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February 9, 2012
CONTACT: Chris Crawford - (202) 225-5831 or (202) 557-6446
REP. KINGSTON HAILS PLANT VOGTLE APPROVAL
New reactors to bring affordable energy, jobs to Georgia
WASHINGTON, DC – The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has voted to approve the expansion of Plant Vogtle near Waynesboro, Georgia. The decision clears the way for the nation’s first two nuclear reactors in more than 30 years to be constructed in the Peach State.
Congressman Jack Kingston (R-GA), an ardent supporter of the expansion and of nuclear energy, hailed the decision and the coming investment in Georgia’s infrastructure.
“This massive investment in our infrastructure will not only create 5,000 jobs but will bring more safe, clean, and affordable energy to Georgia,” said Kingston. “It will help reduce our dependence on foreign energy sources and advance the all-of-the-above energy approach we need.”
The expansion is a joint undertaking of Georgia Power, Oglethorpe Power Corporation, the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia and Dalton Utilities. Together, they will invest $14.1 billion in the reactors which are expected to begin operating in 2016 and 2017.
Once complete, the new reactors will provide electricity to more than 500,000 home and businesses across Georgia.
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February 06, 2012Records Show Ron Paul Reimbursed Twice According to public records and documents obtained by Roll Call, the Texas Republican received reimbursements from taxpayers and also from a network of political and nonprofit organizations he controlled. Roll Call identified eight flights for which he was reimbursed twice as well as dozens more instances of duplicate payments totaling thousands of dollars. Paul's office said "wholly inadvertent errors" were possible, but maintained no taxpayer funds were ever misused. Senate Democrats Rally to Save Seats Through his large e-mail list of supporters, Sen. Al Franken has quietly become one of the most sought-after fundraisers among Democratic Senators.But he's not the only one helping out. While Senators often turn to party leaders such as Harry Reid or Chuck Schumer for help, they are also turning this year to their colleagues. Sens. Max Baucus, John Kerry, Michael Bennet, Kay Hagan and Mark Warner are hitting the campaign trail to keep the Senate in Democratic hands. Join Us on Google Plus  Roll Call, our sister publication, has joined the new social networking platform and we'll be putting free stories up every day. If you're on Google Plus, you can follow us by simply going to the page below and clicking "Add to Circles." Write Congress Through Facebook! You can now write members of Congress on whatever subject you'd like through our Facebook application. Simply go to our Facebook page and click on the "Tell Congress" option — or go directly to the Compose Your Own Message page by clicking on this link.  It can be hard to keep track of California's lawmakers.Sen. Barbara Boxer defending the federal budget. Rep. Darrell Issa launching investigations. Rep. Jane Harman retiring. That's why we created a Facebook page where you can track all the news about the Golden State's delegation — CongressCA. In fact, we started 50 pages, one for each state in the union. Simply find your state in the list below, go to the Facebook page and click the thumb's up "Like" button at the top of the page. Alabama | Alaska | Arizona | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Connecticut | Delaware |Florida | Georgia | Hawaii | Idaho | Iowa | Illinois | Indiana | Kansas | Kentucky |Louisiana | Maine | Maryland | Massachusetts | Michigan | Minnesota | Mississippi |Missouri | Montana | Nebraska | Nevada | New Hampshire | New Jersey | New Mexico |New York | North Carolina | North Dakota | Ohio | Oklahoma | Oregon | Pennsylvania |Rhode Island | South Carolina | South Dakota | Tennessee | Texas | Utah | Virginia |Vermont | Washington | Wisconsin | West Virginia | Wyoming Twenty-Five Thousand Fans Can't Be Wrong  This month, Congress.org added its 25,000th fan on Facebook.Our community of users gets the latest news on Congress and national activism every time they log in to the world's most popular social networking site. They can also write Members of Congress on the issue of the week through our new "Tell Congress"feature — in less than a minute. So what are you waiting for? Go to facebook.com/congressorg and click the "Like" button" today! | |
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Online Piracy Act Loses Support The Stop Online Piracy Act and a Senate companion, the Protect IP Act, were criticized by websites such as Wikipedia and Google as being written too broadly. Hollywood took a different view, arguing the measure is necessary to stop online pirating of movies, TV shows and other copyrighted material. But Silicon Valley appears to have won this round, with several lawmakers backing away from the bill. Congressional Websites Go Dark It wasn't just Wikipedia that went dark Wednesday.At least four Members of Congress "blacked out" their offiical websites in solidarity with an Internet-wide protest by opponents of bills to crack down on online piracy of music and movies. Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.), Earl Blumenaeur (D-Ore.), Mike Honda (D-Calif.) and Anna Eshoo (D-Calif.) showed protest messages on their House.gov sites on the same day as link aggregator Reddit and online encylopedia Wikipedia. Also of Interest Join Us on Google PlusRoll Call, our sister publication, has joined the new social networking platform and we'll be putting free stories up every day. If you're on Google Plus, you can follow us by simply going to the page below and clicking "Add to Circles." Write Congress Through Facebook! You can now write members of Congress on whatever subject you'd like through our Facebook application. Simply go to our Facebook page and click on the "Tell Congress" option — or go directly to the Compose Your Own Message page by clicking on this link. It can be hard to keep track of California's lawmakers.Sen. Barbara Boxer defending the federal budget. Rep. Darrell Issa launching investigations. Rep. Jane Harman retiring. That's why we created a Facebook page where you can track all the news about the Golden State's delegation — CongressCA. In fact, we started 50 pages, one for each state in the union. Simply find your state in the list below, go to the Facebook page and click the thumb's up "Like" button at the top of the page. | |
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| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 7, 2011 CONTACT: Chris Crawford - (202) 225-5831 or (202) 557-6446 KINGSTON BILL WOULD REQUIRE DRUG SCREENING FOR UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS Congressman seeks to end benefits for those rendering themselves ineligible for work WASHINGTON, DC – At a series of listening sessions with business owners throughout the First District conducted earlier this year, Congressman Jack Kingston (R-GA) heard repeatedly about barriers to job creation. While he heard many of the issues he expected like overly burdensome regulations and the pervasive uncertainty in the economy, one issue that was brought up in every meeting surprised him: abuse of unemployment insurance. “I had an employer tell me of an overwhelming response for job openings,” said Kingston. “There was just one problem: half the people who applied could not even pass a drug test. While we need a safety net, taxpayers should not be on the hook to pay someone who renders themselves ineligible for work. My proposal further incentivizes beneficiaries to ensure they are preparing themselves to re-enter the workforce.” Kingston took the views of his constituents to Washington and crafted legislation to address the issue. His legislation, the Ensuring Quality in the Unemployment Insurance Program (EQUIP) Act, would require applicants for unemployment compensation to complete a drug screening assessment as a condition for benefits. Drug screening assessments are questionnaires approved by the National Institutes of Health and are currently employed for some programs in several states. The Georgia Council on Substance Abuse, for example, has already integrated assessments into its work. Those identified by the assessment as having a high probability of drug use would be required to pass a drug test and would be subject to random screenings as long as they receive benefits. Applicants who fail would be responsible for the cost of the test and may take one additional retest at their own expense. Screening applicants, rather than testing each one, is less expensive and has been upheld by in the judicial system. State courts in Indiana, Texas and New Jersey have upheld the practice for a variety of uses. A Federal court in West Virginia also upheld that state’s practice of screening Social Security Disability Insurance recipients. As a staunch defender of privacy rights, those rulings are important to Kingston who sees his bill as a means to protect taxpayer dollars from abuse. “My proposal strengthens the safety net and ensures it will be available to those who use it as a stepping stone back into the workforce,” Kingston said. “It does so without increasing federal spending or placing new, unfunded mandates on the states.” ### |
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From the Desk of Sen. Johnny Isakson
Over the years, Congress has taken many actions to preserve Second Amendment rights and prevent undue encroachment on those rights on the part of the Executive Branch. One of the most common ways in which Congress has accomplished this goal has been through a number of general provisions in the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.
Over the past couple of weeks, Congress has begun the final consideration of the annual Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. While the House-passed version of this bill made permanent nine separate Second Amendment protections, amendments to add those same protections to the Senate version of the bill never received a vote on the Senate floor despite the fact there was broad, bipartisan support for all nine of these provisions. Because I am a strong advocate for Second Amendment rights, I joined 29 of my Senate colleagues in a letter urging the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to keep the House-passed Second Amendment protections in place in the Fiscal Year 2012 Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS), and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Please click here to see the full text of the letter.
As the letter explains, most of these protections have been in place for a number of years – some going back as far as three decades – and none of them have been the source of any significant controversy. I am pleased that after reconciling the differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill, this year's final conference report once again contains 12 provisions endorsed by the National Rifle Association (NRA) strengthening the Second Amendment and protecting the American people. The Senate is likely to vote this week on the final conference report further securing and maintaining the right of Americans to keep and bear arms.
Thank you again for contacting me. Please visit my webpage at http://isakson.senate.gov/for more information on the issues important to you and to sign up for my e-newsletter.
Sincerely,
Johnny Isakson
United States Senator
For future correspondence with my office, please visit my web site at http://isakson.senate.gov/
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LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF OCTOBER 24, 2011
MONDAY, OCTOBER 24THWEEK OF OCTOBER 24, 2011
On Monday, the House will meet at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) H.R. 295 - 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, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Don Young / Natural Resources Committee)TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK
2) H.R. 441 - Kantishna Hills Renewable Energy Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. Don Young / Natural Resources Committee)
3) H.R. 818 - To direct the Secretary of the Interior to allow for prepayment of repayment contracts between the United States and the Uintah Water Conservancy District (Sponsored Rep. Jim Matheson / Natural Resources Committee)
4) H.R. 1160 - McKinney Lake National Fish Hatchery Conveyance Act (Sponsored by Rep. Larry Kissell / Natural Resources Committee)
5) H.R. 320 - Distinguished Flying Cross National Memorial Act(Sponsored by Rep. Ken Calvert / Natural Resources Committee)
6) H.R. 461 - South Utah Valley Electric Conveyance Act (Sponsored by Rep. Jason Chaffetz / Natural Resources Committee)
7) H.R. 2594 - European Union Emissions Trading Scheme Prohibition Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. John Mica / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)
On Tuesday and Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
On Friday, the House is not in session.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) H.R. 2447 - To grant the congressional gold medal to the Montford Point Marines (Sponsored by Rep. Corrine Brown / Financial Services Committee)H.R. 1904 - Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act of 2011 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Paul Gosar / Natural Resources Committee)
2) H.R. 2527 - National Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Act (Sponsored by Rep. Richard Hanna / Financial Services Committee)
3) H.R. 2042 - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Cards Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. Rick Larsen / Homeland Security Committee)
H.R. 2576 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Diane Black / Ways and Means Committee)
H.R. 674 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the imposition of 3 percent withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government entities (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Wally Herger / Ways and Means Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Judiciary Committee Hearing on “H.R. 3010, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011"
(Tuesday, October 25th, 10:15 a.m.)
Printable PDFJudiciary Committee Hearing on “H.R. 3010, the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011"
(Tuesday, October 25th, 10:15 a.m.)
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From our world-famous Vidalia onions to chemicals, machinery to cotton, and carpets to boats, exports are big in Georgia. Last year, Georgia exported $28.9 billion worth of goods and exports supported more than 82,000 jobs.
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Since the 2004 ratification of the US-Singapore Free Trade Agreement, Georgia’s exports to the country increased by 204 percent. A similar agreement with passed that same year has allowed Georgia’s exports to Chile to see a 158 percent expansion.
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These free trade agreements will create jobs here at home without costing taxpayers a dime. At the same time, they will strengthen our strategic allies and help stable, democratic economies grow around the world. To learn more about the agreements, visit the House Ways and Means Committee’s website by clicking here.
What do you think about the free trade agreements with South Korea, Colombia and Panama? Do you think they will help, hurt, or have no impact on our economy? To share your thoughts with me, click here.
THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF OCTOBER 10, 2011
MONDAY, OCTOBER 10THWEEK OF OCTOBER 10, 2011
On Monday, the House is not in session.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11TH
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. Members are advised that the 6:30 p.m. vote series will be longer than usual.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) H.R. 2433 - Veterans Opportunity to Work Act of 2011, as amended (Sponsored Rep. Jeff Miller / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)Continue Consideration of H.R. 2250 - EPA Regulatory Relief Act of 2011 (Modified Open Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Morgan Griffith / Energy and Commerce Committee)
2) H.R. 2074 - Veterans Sexual Assault Prevention Act, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Ann Marie Buerkle / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
3) H.R. 2302 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to notify Congress of conferences sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs (Sponsored by Rep. Marlin Stutzman / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
4) H.R. 2349 - Veterans' Benefits Training Improvement Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. Jon Runyan / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
5) H.R. 1263- To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to provide surviving spouses with certain protections relating to mortgages and mortgage foreclosures (Sponsored by Rep. Bob Filner / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
6) H.R. 1025 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize the service in the reserve components of certain persons by honoring them with status as veterans under law (Sponsored by Rep. Timothy Walz / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order only those amendments that have been preprinted in the Congressional Record.Begin Consideration of H.R. 3078 - United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act (Closed Rule, 90 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Ways and Means Committee)
Begin Consideration of H.R. 3079 - United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act (Closed Rule, 90 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Ways and Means Committee)
Begin Consideration of H.R. 3080 - United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act (Closed Rule, 90 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Ways and Means Committee)
Begin Consideration of the Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment to H.R. 2832 - To extend the Generalized System of Preferences, and for other purposes (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Dave Camp / Ways and Means Committee)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12TH
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
Complete Consideration of H.R. 3078 - United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act (Closed Rule, 90 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Ways and Means Committee)
Complete Consideration of H.R. 3079 - United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act (Closed Rule, 90 Minutes of Debate)(Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Ways and Means Committee)
Complete Consideration of H.R. 3080 - United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act (Closed Rule, 90 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Ways and Means Committee)
Complete Consideration of the Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment to H.R. 2832 - To extend the Generalized System of Preferences, and for other purposes (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Dave Camp / Ways and Means Committee)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13TH
On Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. By approximately 2:30 p.m., the House will recess and then reconvene at approximately 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving, in a joint meeting with the Senate, the Honorable Lee Myung-bak, President of South Korea.
H.R. 358 - Protect Life Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Joseph Pitts / Energy and Commerce Committee / Ways and Means Committee)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14TH
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
H.R. 2273 - Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. David McKinley / Energy and Commerce Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Judiciary Committee Markup on “H.R. 10, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2011” (Thursday, October 13th, 10:15 a.m.)
Printable PDF Judiciary Committee Markup on “H.R. 10, the Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2011” (Thursday, October 13th, 10:15 a.m.)
They actually did it. Last week, the FCC published its net neutrality order in the Federal Register, stating that effective November 20 the federal government will begin regulating the Internet.
Americans didn't want this. Congress rejected it decisively -- it only had 27 sponsors last year. The courts rejected it -- they said the FCC did not have the power to do this. And voters rejected it, defeating all 95 of the candidates who campaigned on the issue. That's right a perfect zero for 95.
But unless the Senate votes to overturn this order before it takes effect November 20, we will start down the path to a government regulated and government controlled Internet.
Under a special procedure called the Congressional Review Act, Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison is committed to forcing a Senate vote. Harry Reid can't keep this off the floor, and it can't be filibustered. We'll need 51 votes to succeed.
This is a key test for the U.S. Senate. Will they stand up to one of Obama's power grabs, or will they sit on their hands? And if they sit on their hands, why should voters re-elect legislators who refuse to legislate?
Yours truly,
Phil Kerpen
VP Policy, Americans for Prosperity
Chairman, Internet Freedom Coalition
Phil Kerpen
VP Policy, Americans for Prosperity
Chairman, Internet Freedom Coalition
P.S. The whole history of this sordid net neutrality affair is covered in chapter 3 of my new book Democracy Denied, available October 18
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THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 19, 2011
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19THWEEK OF SEPTEMBER 19, 2011
On Monday, the House will meet at 12:00 p.m. in Pro Forma session.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH
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.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) H.R. 2005 - Combating Autism Reauthorization Act of 2011 (Sponsored Rep. Chris Smith / Energy and Commerce Committee)WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST, AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK
2) H.R. 1852 - Children's Hospital GME Support Reauthorization Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. Joseph Pitts / Energy and Commerce Committee)
3) H.R. 2646 - Veterans Health Care Facilities Capital Improvement Act of 2011, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Bill Johnson / Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
4) H.R. 2944 - U.S. Parole Commission Reauthorization (Sponsored by Rep. Lamar Smith / Judiciary Committee)
5) H.R. 2189 - Death in Custody Reporting Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. Bobby Scott / Judiciary Committee)
On Wednesday and Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) S.Con.Res. 28 - A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to award the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and the Military Intelligence Service, United States Army, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II (Sponsored by Sen. Daniel Inouye / House Administration Committee)H.J.Res. 79 - Further Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2012 (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Hal Rogers / Appropriations Committee)
2) H.R. 2943 - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Extension (Sponsored by Rep. Geoff Davis / Ways and Means Committee)
3) H.R. 2883 - Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act (Sponsored by Rep. Geoff Davis / Ways and Means Committee)
H.R. 2401 - The Transparency in Regulatory Analysis of Impacts on the Nation Act of 2011 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. John Sullivan / Energy and Commerce Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Energy and Commerce Committee Markup on “H.R. 2250, the EPA Regulatory Relief Act of 2011 and H.R. 2681, the Cement Sector Regulatory Relief Act of 2011”
(Wednesday, September 21st, 10:00 a.m.)
Energy and Commerce Committee Markup on “H.R. 2250, the EPA Regulatory Relief Act of 2011 and H.R. 2681, the Cement Sector Regulatory Relief Act of 2011”
(Wednesday, September 21st, 10:00 a.m.)
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THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12THWEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
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.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) H.R. 2076 - Investigative Assistance for Violent Crimes Act of 2011(Sponsored by Rep. Trey Gowdy / Judiciary Committee)TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH, AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK
2) H.R. 2633 - Appeal Time Clarification Act of 2011(Sponsored by Rep. Howard Coble / Judiciary Committee)
3) H.R. 1059 - To protect the safety of judges by extending the authority of the Judicial Conference to redact sensitive information contained in their financial disclosure reports, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Rep. John Conyers / Judiciary Committee)
On Tuesday and Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
On Friday, the House is not in session.
Legislation related to expiring authority for the nation's FAA and surface transportation programs
Complete Consideration of H.R. 2218 - Empowering Parents through Quality Charter Schools Act
(Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Duncan Hunter / Education and the Workforce Committee)
The rule provides for no further general or amendment debate.
Postponed Amendment Votes:
H.R. 2867 - United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Reform and Reauthorization Act of 2011 (Suspension, 40 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Frank Wolf / Foreign Affairs Committee)Rep. Rush Holt Amendment
Rep. Steve King Amendment
H.J.Res. 77 - Resolution of Disapproval (Privileged Resolution, Two Hours of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Tom Reed / Ways and Means Committee)
H.R. 2587 - Protecting Jobs From Government Interference Act (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Tim Scott / Education and the Workforce Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Science, Space, and Technology Committee Hearing on "EPA's Cross-State Air Pollution Rule”
(Thursday, September 15th, 9:30 a.m.)
Printable PDFScience, Space, and Technology Committee Hearing on "EPA's Cross-State Air Pollution Rule”
(Thursday, September 15th, 9:30 a.m.)
THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 5, 2011
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5THWEEK OF SEPTEMBER 5, 2011
On Monday, the House is not in session.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. in Pro Forma session.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.
Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules:
1) H.Con.Res. 67 - Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run (Sponsored by Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)
2) H.R. 2061 - Civilian Service Recognition Act of 2011 (Sponsored by Rep. Richard Hanna / Oversight and Government Reform Committee)
3) H.R. 2832 - To extend the Generalized System of Preferences, and for other purposes (Sponsored by Rep. David Camp / Ways and Means Committee)THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH
On Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. The House will recess by approximately 4:00 pm to allow for a security sweep of the House Chamber prior to the President’s address. The House will meet again at approximately 7:00 p.m. in a joint session with the Senate for the purpose of receiving an address from the President of the United States.
H.R. 2218 - Empowering Parents through Quality Charter Schools Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Duncan Hunter / Education and the Workforce Committee)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
H.R. 1892 - Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year, 2012 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Mike Rogers (MI) / Permanent Select Intelligence Committee)
H.Res. __ - A resolution relating to the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001 (Subject to a Unanimous Consent Agreement) (Sponsored by Rep. Eric Cantor / Foreign Affairs Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Homeland Security Committee Hearing on “The Attacks of September 11th: Where are We Today” (Thursday, September 8th, 10:00 a.m.)
Printable PDFHomeland Security Committee Hearing on “The Attacks of September 11th: Where are We Today” (Thursday, September 8th, 10:00 a.m.)
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| July 18, 2011 In this MegaVote for Georgia's 1st Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes
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Better Use of Light Bulbs Act - Vote Failed (233-193, 1 Present, 4 Not Voting) The House rejected this bill that would have repealed energy efficiency standards that are expected to lead to a phaseout of the traditional incandescent light bulb. A two-thirds vote was necessary to pass the bill under suspension of the rules. The bill is likely to come up again under a rule or as part of another bill. Rep. Jack Kingston voted YES......send e-mail or see bio Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act of 2011 - Vote Passed (239-184, 8 Not Voting) This House bill would limit the EPA’s authority to override a state’s water pollution standards in favor of stricter standards. It is unclear if the Senate will take up the bill. The White House has issued a veto threat. Rep. Jack Kingston voted YES......send e-mail or see bio Energy-Water Appropriations, FY2012 - Vote Passed (219-196, 16 Not Voting) The House passed this 2012 fiscal year spending bill that would provide $30.6 billion to the Department of Energy, the Army Corps of Engineers and various water projects. The Senate has not written its version of the bill yet. Rep. Jack Kingston voted YES......send e-mail or see bio | |
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| Military Construction-VA Appropriations, FY2012 - H.R.2055 The Senate is scheduled to work on this $144 billion bill funding the Department of Veterans Affairs and military construction projects in the upcoming fiscal year. Cut, Cap and Balance Act of 2011 - H.R.2560 The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would put caps on spending and raise the debt limit if Congress submits a balanced-budget constitutional amendment to the states. Consumer Financial Protection Safety and Soundness Improvement Act of 2011 - H.R.1315 This House bill would make it easier to overturn rules and regulations issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Legislative Branch Appropriations, FY2012 - H.R.2551 The House is set to take up this bill funding House and Senate operations and salaries in the upcoming fiscal year. | |
THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF JULY 18, 2011
WEEK OF JULY 18, 2011
MONDAY, JULY 18TH
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.
H.R. 33 - To amend the Securities Act of 1933 to specify when certain securities issued in connection with church plans are treated as exempted securities for purposes of that Act (Suspension, 40 minutes of debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Judy Biggert / Financial Services Committee)
TUESDAY, JULY 19TH
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
H.R. 2560 - Cut, Cap, and Balance Act of 2011 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Jason Chaffetz / Budget Committee / Rules Committee / Ways and Means Committee)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20TH
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
H.R. 2553 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2011, Part IV (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. John Mica / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee / Ways and Means Committee)
H.J.Res. 66 - Approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 (Suspension, 40 minutes of debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Joseph Crowley / Ways and Means Committee)
THURSDAY, JULY 21ST, AND FRIDAY, JULY 22ND
On Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
H.R. 1315 - Consumer Financial Protection Safety and Soundness Improvement Act of 2011, Rules Committee Print (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Sean Duffy / Financial Services Committee)
H.R. 2551 - Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Ander Crenshaw / Appropriations Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Energy and the Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Hearing on
“Regulatory Reform Series #5 - FDA Medical Device Regulation: Impact on American Patients, Innovation and Jobs” (Wednesday, July 20th, 10:30 a.m.)
Energy and the Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Hearing on
“Regulatory Reform Series #5 - FDA Medical Device Regulation: Impact on American Patients, Innovation and Jobs” (Wednesday, July 20th, 10:30 a.m.)
THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF JULY 11, 2011
WEEK OF JULY 11, 2011
MONDAY, JULY 11TH
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.
Continue Consideration of H.R. 2354 - Energy and Water Appropriations Act, 2012 (Open Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen / Appropriations Committee)
The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order any amendment offered that complies with the House rules.
H.R. 2417 - Better Use of Light Bulbs (BULB) Act (Suspension, 40 Minutes of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Joe Barton / Energy and Commerce Committee)
TUESDAY, JULY 12TH, AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Thursday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Friday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
H.R. 1309 - Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2011 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Judy Biggert / Financial Services Committee)
The Rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendments and allows for the Chairman or his designee to offer amendments en bloc:
Rep. Judy Biggert Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Spencer Bachus Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Jackie Speier Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Jeff Flake Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Ros-Lehtinen / Rivera / Wilson (FL) / Hinojosa / Holt Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Doris Matsui Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Lee Terry / Rick Berg Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Maxine Waters Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Steven Palazzo Amendment #27 (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Tim Walberg Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Dennis Cardoza Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Dan Burton / Pete Stark Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. James McGovern Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Kevin Brady Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Henry Cuellar Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Reps. Sherman / Bachus / Meeks / Gregory Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. David Loebsack Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Steven Palazzo Amendment #28 (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Lynn Westmoreland Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Candice Miller Amendment #5 (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Quico Canseco Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Bobby Scott Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Tim Walz Amendment (10 minutes of debate)
Rep. Candice Miller Amendment #7 (10 minutes of debate)
H.R. 2018 - Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act of 2011 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. John Mica / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee)
Complete Consideration of H.R. 2354 - Energy and Water Appropriations Act, 2012 (Open Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen / Appropriations Committee)
The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order any amendment offered that complies with the House rules.
Begin Consideration of H.R. 2434 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2012 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Jo Ann Emerson / Appropriations Committee)
Possible Consideration of Legislation Related to H.R. 658 - FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (Sponsored by Rep. John Mica / Transportation and Infrastructure Committee / Science and Technology Committee / Judiciary Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Energy and the Commerce and Budget Committee Hearings on
“IPAB: The Controversial Consequences for Medicare and Seniors”
Energy and the Commerce and Budget Committee Hearings on
“IPAB: The Controversial Consequences for Medicare and Seniors”
| June 27, 2011 In this MegaVote for Georgia's 1st Congressional District: Recent Congressional Votes
Upcoming Congressional Bills
Editor's Note: The House is in recess this week. | |
| Recent Senate Votes | |
| Confirmation of Leon E. Panetta to be Secretary of Defense - Vote Confirmed (100-0) Current CIA Director Leon E. Panetta was confirmed to be the next Secretary of Defense. Panetta succeeds Secretary Robert Gates, who is retiring at the end of June. Sen. Saxby Chambliss voted YES......send e-mail or see bio Sen. Johnny Isakson voted YES......send e-mail or see bio | |
| Recent House Votes | |
| Jobs and Energy Permitting Act of 2011 - Vote Passed (253-166, 12 Not Voting) This House bill would require the EPA to complete action within six months on air pollution permit applications for offshore oil and gas drilling. A companion measure has been introduced in the Senate but its future is unclear. The administration opposes the bill. Rep. Jack Kingston voted YES......send e-mail or see bio America Invents Act - Vote Passed (304-117, 10 Not Voting) The House passed this bill that would make changes to the patent system. The Senate passed its version of the bill in March 2011. Negotiators will likely meet this summer to work out a compromise bill. The administration has expressed support for the House bill. Rep. Jack Kingston voted NO......send e-mail or see bio Authorizing the limited use of the United States Armed Forces in support of the NATO mission in Libya - Vote Failed (123-295, 13 Not Voting) The House rejected a resolution that would have authorized the use of U.S. military force in Libya for one year. Rep. Jack Kingston voted NO......send e-mail or see bio To limit the use of funds to support NATO Operation Unified Protector with respect to Libya - Vote Failed (180-238, 13 Not Voting) The House rejected this bill that would have defunded U.S. military involvement in NATO activities in Libya. U.S. participation would have been restricted to support operations such as intelligence, surveillance, and search and rescue. Rep. Jack Kingston voted YES......send e-mail or see bio | |
| Upcoming Votes | |
| Presidential Appointment Efficiency and Streamlining Act of 2011 - S.679 The Senate is scheduled to work on this bill to reduce the number of executive branch appointments that require Senate confirmation. | |
THE LEADER'S WEEKLY SCHEDULE
WEEK OF JUNE 13, 2011
WEEK OF JUNE 13, 2011
MONDAY, JUNE 13TH
On Monday, the House will meet at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. **Members are advised that the 6:30 p.m. vote series is expected to last longer than usual.**
Continue Consideration of H.R. 2055 - The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 (Open Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. John Culberson / Appropriations Committee)
The rule provides for no further general debate and makes in order any amendment offered that complies with the House rules.
TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
On Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. Former Members Day will be held on the House Floor from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Begin Consideration of H.R. 2112 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Jack Kingston / Appropriations Committee)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15TH, AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business.
On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes for the week are expected no later than 3:00 p.m.
On Friday, the House is not in session.
Continue Consideration of H.R. 2112 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Jack Kingston / Appropriations Committee)
Possible Consideration H.R. 1249 - America Invents Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Lamar Smith / Judiciary Committee / Budget Committee)
COMMITTEE ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK
Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing on 2011 PPACA’s Effects on Maintaining Health Coverage and Jobs: A Review of the Health Care Law’s Regulatory Burden
(Wednesday, June 15th, at 3:00 p.m.)
Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing on 2011 PPACA’s Effects on Maintaining Health Coverage and Jobs: A Review of the Health Care Law’s Regulatory Burden
(Wednesday, June 15th, at 3:00 p.m.)
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