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The U.S. Senate met from 3:00 PM to 7:15 PM, addressing new legislation, committee appointments, and a key nomination. Here’s a breakdown of the day’s events:

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📜 New Legislation Introduced

The Senate introduced 13 new bills (S. 492–504) and one resolution (S. Res. 68). These measures cover various policy areas and will be reviewed in committee.

📌 Committee Reports & Actions

• S. 68 – A bill prohibiting the suspension of small business loan collections related to COVID-19 was reported with amendments.
• S. 273 – A bill allowing nonprofit child care providers to access Small Business Administration loan programs was also reported, with one amendment.

⚖️ Key Senate Business & Votes

• Joint Committee on Taxation Appointments: The Committee on Finance appointed Senators Crapo, Grassley, Cornyn, Wyden, and Cantwell to serve on this influential tax policy committee.
• Tulsi Gabbard Nomination – Director of National Intelligence:
  • Debate continued on Gabbard’s nomination to lead the DNI.
  • A cloture motion (ending debate) was approved 52-46 (Vote No. 49).
  • The Senate will resume discussion at 10:00 AM on February 11, 2025 before proceeding to a final vote.

📂 Additional Senate Proceedings

• The Senate received messages from the House and referred several measures to committees.
• Statements on new bills and resolutions were made by senators.
• One official roll call vote was recorded (Vote No. 49).

⏭️ What’s Next?

• The Senate reconvenes at 10:00 AM on February 11, 2025, with further debate on the Gabbard nomination as the first item on the agenda.

Stay updated on Senate actions as they unfold!

The U.S. House of Representatives had a busy legislative day on February 10, 2025, with several key votes, debates, and procedural actions before adjourning at 8:06 PM. Here’s a breakdown of the most significant moments:

Major Votes & Bills Passed

✅ H.R. 736 – Beneficial Ownership Reporting Deadline

• Purpose: Modifies the deadline for businesses formed before January 1, 2024, to file beneficial ownership reports.
• Vote: Passed 408-0 under a suspension of the rules (which requires a two-thirds majority).

✅ H.R. 692 – IMF Transparency on China’s Exchange Rate Policies

• Purpose: Directs the U.S. Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to advocate for greater transparency regarding China’s exchange rate policies.
• Vote: Passed 388-7 under suspension of the rules.

✅ H.R. 965 – Disability Benefits & Housing Eligibility

• Purpose: Excludes certain disability benefits from income calculations when determining eligibility for the Section 8 housing program.
• Vote: Passed by voice vote.

✅ H.R. 975 – Credit Union Board Meetings

• Purpose: Adjusts how often credit union boards are required to meet.
• Vote: Passed by voice vote.

✅ H.R. 386 – IMF & Chinese Currency Weighting

• Purpose: Directs U.S. officials at the IMF to oppose any increase in the Chinese renminbi’s weight in the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) basket.
• Vote: Passed by voice vote.

✅ H.R. 224 – Housing & Disability Benefits

• Purpose: Ensures that service-connected disability compensation is not counted as income when determining low- and moderate-income housing eligibility.
• Vote: Passed by voice vote.

Procedural Actions & Special Order Speeches

• The House held morning-hour and one-minute speeches early in the day.
• After legislative business, Members delivered Special Order speeches, typically used for addressing issues of personal or political significance.
• The House adjourned at 8:06 PM after Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) motioned to adjourn, which passed by voice vote.

Looking Ahead

The House is scheduled to reconvene at 10:00 AM on February 11, 2025, to continue legislative business.

Stay tuned for more updates on congressional action!