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Today at a Glance: Jan. 4, 2013

The House is set to pass an increase of $9.7 billion in borrowing authority for the National Flood Insurance Program. An aide to Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., said the Senate would most likely clear the measure Friday by unanimous consent after House passage.

At 1 p.m., both chambers will convene a Joint Session of Congress to count Electoral Ballots.

House

Convenes at 10 a.m. for legislative business

First and last votes expected: 10:45 – 11:15 a.m.

Under suspension of the rules:

HR 41 — Flood insurance borrowing authority

Senate

Stands in recess until 12:30 p.m.

Roll call votes possible.

HR 41 — Flood insurance borrowing authority

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