On the 18th day of a government shutdown, the House approved a suspension bill reauthorizing public emergency health programs. Members observed a moment of silence for the victims of the…
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The House speaker held a ceremonial swearing-in ceremony with newly-elected representatives. The event happens at the start of each Congress. The official swearing-in ceremony took place…
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The House considered bills under suspension of the rules including a bill designating former President George W. Bush’s childhood home in Midland, Texas as part of the National Park System.…
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The House passed two bills concerning health care costs. One expands health savings accounts. The other expands access to low-premium health insurance plans.
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The House voted on bills debated earlier under suspension of the rules.
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The House passed a bill that reconciles Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Justice Department standards for antitrust cases. Members also approved a measure that would require state or…
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The House debated a constitutional amendment that would require the federal government to operate under a balanced budget each year.
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The House voted on bills debated previously under suspension of the rules. Members also observed a moment of silence in memory of Representative Louise Slaughter (D-NY) who died on March 16…
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The House approved a bill that would redefine the term “joint employer” to ensure that franchises and temporary agencies are not held liable for the working conditions of employees. Members…
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The House passed the Senate amendment to H.Con.Res. 71, the fiscal year 2018 budget resolution with tax reform framework included.
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The House continued work on a fiscal year 2018 budget resolution, House Continuing Resolution 71. It calls for a balanced budget in 10 years by 2027 and provided instruction to overhaul the…
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The House approved a number of bills, including one imposing additional sanctions against Russia, North Korea, and Iran. The legislation would also stop President Trump from removing any…
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The House passed a bill that authorizes the interior secretary to coordinate the federal and state permitting process relating to the construction of surface water storage projects.
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The House passed a replacement bill for the 2010 Dodd-Frank financial regulation law.
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The House passed several bills dealing with veterans and child protection.
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The House debated and passed several bills, including one that would impose new sanctions on those who do business with or provide financing to the Syrian government. Several Democratic members…
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The House passed three resolutions disapproving Obama administration regulations on land use and education issues.
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The House approved the Senate-passed budget resolution for fiscal year 2017, which includes instructions to committees to draft Affordable Care Act Repeal legislation.
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House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin) held a ceremonial swearing-in and photo opportunity with members of the 115th Congress and their families. The event happens at the start of each…
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