scheduled for 1:45 p.m. eastern. now live to the senate floor on c-span2. the senate. the chaplain, dr. black, will lead the senate in prayer. the chaplain: let us pray. eternal god, a light to a dark name. lord, continue to guide our senators. use them to bring a little more light and truth to our nation. help them to remember that your timing is not their timing but your providence will prevail. may they embrace the demands of a life of integrity, a life that refuses to give into fear, hypocrisy and hatred. lord, you are our strength and shield and we trust you to guide our steps. we pray in your strong name. amen. the presiding officer: please join me in reciting the pledge to the flag. i pledge allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. the presiding officer: the clerk will read a communication to the senate. the clerk: washington d.c, february 13, 20