Today at a Glance: Dec. 17, 2012
The House will consider two measures under suspension of the rules, including one that would authorize issuance of right-of-way permits for natural gas pipelines in Glacier National Park.
The Senate will begin consideration of the legislative vehicle for the emergency supplemental appropriations bill that would help communities hit by Superstorm Sandy.
In executive session, that chamber will also consider two judicial nominations.
House
Convenes at noon for morning business.
Convenes at 2 p.m. for legislative business.
Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m.
Under suspension of the rules
HR 4606
— Natural gas pipeline permits
S 3193
— Tribal land transfer
Senate
Convenes at 2 p.m.
Proceeds to executive session at 5 p.m.; votes expected at 5:30 p.m.
Roll call votes possible
HR 1
— Superstorm Sandy aid
Nominations
Fernando M. Olguin to be a U.S. District Judge for the Central District of California, and Thomas M. Durkin to be U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Illinois.