The speaker the house will be in order. The prayer will be offered by our chaplain, father conroy. Chaplain conroy let us pray. Lord of heaven and earth, we give you thanks for giving us another day. Darkness descends upon us as the days grows shorter and the cold chases us to withdraw inside. Be for us the light we long for. The very promise of change creates expectation. Of your st hints dawn, banish all fear and hesitation. May those who live on the margins of americas rich blessings have peace and prosperity, too. Of your dawn, banish all fear and because you are always faithful, strengthsen us with your mighty arm that this congress may be unified in lifting your people to renewed hope. May all that is done in the peoples house be for your greater honor and glory, amen. The speaker the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the house his approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. For what purpose does the ge