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The following is a roundup of political activity going on in Washington and across the nation. It’s courtesy of Scott Wilk, Community Organizer, and Anchor Consulting group. The Beacon will be posting these daily as they become available.
In the House:
- The House convenes at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business.
- Last votes are expected at 3:00 p.m.
- One Minutes (10 per side)
- H.R. 965 – Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network Continuing Authorization Act (Modified Closed Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Sarbanes / Natural Resources Committee)
- The rule provides for one hour of general debate and makes in order the following amendment
- Bishop (UT) Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (20 minutes)
- B) Special Orders
- Can Pelosi Win Over Wary Dems on Health Care? - As Congress returned to Washington on Sept. 8, House Democrats spent much of the day trading war stories and tending to one another’s wounds from the bruising town halls that dominated their August recess. (Time)
In the Senate:
- The Senate convenes at 9:30am.
- Morning Business until 12:30pm with the time equally divided and controlled between the two leaders or their designees. The time during morning business is dedicated for tributes to the late Senator Edward Kennedy.
- Following morning business, the Senate will proceed to Executive Session and will resume consideration of the nomination of Cass Sunstein to be Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget. Senators should expect a vote on confirmation of the nomination tomorrow evening. If all post-cloture debate time is used, the vote would occur around 11:30pm. Senators will be notified when that vote is scheduled.
- Finally, the Majority Leader has announced that he may turn to the consideration of the Transportation Appropriations bill following disposition of the Sunstein nomination.
- Senate pays tribute to Kennedy, looks ahead; Democrats ponder fate of health care bill (Boston Globe)
Other News:
- ‘Now Is the Season for Action;’ President Tells Congress and TV Audience That Status Quo Is Not Acceptable - Declaring that the “time for bickering is over,” President Obama sought to revive the prospects for the passage of far-reaching health-care reform by seizing ownership Wednesday night of an initiative he has largely left in lawmakers’ hands. (Wash Post)
- Dodd Decision Raises Odds for Overhaul of Financial Rules - Sen. Christopher Dodd’s decision to remain chairman of the Senate Banking Committee could mean bad news for a financial-services industry facing congressional efforts to strengthen consumer protections and revamp financial regulations. (WSJ)
- Watchdog Says Energy Department Not Prepared for Stimulus Funds - The Department of Energy isn’t fully prepared to successfully manage $38 billion in Recovery Act funding, despite restructuring its protocols, the agency’s inspector general said Wednesday. (WSJ)
- States Face Drop in Casino and Lottery Revenues for First Time - Casinos and lotteries in most states are reporting a downturn in revenue for the first time, resulting in a drop in the money collected by state and local governments, according to new state data. (NY Times)
- Supreme Court hears arguments for corporate funding of candidates - Big companies, industries and possibly unions may be allowed to fund ads for and against candidates. A decision could reshape American politics starting with the 2010 congressional campaign. (LA Times)
Federal Grant of the Day:
- Museums for America – IMLS- Museums for America grants strengthen a museum’s ability to serve the public more effectively by supporting high-priority activities that advance the institution’s mission and strategic goals. Museums for America grants are designed to be flexible: funds can be used for a wide variety of projects, including: ongoing museum work, research and other behind-the-scenes activities, planning, new programs, purchase of equipment or services, and activities that will support the efforts of museums to upgrade and integrate new technologies. Grants are awarded in the following categories: Engaging Communities (Education, Exhibitions, and Interpretation); Building Institutional Capacity (Management, Policy, and Training); and Collections Stewardship. The closing date for receipt of applications under this announcement is November 2, 2009. See IMLS for more information.
Today in History:
- September 10, 1813 “We have met the enemy, and they are ours.” –message sent by Oliver H. Perry after an American naval force defeated the British in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.
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