Congress · 118th Congress
Republicans say in-person Congress will help bipartisanship; not everyone agrees
With multiple committee assignments, lawmakers can be torn between clashing schedules or stuck in meetings that drag into the night.
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Congress · 118th Congress
Schedules and snipes: The colloquy tradition rolls on
Last Congress, Scalise had regular opportunities to ask about Democrats' agenda during floor colloquies. Now the shoe’s on the other foot.
Congress · 117th Congress
Restaurant, small-business aid bill vote expected next week
But they both acknowledged Wednesday they’re still not yet there and probably won’t be able to firm up whip counts until Schumer officially schedules the bill for floor action.
Congress · 116th Congress
Toomey Fed demand rocks coronavirus relief bill talks
Hoyer, D-Md., said on the floor that plans and schedules should stay flexible. He recessed the chamber until 5 p.m. while talks continue.
Congress · 116th Congress
House delays vote on partisan virus aid bill amid last-ditch talks
“What I told members today is keep their schedules flexible.” Both parties have been itching for a new round of pandemic relief before lawmakers go home to campaign for reelection.
Congress · 116th Congress
Coronavirus relief talks stuck on scope of aid
However, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer urged members to keep their schedules clear for an emergency session whenever there is a negotiated package ready to pass.
Congress · 116th Congress
Both chambers of Congress to return May 4, despite pandemic recommendations
Public transit modes in Washington, Virginia and Maryland are operating on extremely reduced schedules and schools remain closed, which may cause staff to remain working from home despite the Senate
Congress · 116th Congress
Coronavirus disrupts appropriations schedule
Hoyer, D-Md., told members Tuesday that they should keep their schedules “very flexible.”
Congress · 116th Congress
House may cancel recesses, extend legislative weeks for days lost to pandemic
“I would urge you to keep your schedules very flexible,” the Maryland Democrat said in a “Dear Colleague” letter.
Congress · 116th Congress
Impeachment news roundup: Jan. 10
Stay loose: Republican senators were told by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday to keep their schedules flexible for the end of next week when they might take up impeachment.
Congress · 116th Congress
Some lawmakers question amount of time spent in committees
Members say their schedules have become so hectic and compressed that the courtesy, which the committee has extended for years, is needed.
Congress · 116th Congress
GOP members confirm Bernhardt met with group tied to ex-client
CQ Roll Call first reported in April that versions of Bernhardt’s schedules posted online two days before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted to approve his nomination to be secretary
Congress · 116th Congress
Bernhardt’s office acknowledges meetings left off schedule
Secretary David Bernhardt’s staff intentionally left controversial meetings with representatives of fossil fuel, timber and water interests off his public calendar, citing “internal protocol” governing his schedules