WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17TH
On Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. First votes expected: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Last votes expected: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
One Minute Speeches
H.J.Res. 17 – Removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment (Closed Rule, One Hour of Debate) (Sponsored by Rep. Jackie Speier / Judiciary Committee)
H.R. 1620 – Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee / Judiciary Committee)
The Rule provides for one hour of debate, makes in order the following amendments, and allows for amendments to be offered en bloc:
A list of the 41 amendments made in order can be found HERE
Postponed Suspension Votes:
1) H.R. 1085 – To award three congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Nancy Pelosi / Financial Services Committee)
2) H.R. 1651 – COVID-19 Bankruptcy Relief Extension Act of 2021, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Jerry Nadler / Judiciary Committee)
3) H.R. 1652 – VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act of 2021, as amended (Sponsored by Rep. Jerry Nadler / Judiciary Committee)
Special Order Speeches