U.S. House schedule for Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Majority Leader Eric Cantor will attend the Winston Churchill Bust Dedication at 12:00 Noon. Watch live at speaker.gov/live.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30TH
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First and last votes expected: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

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H.R. 992 - Swaps Regulatory Improvement Act, Rules Committee Print (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Randy Hultgren / Financial Services Committee / Agriculture Committee)

Postponed Vote on H.J.Res. 99 - Relating to the disapproval of the President’s exercise of authority to suspend the debt limit, as submitted under section 1002(b) of the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2014 on October 17, 2013 (Privileged Resolution) (Sponsored by Rep. Todd Young / Ways and Means Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Energy and Commerce Committee hearing on “Obamacare Implementation Failures: Answers from HHS” (Wednesday, October 30th, at 9:00 a.m.)

 
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U.S. House schedule for Tuesday, September 10, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 1:30 - 2:30 PM. Last votes expected: 4:15 - 5:00 PM.

One Minute Speeches

Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:

1) H.R. 1155 - National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers Reform Act of 2013, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Randy Neugebauer / Financial Services Committee)

2) H.R. 2747 - Streamlining Claims Processing for Federal Contractor Employees Act (Sponsored by Rep. Tim Walberg / Education and the Workforce Committee)

3) H.R. 1891 - Science Laureates of the United States Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Rep. Zoe Lofgren / Science, Space, and Technology Committee)

4) S. 130 - Powell Shooting Range Land Conveyance Act (Sponsored by Sen. Michael Enzi / Natural Resources Committee)

5) S. 157 - Denali National Park Improvement Act (Sponsored by Sen. Lisa Murkowski / Natural Resources Committee)

6) S. 304 - Natchez Trace Parkway Land Conveyance Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Sen. Thad Cochran / Natural Resources Committee)

7) S. 256 - A bill to amend Public Law 93-435 with respect to the Northern Mariana Islands, providing parity with Guam, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa (Sponsored by Sen. Ron Wyden / Natural Resources Committee)

8) S. 459 - Minuteman Missile National Historic Site Boundary Modification Act (Sponsored by Sen. Tim Johnson / Natural Resources Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
House Armed Services Committee hearing on “Proposed Authorization to Use Military Force in Syria" (Tuesday, September 10th, at 10:00 a.m.)

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Break's over ... Congress returns to D.C.

They're back. Congress returns to D.C. Monday from their five-week summer break with plans to tackle a full schedule. First up is the controversial decision on whether to use military force in Syria, a subject that has divided Americans on both sides of the political aisle. Another hot-button topic is facing those who want a government shutdown in October when the new fiscal year begins. Immigration is still front-and-center and promises to cause fireworks. Other issues concern the NSA and government surveillance, gun control, voting rights, closing Guantanamo, and food stamp cuts.

From USA Today:

Congress returns today with 39 legislative days scheduled before the end of the year to debate the most consequential foreign policy vote (Syria) under President Obama, resolve pressing budget deadlines and determine whether an immigration overhaul has a fighting chance before the 2014 elections. Expectations are low for great successes in a divided institution plagued by partisan intransigence and abysmal approval ratings.

Majority Leader Eric Cantor published Monday's schedule for the House of Representatives.

Photo by Lynn R. Mitchell

U.S. House schedule for Monday, September 9, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
On Monday, the House will meet at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business.
Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:

1) H.R. 2052 - Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2013, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Lee Terry / Energy and Commerce Committee)
2) H.R. 2844 - Federal Communications Commission Consolidation Reporting Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Rep. Steve Scalise / Energy and Commerce Committee)

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U.S. House schedule for Friday, August 2, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2ND
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 9:15 - 10:45 a.m. Last votes expected: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Complete Consideration of H.R. 367 - Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2013 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Todd Young / Judiciary Committee)

Postponed Amendment Votes (no more amendments may be offered to the bill):

Rep. Steve Scalise Amendment
Rep. Jason Smith Amendment
Rep. Tom Latham Amendment
Rep. Jerry Nadler Amendment
Rep. Hank Johnson Amendment
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Amendment
Rep. Gwen Moore Amendment

H.R. 2009 - Keep the IRS Off Your Health Care Act of 2013 (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Tom Price / Ways and Means Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy & Mineral Resources hearing on ”Preventing Government Waste & Protecting Coal Mining Jobs in America Act” (Friday, August 2nd, at 10:00 a.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Thursday, August 1, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1ST
On Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Last votes expected: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Complete Consideration of H.R. 1582 - Energy Consumers Relief Act, Rules Committee Print (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Bill Cassidy / Energy and Commerce Committee)

The Rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following remaining amendments:

Rep. Rob Woodall Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. John Culberson Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Tim Murphy Amendment (10 minutes of debate)

Postponed Amendment Votes:

Rep. Henry Waxman Amendment
Rep. Gerry Connolly Amendment

H.R. 2879 - Stop Government Abuse Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate)
(Sponsored by Rep. Lynn Jenkins / Oversight and Government Reform Committee)

Begin Consideration of H.R. 367 - Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2013 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Todd Young / Judiciary Committee)

The Rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments:

Rep. Steve Scalise Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Davis / Peterson Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Jason Smith Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Tom Latham Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Sessions / Davis / Barr / Wenstrup / Coffman Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Jerry Nadler Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Hank Johnson Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. David McKinley Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Tom Cole Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Daniel Webster Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Gwen Moore Amendment (10 minutes of debate)

Postponed Vote on H.R. 1897 - Vietnam Human Rights Act of 2013, as amended (Suspension)(Sponsored by Rep. Chris Smith / Foreign Affairs Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Science, Space and Technology Committee markup of "EPA Hydraulic Fracturing Study Improvement Act” (Thursday, August 1st, at 10:00 a.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Thursday, July 25, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

THURSDAY, JULY 25TH
On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business.
First and last votes expected: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

H.R. 2218 - Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act of 2013 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. David McKinley / Energy and Commerce Committee)

The Rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments:

Rep. Gerry Connolly Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Henry Waxman Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Paul Tonko Amendment (10 minutes of debate)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Energy hearing on ”The Future of Coal: Utilizing America’s Abundant Energy Resources” (Thursday, July 25th, at 9:30 a.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Wednesday, July 24, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24TH

On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Last votes expected: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

H.Res. 315 - A resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 2218 - Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act of 2013, and H.R. 1582 - Energy Consumers Relief Act of 2013, Rules Committee Print (Special Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Michael Burgess / Rules Committee) 

Complete Consideration of H.R. 2397 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. C.W. Bill Young / Appropriations Committee)

The Rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following remaining amendments:

Rep. Derek Kilmer Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Jerry Nadler Amendment #69 (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Jerry Nadler Amendment #70 (10 minutes of debate)
Del. Pierluisi / Rep. Young Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Mo Brooks Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Adam Schiff Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Speier / Wilson / Chu / Eshoo / Keating / Brownley / Esty / Rush / Schakowsky / Walz / Meng / Maloney / Carolyn / Braley Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Speier / Schrader / Wilson / Chu / Eshoo / Keating / Brownley / Esty / Rush / Schakowsky / Walz / Meng / Maloney / Carolyn / Braley Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Elizabeth Esty Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Trey Radel Amendment (20 minutes of debate)
Reps. Massie / Amash / Yoho Amendment (20 minutes of debate)
Rep. Richard Nugent Amendment (15 minutes of debate)
Reps. Amash / Conyers / Mulvaney / Polis / Massie Amendment (15 minutes of debate)

Postponed Amendment Votes:

Rep. Lee Terry Amendment #24
Rep. Walter Jones Amendment #48
Rep. Doug LaMalfa Amendment
Rep. Mick Mulvaney Amendment
Rep. Steve Stockman Amendment
Rep. Jackie Walorski Amendment
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici Amendment

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Science, Space, and Technology Subcommittee on Environment and Subcommittee on Energy joint hearing on “Lessons Learned: EPA’s Investigations of Hydraulic Fracturing”
(Wednesday, July 24th, at 10:00 a.m.)

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From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

TUESDAY, JULY 23RD
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 1:45 - 2:30 p.m. Last votes expected: evening.

One Minute Speeches

Begin Consideration of H.R. 2397 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. C.W. Bill Young / Appropriations Committee)

The rule provides for one hour of general debate, makes in order the following amendments and allows for the Chairman to offer amendments en bloc:

A full list of the 100 amendments made in order can be found HERE.

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security hearing on “Addressing the Immigration Status of Illegal Immigrants Brought to the United States as Children”
(Tuesday, July 23rd, at 2:00 p.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Monday, July 22, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

MONDAY, JULY 22ND
On Monday, the House will meet at 12:00 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:

1) H.R. 697 - Three Kids Mine Remediation and Reclamation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Joseph Heck / Natural Resources Committee)

2) H.R. 1300 - To amend the Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956 to reauthorize the volunteer programs and community partnerships for the benefit of national wildlife refuges, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Rep. Jon Runyan / Natural Resources Committee)

3) H.R. 1411 - California Coastal National Monument Expansion Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Rep. Jared Huffman / Natural Resources Committee)

4) H.R. 2353 - To amend title 23, United States Code, with respect to the operation of vehicles on certain Wisconsin highways, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Rep. Thomas Petri / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)

5) H.Con.Res. 44 - Authorizing the use of the Capitol Ground for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run (Sponsored by Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)

6) H.R. 1542 - WMD Intelligence and Information Sharing Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Rep. Patrick Meehan / Homeland Security Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Rules Committee meeting on “H.R. 2397, Department of Defense Appropriations Act”
(Monday, July 22nd, at 5:00 p.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Friday, July 19, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

FRIDAY, JULY 19TH
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business.
First and last votes expected: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Complete Consideration of H.R. 5 - Student Success Act, Rules Committee Print (Structured Rule)
(Sponsored by Rep. John Kline / Education and the Workforce Committee)

The Rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following remaining amendments:

Rep. John Culberson Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Fitzpatrick / Meehan Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Amendment #24 (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Cantor / Bishop Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. George Miller Substitute Amendment (20 minutes of debate)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Environmental Regulation hearing on “Public Lands and Environmental Regulations Legislation” (Friday, July 19th, at 9:00 a.m.)

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Frank Wolf: Benghazi survivors forced to sign non-disclosure agreements

Stunning news was delivered today on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives by Virginia Congressman Frank Wolf (R-10th District) who had questioned earlier this week why no survivors of the Benghazi, Libya, terrorist attack had testified publicly before Congress.

The September 11, 2012, attack on the American Embassy resulted in the deaths of four Americans including U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens, U.S. Foreign Service Information Officer Sean Smith, and two embassy security officers who were former U.S. Navy Seals, Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty. Questions have been raised with some allegations the White House tried to cover up what happened that night.

The Weekly Standard reported Wolf's remarks from the floor of the House as he revealed the answer to his question:

"According to trusted sources that have contacted my office, many if not all of the survivors of the Benghazi attacks along with others at the Department of Defense, the CIA have been asked or directed to sign additional non-disclosure agreements about their involvement in the Benghazi attacks. Some of these new NDAs, as they call them, I have been told were signed as recently as this summer."

He went on to say:

"If these reports are accurate, this would be a stunning revelation to any member of Congress, any member of Congress that finds this out and also more importantly to the American people. It also raises serious concerns about the priority of the administration's efforts to silence those with knowledge of the Benghazi attack in response."

Wolf said he supported a Select Committee, along with 159 of his colleagues, to learn what happened the night of September 11, 2012, in Benghazi.

U.S. House schedule for Thursday, July 18, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor's office....

THURSDAY, JULY 18TH
On Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 1:45 - 2:30 p.m. Last votes expected: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Begin Consideration of H.R. 5 - Student Success Act, Rules Committee Print (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. John Kline / Education and the Workforce Committee)

The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments:

Rep. Kline / Rokita Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Young (AK) / Gabbard / Hanabusa / McCollum Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Tony Cardenas Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Shelia Jackson Lee Amendment #5 (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Kerry Bentivolio Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Reed / McKinley / Owens Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Dan Benishek Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Joe Heck Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Schock / Meehan Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Scalise / Bishop Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Moore / Wilson (FL) Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Rob Bishop Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Paul Tonko Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Brooks / Polis Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Polis / Petri Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Nydia Velazquez Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Markwayne Mullin Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Scott Garrett Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Paul Broun Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. John Culberson Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Fitzpatrick / Meehan Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Shelia Jackson Lee Amendment #24 (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Cantor / Bishop Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. George Miller Amendment (10 minutes of debate)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Oversight & Government Reform Committee hearing on “The IRS’ Systematic Delay and Scrutiny of Tea Party Applications” (Thursday, July 18th, at 11:00 a.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Majority Leader Eric Cantor announced the U.S. House legislative agenda today, which includes the  Authority for Mandate Delay Act that proposes to delay the application of the employer health insurance mandate from December 31, 2013, to December 31, 2014, and the Fairness for American Families Act, a house cleaning item to delay the application of the individual health insurance mandate.

The Ways and Means Subcommittee on Health will have a hearing on “Delay of the Employer Mandate Penalties and Reporting Requirements” at 10:00 a.m. with a focus on the Obama Administration's decision to delay the penalties for the employer mandate and the employer information reporting requirements under the Affordable Care Act.

During the day, the official photograph will be taken of the 113th Congress. Find the complete agenda at the Majority Leader's website.

U.S. House schedule for Tuesday, July 16, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

TUESDAY, JULY 16TH
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 12:00 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:

1) H.R. 2576 - To amend title 49, United States Code, to modify requirements relating to the availability of pipeline safety regulatory documents, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Rep. Jeff Denham / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)
2) H.R. 1848 - Small Airplane Revitalization Act of 2013, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Mike Pompeo / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)
3) H.R. 2611 - To designate the headquarters building of the Coast Guard on the campus located at 2701 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue Southeast in the District of Columbia as the “Douglas A. Munro Coast Guard Headquarters Building”, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Rules Committee meeting on “H.R. 2667, Authority for Mandate Delay and H.R. 2668, Fairness for American Families Act” (Tuesday, July 16th, at 5:00 p.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Thursday, July 11, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor....

THURSDAY, JULY 11TH
On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business.
First votes expected: 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Last votes expected: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

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H.R. 2642 - Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Frank Lucas / Agriculture Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Environmental Regulation hearing on “Wildfire and Forest Management” (Thursday, July 11th, at 10:00 a.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Tuesday, July 9, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor's office....

TUESDAY, JULY 9TH
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Last votes expected: evening.

One Minute Speeches

H.R. 2609 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2014 (Open Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen / Appropriations Committee)

The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order any amendment offered that complies with the House rules.

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Education and the Workforce Committee hearing on “Keeping College Within Reach: Improving Higher Education through Innovation” (Tuesday, July 9th, at 10:00 a.m.)

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U.S. House schedule for Monday, July 8, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor's office....

MONDAY, JULY 8TH
On Monday, the House will meet at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business.
Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.

One Minute Speeches

Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:

1) H.R. 1341 - Financial Competitive Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Rep. Stephen Fincher / Financial Services Committee)

2) H.R. 1564 - Audit Integrity and Job Protection Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Robert Hurt / Financial Services Committee)

3) H.R. 1171 - FOR VETS Act of 2013 (Sponsored by Rep. Dan Benishek / Oversight and Government Reform Committee)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Rules Committee meeting on “H.R. 2609, The Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2014” (Monday, July 8th, at 5:00 p.m.)

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Eric Cantor says ObamaCare delay should be permanent

Bowing to the reality that ObamaCare isn't quite ready for prime time, the White House announced on Tuesday that it was delaying the employer health care mandate for a year.

In response, House Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-VA) noted that the best cure for ObamaCare would be a permanent delay:

"This further confirms that even the proponents of ObamaCare know it will hurt jobs, decrease economic growth and make it harder for families to have access to quality and affordable health care," Cantor said. "Rather than continuing to delay the predictable pain until another election day has passed, we should scrap this entire law and instead implement patient-centered reforms before any more damage is done to our economy or the health care families depend on."

Interesting that the announcement was made barely 24 hours before the Independence Day holiday and while President Barack Obama was out of the country.

U.S. House schedule for Friday, June 28, 2013

From Majority Leader Eric Cantor's office....

FRIDAY, JUNE 28TH
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business.
First and last votes expected: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

One Minute Speeches

Complete Consideration of H.R. 2231 - Offshore Energy and Jobs Act, Rules Committee Print
(Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Doc Hastings / Natural Resources Committee)

The Rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order the following remaining amendments:

Rep. Peter DeFazio Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Paul Broun Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Alan Grayson Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Capps / Brownley / Lowenthal Amendment (10 minutes of debate)

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COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Oversight & Government Reform Committee mark up of "Resolution Determining that Lois Lerner Waived Her Fifth Amendment Privilege” (Friday, June 28th, at 9:00 a.m.)

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