Opinion · 116th Congress
Pandemics change, but Congress stays the same
Despite the grim numbers, the Senate largely kept to its schedule.
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Policy · 116th Congress
Delta: Aid means it can’t fire workers, but it can cut hours
[Airline leaders grilled over safety, refunds and use of loans] The company has reduced its flight schedule by more than 70 percent and parked more than 600 aircraft.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
Meet the punk rock-loving ‘voice of Congress’ soothing House watchers through the pandemic
Though the floor schedule has been light this spring as House members mostly stayed away from Washington, Novotny said “there’s still a tremendous amount of work to do behind the scenes.”
White House · 116th Congress
To boost hobbled economy, Trump orders agencies to ease rules
The virus has muddled the congressional schedule.
Congress · 116th Congress
This GOP member defends sleeping in his office, says it isn’t a health hazard
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy once told People magazine that sleeping in his office comports with his demanding schedule and he catches showers in the House gym.
Policy · 116th Congress
EPA enforcement rollback challenged by attorneys general
While the virus has muddled Congress’ schedule, rules issued after May 19 could be subject to the CRA in the next Congress, according to George Washington University’s Regulatory Studies Center.
Congress · 116th Congress
House vote on aid bill set despite Democrats upset over omissions
But leadership decided to proceed on schedule, indicating confidence that they have the votes to pass the huge package.
Congress · 116th Congress
House to vote Friday on coronavirus relief, proxy voting rule
Less than two hours later, Hoyer sent a schedule update making the Friday votes official after Democrats released text of the bill, which they’re calling the HEROES Act.
Congress · 116th Congress
These senators are grounded in DC as coronavirus disrupts travel
Hirono were to return home, they would also face the two-week quarantine and by the time that period ended, Hirono said she may have to turn around and head back to Washington, depending on the Senate schedule
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
‘Adapt and overcome’: A veteran Blue Star mom hits the ‘virtual’ campaign trail
“A schedule helps me. I try to get to bed at a set hour and get between seven to eight hours sleep every night. It’s really important. And I try not to get too tied up in the TV.
Congress · 116th Congress
Why Trump didn’t have to veto the Iran resolution until Wednesday
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., will now need to schedule a veto override vote, which is likely to fall short of the two-thirds vote needed to override Trump’s veto.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
Roof rescue: Ducklings go from stuck at the library to swimming in the pool
Their arrival was more or less on schedule. This is the time of year that broods usually start to show up at the pool, and as of Monday morning, three were there already.
Congress · 116th Congress
McConnell-Pelosi decision to decline rapid coronavirus testing stirs questions, concerns on Hill
McCarthy also proposed a staggered schedule and teeing up bills for the end of the week or work period.
Congress · 116th Congress
Both chambers of Congress to return May 4, despite pandemic recommendations
With a return now set for next week, both chambers are expected to hold regular weekly legislative sessions through May 22 before leaving for a weeklong Memorial Day recess, according to the schedule
Congress · 116th Congress
House unveils proposal for remote committee work and proxy votes
And if there are changes to the vote schedule, such as a procedural vote or changes to the underlying bill text, a member would have to send written instructions via email to their proxy.
Policy · 116th Congress
EPA and Interior ease rules amid pandemic as repeal window nears
EPA spokesperson Corry Schiermeyer said the agency is not rushing through regulations but rather continuing to follow the schedule outlined in its regulatory agenda released in November.
Congress · 116th Congress
Pelosi teases plans for coronavirus relief, select committee votes
Speaker Nancy Pelosi outlines plans for House schedule, possible procedures for interim coronavirus aid package.
Congress · 116th Congress
House’s expected return delayed to May 4
[jwp-video n=”1″] The House schedule announcement follows days with little movement on a spending package that would reinforce funding for small-business loans that could run dry by the end
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
Congressional baseball game interrupted for first time in nearly 60 years
While parties have proposed some specific dates, organizers are waiting for Major League Baseball to reset its schedule before finalizing an exact date and making it public.
Congress · 116th Congress
‘Paper hearings’ replace committee staple in the Senate
“At this point, no decisions have been made, but as this crisis evolves, the committee will announce changes to the anticipated markup schedule.”