Congressional Record — January 20, 2025

Overview of the day

The legislative activity for this date centered on the Senate's consideration and passage of the Laken Riley Act, the confirmation process for Cabinet nominees, and the publication of committee rules in the House. The day was also marked by the 60th Inaugural Ceremony and the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Summary of the House proceedings

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure submitted its rules for the 119th Congress for publication.

Summary of Senate proceedings

S. 5 was passed, which requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to take into custody aliens charged with theft, burglary, larceny, shoplifting, or assault of a law enforcement officer, or crimes resulting in death or serious bodily injury.
S. 5 had 1 amendment proposed to it.
A vote was held on amendment No. 8 to S. 5, which was agreed to.
A vote was held on the passage of S. 5, which was passed.