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2012 Congressional Art Competition
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National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service
Police officers from across the United States gathered on the West Front lawn of the U.S. Capitol for the 31st annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service.
Legislative Activity
Upcoming Events
| Time (EST) | Session |
|---|---|
| 5/21 9:00 am |
Hearing: Oversight Field Hearing on "Failed Federal Forest Policies: Endangering Jobs, Forests and Species" Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands |
| 5/21 1:00 pm |
Field Hearing: Stopping the Flow of Illicit Drugs in Arizona by Leveraging State, Local and Federal Information Committee on Homeland Security: Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security |
| 5/31 10:15 am |
Hearing: Reviewing the Implementation of Major Provisions of the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 Committee on Veterans' Affairs: Full Committee |
Legislative Day of May 18, 2012
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 3:22 P.M. - | The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on May 22, 2012. |
| 3:21 P.M. - | On motion to adjourn Agreed to by voice vote. |
| 3:21 P.M. - | Mr. Woodall moved that the House do now adjourn. |
| 1:24 P.M. - | SPECIAL ORDER SPEECHES - The House resumed Special Order speeches. |
| 1:22 P.M. - | The Speaker laid before the House a message from the President transmitting a notification that the national emergency with respect to the stabilization of Iraq will continue in effect beyond May 22, 2012 - referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs and ordered to be printed. |
| View the full Floor Proceedings from the Clerk of the House | |
Most Recent Votes
| Roll | Date | Bill | Result | Title/Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 256 | 05-16 | H R 4119 | Passed | Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2012 |
| 255 | 05-16 | H RES 656 | Passed | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4970) to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4310) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 |
| 254 | 05-16 | H RES 656 | Passed | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4970) to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4310) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 |
| 253 | 05-16 | H RES 656 | Passed | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4970) to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4310) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 |
| 252 | 05-15 | H R 205 | Passed | To amend the Act titled “An Act to authorize the leasing of restricted Indian lands for public, religious, educational, recreational, residential, business, and other purposes requiring the grant of long-term leases”, to provide for Indian tribes to enter into leases without approval from the Secretary of the Interior |
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Speaker of the House: Rep. John Boehner
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Republican Leadership
Majority Leader
Rep. Eric Cantor
Majority Whip
Rep. Kevin McCarthy
Conference Chairman
Rep. Jeb Hensarling
Policy Committee Chairman
Rep. Tom Price
Democratic Leadership
Democratic Leader
Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Democratic Whip
Rep. Steny Hoyer
Assistant Democratic Leader
Rep. James Clyburn
Democratic Caucus
Rep. John Larson
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Patrick J. Conroy
Chief Administrative Officer
Dan Strodel
Clerk of the House
Karen Haas
Sergeant at Arms
Paul D. Irving
Historian of the House
Matthew Wasniewski
Inspector General
Theresa Grafenstine
Office of Congressional Ethics
Porter J. Goss, Chairman
Public Disclosure
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Life at the House
Each year, young artists from around the country compete to have their artwork displayed at the Capitol.
Steeped in history, rich with tradition, the United States Botanic Garden (USBG) is one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America.
A welcoming and educational environment for visitors to learn about the House and the Senate.
An educational and entertaining website about the House for students of all age levels.
Employment opportunities at the House for injured veterans.
Weekly historical highlights from the Clerk of the House.
Since 1828, the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) has provided protection for Congress.
Learn about vacancies with House members, committees, and support organizations.
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The House's rich heritage comes alive through the stories of staff, representatives, and their families.
Biographical sketches of former and current members of the House and Senate.
Profiles, artifacts, images, historical essays, data, and educational resources related to women members of Congress.
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