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ONE MINUTE SPEECHES - The House proceeded with one minute speeches which by direction of the Chair, would be limited to 15 per side of the aisle.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Chair designated Ms. Stefanik to lead the Members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

The Speaker announced approval of the Journal. Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Journal stands approved.

Today's prayer was offered by Rev. Robert Dillingham, Farina United Methodist Church, Farina, IL.

The House convened, returning from a recess continuing the legislative day of March 29.

The Speaker announced that the House do now recess. The next meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. today.

MORNING-HOUR DEBATE - The House proceeded with Morning-Hour Debate. At the conclusion of Morning-Hour, the House will recess until 12:00 p.m. for the start of legislative business.

The Speaker designated the Honorable Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.

The House convened, starting a new legislative day.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Protecting the Privacy of Customers of Broadband and Other Telecommunications Services". (03/28/2017 legislative day)

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 34) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Protecting the Privacy of Customers of Broadband and Other Telecommunications Services". (03/28/2017 legislative day)

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1430) to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from proposing, finalizing, or disseminating regulations or assessments based upon science that is not transparent or reproducible. (03/28/2017 legislative day)

A resolution designating March 22, 2017, as "National Rehabilitation Counselors Appreciation Day". (03/28/2017 legislative day)

The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on March 29, 2017.

On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote.

Mr. Gohmert moved that the House do now adjourn.

SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House has concluded all anticipated legislative business and has proceeded to Special Order speeches.

Investigative Subcommittee established by the Committee on Ethics - Pursuant to clause (5)(a)(4)(A) of Rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the Democratic Leader appointed the following members of the House to the Investigative Subcommittee established by the Committee on Ethics: Ms. Bonamici, Mr. Higgins of NY, Mr. Jeffries, Mr. Keating, Mr. Krishnamoorthi, Mr. Perlmutter, Mr. Raskin, Ms. Sewell of AL, Mr. Soto and Ms. Titus.

On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 205 (Roll no. 202).