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The House debated and passed health reform legislation by a vote of 220-215. One Republican, Rep. Joseph Cao (R-LA), voted for the bill and 39 Democrats voted against the legislation.

Representative Tim Bishop talked about debate over a bill (HR 3221) that would change the federal student loan program, essentially putting all new federal student loans in the hands of gove…

The House debated and passed several bills under suspension of the rules, including one to track absentee ballots and another to expand assistance for small businesses. Members also gave one…

At aproximately 6:30 p.m. Representative Issa insisted that the clerk read a lengthy motion to recommit aloud.

The House passed a bill reauthorizing programs for the State Department, United Nations, and other diplomatic programs.

Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke testified about the state of the U.S. economy and challenges to future growth in the economy. In his remarks he said the U.S. would see mild economic growt…

The House began debate on the fiscal year 2010 federal budget conference report.

The House debated and voted on several bills, including one that designated a person to distribute campaign funds in the event of a candidate’s death. They also agreed to go to conference wi…

Secretary Arne Duncan testified about the proposed fiscal year 2010 budget for the Department of Education. In his testimony, he outlined the Obama administration’s plans to eliminate subsi…

The House passed a bill limiting executive compensation for TARP (Troubled Asset Relief Program) recipients. Members also debated a bill dealing with tobacco regulation and began work on the…

The House Budget Committee met to mark up the fiscal year 2010 budget resolution. Members offered amendments and debated various provisions of the budget proposal. They also talked about pro…

The House Budget Committee met to mark up the fiscal year 2010 budget resolution. Members offered amendments and debated various provisions of the budget proposal. They also talked about pro…