Today at a Glance: Jan. 31, 2013
The Senate proceeds to the debt limit suspension legislation. The chamber expects to vote on amendments, a motion to commit and then passage of the bill.
The House is in recess.
Senate
Convenes at 9:30 a.m.
Roll call votes expected.
HR 325 — Debt limit suspension legislation
Markup
Judiciary marks up pending legislation and votes on U.S. circuit court nominations. 10 a.m., 226 Dirksen
Hearings
Armed Services holds a confirmation hearing on the nomination of former Sen. Chuck Hagel to be secretary of Defense. 9:30 a.m., G-50 Dirksen
Health, Education, Labor and Pensions holds a hearing on pension savings. 10 a.m., 430 Dirksen
Environment and Public Works holds a hearing on the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. 10 a.m., 406 Dirksen
Judiciary meets to organize for the 113th Congress. 10 a.m., 226 Dirksen
Intelligence holds a closed hearing on pending intelligence matters. 2:30 p.m., 219 Hart
House
Not in session.