that the usual day for paying salaries in or under the House of Representatives may be established by regulations of the Committee on House Administration (Sponsored by Rep. Brady (PA) / House Administration Committee); 10) H.R. 2510 - Absentee Ballot Track, Receive, and Confirm Act (Sponsored by Rep. Davis (CA) / House Administration Committee); 11) H.Res. 535 - Commending the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions for calling upon all nations to live in peace and mutual understanding (Sponsored by Rep. Faleomavaega / Foreign Affairs Committee); 12) H.Res. 550 - Recognizing the "Day of the African Child" on June 16, 2009, devoted to the theme of child survival and to emphasize the importance of reducing maternal, newborn, and child deaths in Africa (Sponsored by Rep. Payne / Foreign Affairs Committee); 13) H.Res. 496 - Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall (Sponsored by Rep. Poe / Foreign Affairs Committee); 14) H.Res. 675 - Condemning the July 17, 2009, terrorist bombings in Indonesia and expressing condolences to the people of Indonesia and the various other countries suffering casualties in the attacks (Sponsored by Rep. Price (NC) / Foreign Affairs Committee); 15) H.Con.Res. 159 - Recognizing the fifth anniversary of the declaration by the United States Congress of genocide in Darfur, Sudan (Sponsored by Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs Committee) // Special Orders   29 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of H.R.3183, the Energy and Water Appropriations bill.   28 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (11 Bills): 1) H.R. 3325 - To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to reauthorize for 1 year the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance program and the Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security program (Rep. Tanner / Ways and Means) // 2) H.R. 1803 - Veterans Business Center Act of 2009 (Rep. Nye / Small Business) // 3) H.R. 1807 - Educating Entrepreneurs through Today's Technology Act (Rep. Thompson (PA) / Small Business) // 4) S. __ - Extending the SBIR Act of 2009 (Sen. Landrieu / Small Business) // 5) H.R. 1665 - Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act (Rep. Cummings / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 6) H.Res. 508 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the general aviation industry should be recognized for its contributions to the United States (Rep. Fortenberry / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 7) H.R. 2093 - Clean Coastal Environment and Public Health Act (Rep. Pallone / Transportation and Infrastructure) // 8) H.R. 1752 - To provide that the usual day for paying salaries in or under the House of Representatives may be established by regulations of the Committee on House Administration (Rep. Brady (PA) / House Administration) // 9) H.R. 2510 - Absentee Ballot Track, Receive, and Confirm Act (Rep. Davis (CA) / House Administration) // 10) H.R. 2728 - William Orton Law Library Improvement and Modernization Act (Rep. Lofgren / House Administration) // 11) H.R. 2749 - Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. Dingell / Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   28 July 2009 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Markup to vote on nominations including Judge Sonia Sotomayor to be Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.   28 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of H.R.3183, the Energy and Water Appropriations bill.   27 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, begin consideration of H.R.3183, the Energy and Water Appropriations bill.   27 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) H.R. 3219 - Veterans' Insurance and Health Care Improvements Act (Rep. Filner / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.R. 1293 - Disabled Veterans Home Improvement and Structural Alteration Grant Increase Act (Rep. Buyer / Veterans' Affairs) // 3) H.R. 2770 - Veterans Nonprofit Research and Education Corporations Enhancement Act (Rep. Filner / Veterans' Affairs) // 4) H.R. 3155 - Caregiver Assistance and Resource Enhancement Act (Rep. Michaud / Veterans' Affairs) // 5) H.R. 509 - Marine Turtle Conservation Reauthorization Act (Rep. Brown (SC) / Natural Resources) // 6) H.Res. 288 - Recognizing July as "National Park and Recreation Month" (Rep. Barrow / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 1376 - Waco Mammoth National Monument Establishment Act (Rep. Edwards (TX) / Natural Resources) // 8) H.R. 556 - Southern Sea Otter Recovery and Research Act (Rep. Farr / Natural Resources) // 9) H.R. 1121 - Blue Ridge Parkway and Town of Blowing Rock Land Exchange Act (Rep. Foxx / Natural Resources) // 10) H.Res. 616 - Congratulating the Louisiana State University baseball team (Rep. Cassidy / Education and Labor) // 11) H.R. 1035 - Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy Amendments Act (Rep. Grijalva / Education and Labor) // 12) H.J.Res. 44 - Recognizing the service, sacrifice, honor, and professionalism of the Noncommissioned Officers of the United States Army (Rep. Skelton / Armed Services) // 13) H.Res. 593 - Recognizing and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the entry of Hawaii into the Union as the 50th State (Rep. Abercrombie / Oversight and Government Reform) // 14) H.Res. 373 - Expressing support for designation of the month of September as "National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month" (Rep. Bachmann / Oversight and Government Reform) // 15) H.R. 3072 - The "Coach Jodie Bailey Post Office Building" Designation Act (Rep. Clay / Oversight and Government Reform) // 16) H.Res. 483 - Supporting the goals and ideals of Veterans of Foreign Wars Day (Rep. Kline / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   24 July 2009 -  HOUSE FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: A hearing On regulatory perspectives on the Obama administration's financial regulatory reform proposals. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner; Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke; FDIC Chairman Sheila Bair.   24 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   24 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. // Last votes expected: 4:00 p.m. // One Minutes (5 per side) // H.R. 3293 - Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Act, 2010 (Sponsored by Rep. Obey / Appropriations Committee) The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Obey Manager's Amendment (20 minutes); Souder Amendment (20 minutes); Issa Amendment (10 minutes); Pence et al Amendment (10 minutes); Wittman et al Amendment (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Votes (3 Bills): 1) H.Res. 538 - Resolution supporting Olympic Day and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago, Illinois, as the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Sponsored by Rep. Schakowsky / Foreign Affairs Committee) // 2) H.Res. 285 - Congratulating the people of the Republic of Lithuania for its 1000th anniversary of Lithuania and celebrating the rich history of Lithuania (Sponsored by Rep. Shimkus / Foreign Affairs Committee) // 3) H.Res. 519 - Expressing appreciation to the people and Government of Canada for their long history of friendship and cooperation with the people and Government of the United States (Sponsored by Rep. Stupak / Foreign Affairs Committee) // Special Orders   23 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Ten "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 3288 - Department of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Sponsored by Rep. Olver / Appropriations) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Olver Amendment #27 (10 minutes) ; Hensarling Amendment #84 (10 minutes) ; Latham Amendment #78 (10 minutes) ; McHenry Amendment #18 (10 minutes) ; Schock Amendment #22 (10 minutes) ; Cao Amendment #52 (10 minutes) ; Frelinghuysen / Engel / Holt / Lance Amendment #57 (10 minutes) ; Blackburn Amendment #1 (10 minutes) ; Burton Amendment #75 (10 minutes) ; Jordan Amendment #16 (10 minutes) ; Neugebauer Amendment #58 (10 minutes) ; Stearns Amendment #32 (10 minutes) ; Turner Amendment #56 (10 minutes) ; Rangel / Frank / Waters / Watt Amendment #61 (10 minutes) ; The rule also makes in order up to 7 of the following amendments if offered by Rep. Flake or his designee: Flake Amendment #33 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #34 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #35 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #38 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #39 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #40 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #41 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #42 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #43 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #44 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #45 (10 minutes) ; Flake Amendment #46 (10 minutes) ; The rule also makes in order 2 of the following amendments if offered by Rep. Hensarling or his designee: Hensarling Amendment #53 (10 minutes) ; Hensarling Amendment #54 (10 minutes) ; Hensarling Amendment #55 (10 minutes) ; Hensarling Amendment #85 (10 minutes) // Postponed Suspension Votes (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 566 - Congratulating the 2008-2009 the Los Angeles Lakers (Sponsored by Rep. Waters / Oversight and Government Reform) // 2) H.Res. 350 - Honoring the life and accomplishments of Harry Kalas for his invaluable contributions to the national past-time of baseball, the community, and the Nation (Sponsored by Rep. Sestak / Oversight and Government Reform) // 3) H.Res. 538 - Resolution supporting Olympic Day and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago, Illinois, as the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Sponsored by Rep. Schakowsky / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.Res. 285 - Congratulating the people of the Republic of Lithuania for its 1000th anniversary of Lithuania and celebrating the rich history of Lithuania (Sponsored by Rep. Shimkus / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 519 - Expressing appreciation to the people and Government of Canada for their long history of friendship and cooperation with the people and Government of the United States (Sponsored by Rep. Stupak / Foreign Affairs) // Special Orders   23 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to resume consideration of S.1390, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   22 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 2920 - Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2009 (Modified Closed Rule) (Rep. Hoyer / Budget) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendment: Ryan (WI) Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (60 minutes) // Suspensions (5 Bills): 1) H.Res. 654 - Honoring the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation (Rep. Hastings (FL) / Foreign Affairs) // 2) H.Res. 538 - Resolution supporting Olympic Day and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago, Illinois, as the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Rep. Schakowsky / Foreign Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 285 - Congratulating the people of the Republic of Lithuania for its 1000th anniversary of Lithuania and celebrating the rich history of Lithuania (Rep. Shimkus / Foreign Affairs) // 4) H.R. 1511 - Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Rep. Smith (NJ) / Foreign Affairs) // 5) H.Res. 519 - Expressing appreciation to the people and Government of Canada for their long history of friendship and cooperation with the people and Government of the United States (Rep. Stupak / Foreign Affairs) // Consideration of the Flake Privileged Resolution Regarding Earmarks // Postponed Suspension Votes (8 Bills): 1) H.R. 1675 - Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act (Rep. Murphy (CT) / Financial Services) // 2) H.R. 2938 - To extend the deadline for commencement of a hydroelectric project (Rep. Costello / Energy and Commerce) // 3) H.Res. 69 - Recognizing the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, education, and an eventual cure for diabetes (Rep. Baca / Energy and Commerce) // 4) H.R. 3119 - The “Lim Poon Lee Post Office” Designation Act (Rep. Pelosi / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 534 - Supporting “National Children and Families Day” (Edwards (MD) / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.R. 2972 - The "Conrad DeRouen, Jr. Post Office" Designation Act (Rep. Boustany / Oversight and Government Reform) // 7) H.Res. 566 - Congratulating the 2008-2009 the Los Angeles Lakers (Rep. Waters / Oversight and Government Reform) // 8) H.Res. 350 - Honoring the life and accomplishments of Harry Kalas for his invaluable contributions to the national past-time of baseball, the community, and the Nation (Rep. Sestak / Oversight and Government Reform) // Special Orders   22 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of S.1390, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   21 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. // Unlimited "one-minutes" per side // Suspensions (20 Bills) // 1. H.R. 2938 - To extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project (Rep. Costello - Energy and Commerce) // 2. H.Res. 69 - Recognizing the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, education, and an eventual cure for diabetes (Rep. Baca - Energy and Commerce) // 3. H.J.Res. 56 - Approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 (Rep. Crowley - Ways and Means) // 4. H.R. 3119 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 867 Stockton Street in San Francisco, California, as the "Lim Poon Lee Post Office" (Rep. Pelosi - Oversight and Government Reform) // 5. H.Res. 534 - Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Children and Families Day" (Rep. Edwards (MD) - Oversight and Government Reform) // 6. H.R. 2972 - To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 115 West Edward Street in Erath, Louisiana, as the "Conrad DeRouen, Jr. Post Office" (Rep. Boustany - Oversight and Government Reform) // 7. H.Res. 566 - Congratulating the 2008-2009 National Basketball Association Champions, the Los Angeles Lakers, on an outstanding and historic season (Rep. Waters - Oversight and Government Reform) // 8. H.Res. 350 - Honoring the life and accomplishments of Harry Kalas for his invaluable contributions to the national past-time of baseball, the community, and the Nation (Rep. Sestak - Oversight and Government Reform) // 9. H.Res. 654 - Honoring the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation (Rep. Hastings (FL) - Foreign Affairs) // 10. H.Res. 538 - Resolution supporting Olympic Day and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago, Illinois, as the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Rep. Schakowsky - Foreign Affairs) // 11. H.Res. 285 - Congratulating the people of the Republic of Lithuania for its 1000th anniversary of Lithuania and celebrating the rich history of Lithuania (Rep. Shimkus - Foreign Affairs) // 12. H.R. 1511 - Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Rep. Smith (NJ) - Foreign Affairs) // 13. H.Res. 519 - Expressing appreciation to the people and Government of Canada for their long history of friendship and cooperation with the people and Government of the United States (Rep. Stupak - Foreign Affairs) // 14. H.Res. 508 - Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the general aviation industry should be recognized for its contributions to the United States (Rep. Fortenberry - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 15. H.R. 2093 - Clean Coastal Environment and Public Health Act of 2009 (Rep. Pallone - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 16. H.R. 1665 - Coast Guard Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 (Rep. Cummings - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 17. H.R. 2498 - To designate the Federal building located at 844 North Rush Street in Chicago, Illinois, as the "William O. Lipinski Federal Building" (Rep. Oberstar - Transportation and Infrastructure) // 18. H.R. 1752 - To provide that the usual day for paying salaries in or under the House of Representatives may be established by regulations of the Committee on House Administration (Rep. Brady (PA) - House Administration) // 19. H.R. 2510 - Absentee Ballot Track, Receive, and Confirm Act (Rep. Davis (CA) - House Administration) // 20. H.R. 2728 - William Orton Law Library Improvement and Modernization Act (Rep. Lofgren - House Administration) // Postponed Suspension Votes (10 Bills) // 1. H.R. 2729 - To authorize the designation of National Environmental Research Parks by the Secretary of Energy (Rep. Lujan - Science and Technology) // 2. H.R. 1622 - To provide for a program of research, development, and demonstration on natural gas vehicles (Rep. Sullivan - Science and Technology) // 3. H.Res. 507 - Supporting the goals of National Dairy Month (Rep. Courtney - Agriculture) // 4. H.Res. 270 - Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need (Rep. Gingrey - Agriculture) // 5. H.Con.Res. 164 - Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Food and Nutrition Service of the Department of Agriculture (Rep. McGovern - Agriculture) // 6. S.Con.Res. 30 - Recognizing the Bureau of Labor Statistics for its 125th anniversary (Sen. Schumer - Education and Labor) // 7. H.Con.Res. 123 - Recognizing the historical and national significance of the many contributions of John William Heisman to the sport of football (Rep. Thompson (PA) - Education and Labor) // 8. H.R. 1933 - A Child Is Missing Alert and Recovery Center Act (Rep. Klein - Judiciary) // 9. H.R. 2632 - Korean War Veterans Recognition Act (Rep. Rangel - Judiciary) // 10. H.R. 1675 - Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (Rep. Murphy (CT) - Financial Services) // Special Orders   21 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of S.1390, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   21 July 2009 -  HOUSE FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: A hearing on the Humphrey-Hawkins semiannual monetary policy report. Witness: Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke.   20 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of S.1390, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   20 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Suspensions (14 Bills): 1) H.Res. 607 - Celebrating the Fortieth Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing (Rep. Hall (TX) / Science and Technology) // 2) H.R. 2729 - To authorize the designation of National Environmental Research Parks by the Secretary of Energy (Rep. Lujan / Science and Technology) // 3) H.R. 1622 - To provide for a program of research, development, and demonstration on natural gas vehicles (Rep. Sullivan / Science and Technology) // 4) H.Res. 507 - Supporting the goals of National Dairy Month (Rep. Courtney / Agriculture) // 5) H.Res. 270 - Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need (Rep. Gingrey / Agriculture) // 6) H.Con.Res. 164 - Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Food and Nutrition Service of the Department of Agriculture (Rep. McGovern / Agriculture) // 7) S.Con.Res. 30 - Recognizing the Bureau of Labor Statistics for its 125th anniversary (Sen. Schumer / Education and Labor) // 8) H.Con.Res. 123 - Recognizing the historical and national significance of the many contributions of John William Heisman to the sport of football (Rep. Thompson (PA) / Education and Labor) // 9) H.Res. __ - Instructing Managers in the Impeachment of Judge Kent to advise the Senate that the House does not desire further to urge the articles of impeachment (Rep. Conyers / Judiciary) // 10) H.R. 1933 - A Child Is Missing Alert and Recovery Center Act (Rep. Klein / Judiciary) // 11) H.R. 2632 - Korean War Veterans Recognition Act (Rep. Rangel / Judiciary) // 12) H.R. 2873 - Enhanced S.E .C. Enforcement Authority Act (Rep. Campbell / Financial Services) // 13) H.R. 1675 - Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 (Rep. Murphy (CT) / Financial Services) // 14) H.R. 2245 - New Frontier Congressional Gold Medal Act (Rep. Grayson / Financial Services) // Special Orders   17 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Five "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 1018 - Restore Our American Mustangs Act (Rep. Rahall - Natural Resources) (Subject to a Rule) // Complete Consideration of H.R. 3183 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Pastor - Appropriations) // Postponed Amendment Votes (13) ; Heinrich Amendment ; Cao Amendment ; Blackburn Amendment ; Campbell Amendment #2 ; Flake Amendment #1 ; Flake Amendment #3 ; Flake Amendment #4 ; Flake Amendment #5 ; Flake Amendment #10 ; Flake Amendment #11 ; Hensarling Amendment #1 ; Hensarling Amendment #2 ; Hensarling Amendment #4 // Special Orders   17 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate is not in session.   16 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. // Last votes expected: Evening. // One Minutes (10 per side) // Begin Consideration of H.R. 3170 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2010 (Sponsored by Rep. Serrano / Appropriations Committee) The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Serrano Manager's Amendment (10 minutes); Paulsen Amendment (10 minutes); Price (GA) Amendment (10 minutes); Emerson Amendment (10 minutes); Blackburn Amendment (10 minutes); Broun Amendment (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 86 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 88 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 89 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 90 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 91 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 92 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 93 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 94 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 95 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 96 (10 minutes); Flake Amendment # 97 (10 minutes) // Complete Consideration for H.R. 3183 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (7th Precedent Setting Gag Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Pastor / Appropriations Committee) The rule provides for no further general or amendment debate. Postponed Amendment Votes (13 Votes): Heinrich Amendment ; Cao Amendment ; Blackburn Amendment ; Campbell Amendment # 2; Flake Amendment # 1; Flake Amendment # 3; Flake Amendment # 4; Flake Amendment # 5 ; Flake Amendment # 10 ; Flake Amendment # 11 ; Hensarling Amendment # 1 ; Hensarling Amendment # 2 ; Hensarling Amendment # 4 // Postponed Suspension Votes (6 Bills): 1) H.Res. 476 - Celebrating the 30th anniversary of June as "Black Music Month" (Sponsored by Rep. Cohen / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 2) H.R. 1442 - To provide for the sale of the Federal Government's reversionary interest in approximately 60 acres of land in Salt Lake City, Utah (Sponsored by Rep. Matheson / Natural Resources Committee); 3) H.R. 2188 - Joint Ventures for Bird Habitat Conservation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Kratovil / Natural Resources Committee); 4) H.R. 129 - To authorize the conveyance of certain National Forest System lands in the Los Padres National Forest in California (Sponsored by Rep. Gallegly / Natural Resources Committee); 5) H.R. 409 - To provide for the conveyance of certain Bureau of Land Management land in the State of Nevada to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Sponsored by Rep. Heller / Natural Resources Committee); 6) H.Res. 543 - Supporting June as "Home Safety Month" (Sponsored by Rep. Halvorson / Energy and Commerce Committee) // Special Orders   16 July 2009 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Witnesses: Panel I Kim Askew - Chair - American Bar Association, Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary Mary Boies - Member - American Bar Association, Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary Panel II Majority Witnesses The Honorable Michael Bloomberg - Mayor, City of New York Robert Morgenthau - District Attorney - New York County, New York The Honorable Dustin McDaniel - Attorney General - State of Arkansas Wade Henderson - President and CEO - Leadership Conference on Civil Rights Minority Witnesses Frank Ricci - New Haven Fire Department Lieutenant Ben Vargas - New Haven Fire Department Peter Kirsanow, Esq. - Partner, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP - and Commissioner, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Linda Chavez - Chairman - Center for Equal Opportunity Panel III Majority Witnesses Louis Freeh - Former Director - Federal Bureau of Investigation Chuck Canterbury - National President - Fraternal Order of Police David Cone - Former Major League Baseball pitcher Kate Stith - Lafayette S. Foster Professor of Law - Yale Law School Minority Witnesses Dr. Charmaine Yoest - Americans United for Life Sandy Froman, Esq. - Attorney, Gun Rights Advocate, and - Former President, National Rifle Association of America David Kopel, Esq. - Independence Institute Ilya Somin - Professor - George Mason University School of Law Panel IV Majority Witnesses The Honorable Nydia Velazquez - Chair - Congressional Hispanic Caucus The Honorable Jose E. Serrano - U.S. House of Representatives [NY-16] Ramona Romero - National President - Hispanic National Bar Association Theodore M. Shaw - Professor - Columbia Law School Minority Witnesses Tim Jeffries - Founder - P7 Enterprises Neomi Rao - Professor - George Mason University School of Law Nicholas Quinn Rosenkranz - Professor - Georgetown University School of Law John McGinnis - Professor - Northwestern University School of Law Panel V Majority Witnesses Michael J. Garcia - Former United States Attorney - Southern District of New York Patricia Hynes - President - New York City Bar Association JoAnne A. Epps - Dean, Temple University Beasley School of Law - On behalf of the National Association of Women Lawyers Minority Witnesses David Rivkin, Esq. - Partner - Baker Hostetler Dr. Stephen Halbrook - Attorney   16 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of S.1390, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   15 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. Fifteen "one-minutes" per side // H.R. 3183 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (Rep. Pastor – Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) // Postponed Suspension Votes (9 Bills): 1. H.Res. 476 - Celebrating the 30th anniversary of June as "Black Music Month" (Rep. Cohen - Oversight and Government Reform) // 2. H.R. 1044 - Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. George Miller - Natural Resources) // 3. H.R. 934 - To convey certain submerged lands to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in order to give that territory the same benefits in its submerged lands as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa have in their submerged lands (Rep. Sablan - Natural Resources) // 4. H.R. 762 - Affirming patent number 27-2005-0081 and its associated land reconfiguration issued by the Bureau of Land Management (Rep. Heller - Natural Resources) // 5. H.R. 1442 - To provide for the sale of the Federal Government's reversionary interest in approximately 60 acres of land in Salt Lake City, Utah, originally conveyed to the Mount Olivet Cemetery Association under the Act of January 23, 1909 (Rep. Matheson - Natural Resources) // 6. H.R. 2188 - Joint Ventures for Bird Habitat Conservation Act of 2009 (Rep. Kratovil - Natural Resources) // 7. H.R. 129 - To authorize the conveyance of certain National Forest System lands in the Los Padres National Forest in California (Rep. Gallegly - Natural Resources) // 8. H.R. 409 - To provide for the conveyance of certain Bureau of Land Management land in the State of Nevada to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Rep. Heller - Natural Resources) // 9. H.Res. 543 - Expressing support for designation of June as "Home Safety Month" (Rep. Halvorson - Energy and Commerce) // Special Orders   15 July 2009 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Witness: Judge Sonia Sotomayor.   15 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and resume consideration of S.1390, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   14 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 10:30 a.m. for morning hour debate and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. // Unlimited "one-minutes" per side // Suspensions (24 Bills) // 1) H.R. 402 - To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee, as the "William C. Tallent Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic" (Rep. Duncan / Veterans' Affairs) // 2) H.R. 1037 - Pilot College Work Study Programs for Veterans Act of 2009 (Rep. Herseth Sandlin / Veterans' Affairs) // 3) H.Res. 612 - Expressing the profound sympathies of the House of Representatives for the victims of the tragic Metrorail accident on Monday, June 22, 2009, and for their families, friends, and associates (Del. Norton / Oversight and Government Reform) // 4) H.Res. 469 - Honoring the life of Wayman Lawrence Tisdale and expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on his passing (Rep. Cole / Oversight and Government Reform) // 5) H.Res. 476 - Celebrating the 30th anniversary of June as "Black Music Month" (Rep. Cohen / Oversight and Government Reform) // 6) H.R. 1044 - Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial Enhancement Act of 2009 (Rep. George Miller / Natural Resources) // 7) H.R. 1442 - To provide for the sale of the Federal Government's reversionary interest in approximately 60 acres of land in Salt Lake City, Utah, originally conveyed to the Mount Olivet Cemetery Association under the Act of January 23, 1909 (Rep. Matheson / Natural Resources) // 8) H.R. 934 - To convey certain submerged lands to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in order to give that territory the same benefits in its submerged lands as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa have in their submerged lands (Rep. Sablan / Natural Resources) // 9) H.R. 2188 - Joint Ventures for Bird Habitat Conservation Act of 2009 (Rep. Kratovil / Natural Resources) // 10) H.R. 129 - To authorize the conveyance of certain National Forest System lands in the Los Padres National Forest in California (Rep. Gallegly / Natural Resources) // 11) H.R. 409 - To provide for the conveyance of certain Bureau of Land Management land in the State of Nevada to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Rep. Heller / Natural Resources) // 12) H.R. 762 - Affirming patent number 27-2005-0081 and its associated land reconfiguration issued by the Bureau of Land Management (Rep. Heller / Natural Resources) // 13) H.Res. 543 - Expressing support for designation of June as "Home Safety Month" (Rep. Halvorson / Energy and Commerce) // 14) S.Con.Res. 30 - A concurrent resolution commending the Bureau of Labor Statistics on the occasion of its 125th anniversary (Sen. Schumer / Education and Labor) // 15) H.Con.Res. 123 - Recognizing the historical and national significance of the many contributions of John William Heisman to the sport of football (Rep. Thompson (PA) / Education and Labor) // 16) H.Res. 607 - Celebrating the Fortieth Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing (Rep. Hall (TX) / Science and Technology) // 17) H.R. 2729 - To authorize the designation of National Environmental Research Parks by the Secretary of Energy (Rep. Lujan / Science and Technology) // 18) H.Con.Res. 156 - Condemning the attack on the AMIA Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in July 1994 (Rep. Ros-Lehtinen / Foreign Affairs) // 19) H.Res. 538 - Supporting Olympic Day on June 23, 2009, and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago, Illinois, as the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Rep. Schakowsky / Foreign Affairs) // 20) H.R. 1511 - Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Rep. Smith (NJ) / Foreign Affairs) // 21) // H.Res. 519 - Expressing appreciation to the people and Government of Canada for their long history of friendship and cooperation with the people and Government of the United States and congratulating Canada as it celebrates "Canada Day" (Rep. Stupak / Foreign Affairs) // 22) // H.R. 1933 - A Child Is Missing Alert and Recovery Center Act (Rep. Klein / Judiciary) // 23) S.Con.Res. 29 - A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that John Arthur "Jack" Johnson should receive a posthumous pardon for the racially motivated conviction in 1913 that diminished the athletic, cultural, and historic significance of Jack Johnson and unduly tarnished his reputation (Sen. McCain / Judiciary) // 24) H.R. 2632 - Korean War Veterans Recognition Act (Rep. Rangel / Judiciary) // Special Orders   14 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business. Thereafter, resume consideration of S.1390, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010   14 July 2009 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Witness: Judge Sonia Sotomayor.   13 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets at 12:30 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. // Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. // One Minutes // Suspensions (16 Bills): 1) H.R. 1044 - Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial Enhancement Act (Sponsored by Rep. George Miller / Natural Resources Committee); 2) H.R. 1442 - To provide for the sale of the Federal Government's reversionary interest in approximately 60 acres of land in Salt Lake City, Utah (Sponsored by Rep. Matheson / Natural Resources Committee); 3) H.R. 934 - To convey certain submerged lands to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in order to give that territory the same benefits in its submerged lands as Guam, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa have in their submerged lands (Sponsored by Del. Sablan / Natural Resources Committee); 4) H.R. 2188 - Joint Ventures for Bird Habitat Conservation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Kratovil / Natural Resources Committee); 5) H.R. 129 - To authorize the conveyance of certain National Forest System lands in the Los Padres National Forest in California (Sponsored by Rep. Gallegly / Natural Resources Committee); 6) H.R. 409 - To provide for the conveyance of certain Bureau of Land Management land in the State of Nevada to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Sponsored by Rep. Heller / Natural Resources Committee); 7) H.R. 762 - Affirming patent number 27-2005-0081 (Sponsored by Rep. Heller / Natural Resources Committee); 8) H.R. 402 - The "William C. Tallent Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic" Designation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Duncan / Veterans' Affairs Committee); 9) H.R. 1037 - Pilot College Work Study Programs for Veterans Act (Sponsored by Rep. Herseth Sandlin / Veterans' Affairs Committee); 10) S.Con.Res. 30 - Commending the Bureau of Labor Statistics on the occasion of its 125th anniversary (Sponsored by Sen. Schumer / Education and Labor Committee); 11) H.Con.Res. 123 - Recognizing the historical and national significance of the many contributions of John William Heisman to the sport of football (Sponsored by Rep. Thompson (PA) / Education and Labor Committee); 12) H.Res. 612 - Expressing the profound sympathies of the House of Representatives for the victims of the tragic Metrorail accident on Monday, June 22, 2009, and for their families, friends, and associates (Sponsored by Del. Norton / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 13) H.Res. 476 - Celebrating the 30th anniversary of June as "Black Music Month" (Sponsored by Rep. Cohen / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 14) H.Res. 469 - Honoring the life of Wayman Lawrence Tisdale (Sponsored by Rep. Cole / Oversight and Government Reform Committee); 15) H.Res. 543 - Expressing support for designation of June as "Home Safety Month" (Rep. Halvorson / Energy and Commerce Committee); 16) H.Res. __ - Expressing the gratitude of the House of Representatives for the service of M. Pope Barrow, Jr. (Rep. Dingell) // Special Orders   13 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate convenes to begin consideration of S.1390, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010.   13 July 2009 -  SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Hearing on the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Witnesses include: The Honorable Charles E. Schumer, United States Senator; The Honorable Kirsten E. Gillibrand, United States Senator; The Honorable Sonia Sotomayor   10 July 2009 -  SENATE FLOOR DEBATE: The Senate will convene and begin a period of morning business.   10 July 2009 -  HOUSE FLOOR DEBATE: The House meets for legislative business. H.R. 3082 - Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2010 (6th Precedent Setting Gag Rule Limiting Minority Rights) (Rep. Edwards (TX) / Appropriations) // The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments: Cohen Amendment (10 minutes) // Filner / Langevin Amendment (10 minutes) // Capito Amendment (10 minutes) // Garrett Amendment (10 minutes) // Sessions Amendment (10 minutes) // Flake Amendment (10 minutes) // Hensarling Amendment (10 minutes) // Moore (WI) Amendment (10 minutes) // Special Orders   9 July 2009 -  HOUSE FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE