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On the recordJuly 11, 2014
I rise for the purpose of inquiring of the schedule for the week to come, and I am pleased to yield to Mr. McCarthy, the majority leader-elect. I appreciate his stance. We had the opportunity to have lunch. I am hopeful that we can have a very productive relationship, as I am sure this House and the country is. I am pleased to yield to my friend, Mr. McCarthy, the majority leader-elect. Mr. McCARTHY of California. I thank the gentleman for yielding, and I look forward to a very strong working relationship with you. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, the House will meet at noon for morning-hour and 2 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the House will meet at 10 a.m. for morning-hour and noon for legislative business. On Thursday, the House will meet at 9 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes of the week are expected no later than 3 p.m. On Friday, no votes are expected. Mr. Speaker, the House will consider a few suspensions next week, a complete list of which will be announced by close of business today. In addition, the House will consider H.R. 5016, the fiscal year 2015 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, sponsored by Chairman Ander Crenshaw. Members are advised that debate on the bill and amendments will begin Monday night after the 6:30 p.m. vote series.…
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Steny Hoyer
Democratic · Maryland
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Jul 11, 2014

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