Today at a Glance: March 18, 2013
The Senate resumes consideration of the continuing resolution to fund the government through the rest of fiscal 2013. At 5:30 p.m., the Senate will vote either on cloture of the substitute amendment to the CR or on an amendment, if senators are able to work out a list of amendments by then.
The House considers two resolutions that would authorize the use of the Capitol Grounds for events.
Senate
Convenes at 2 p.m.
Votes expected 5:30 p.m.
Roll call votes expected
HR 933
— Continuing resolution
Hearing
Judiciary holds a hearing on immigration. 2 p.m., 226 Dirksen
House
Convenes at 2 p.m. for legislative business.
Votes postponed until 6:30 p.m.
Under suspension of the rules:
H Con Res 18
— Use of Capitol Grounds for National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service
H Con Res 19
— Use of Capitol Grounds for Greater Washington Soap Box Derby
Markup
Rules considers rules for floor debate for the chamber’s fiscal 2014 budget resolution. 5 p.m., H-313 Capitol
Hearings
Financial Services Appropriations Subcommittee holds a hearing on its fiscal 2014 spending bill. 3 p.m., 2359 Rayburn
Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health holds a hearing on the sustainability of entitlement programs. 4 p.m., 2322 Rayburn