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View this email in your browser Legislative Snapshot United We Stand                                  December 10, 2022 Join us on Monday, December 12th, to hear our guest speaker, Pastor Eric Teitelman. We will be blessed to hear Eric's end-of-year perspective as we near the end of 2022. Welcome!   Conference number: 717-908-1834 Access Code: 616137# Time: 8:00 p.m. EST Note: please mute your phones by dialing *6 to quell any background noise. Capitol Hill Prayer Partners P.O. Box 5152 Herndon, VA 20172-1970 chpp1994@gmail.com Please Visit the Website Here > > > WE WELCOME YOUR GIFTS! The Daily Brief: Legislative Snapshot Saturday, December 10, 2022 "For the kingdom is the LORD'S: and he is the governor among the nations." (Psalm 22:28) "We the People" "Standing United Together . . . Under the Cross of Christ" Today's Top Story: Kyrsten Sinema leaving Democratic Party to register as independent  https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/senate/kyrsten-sinema-leaving-democratic-party-register-independent    Kyrsten Sinema leaving Democratic Party to register as independent   Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema is registering as an independent, leaving the Democratic Party just days after it secured its 51st vote in the Senate to clinch an outright majority. The move is not expected to change the balance of power in the upper chamber next year, Politico reported Friday, and as of now, Democrats will still control Senate committees. Sinema won't caucus with the Republicans and said she will continue to vote the way she always has. “I’ve registered as an Arizona independent. I know some people might be a little bit surprised by this, but actually, I think it makes a lot of sense,” she told CNN's Jake Tapper on Thursday in an interview from her Senate office. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Friday he agreed to Sinema's request to keep her committee assignments and that Democrats will have a 51-49 majority in the chamber next year. Sinema, who has represented Arizona in the Senate since 2019 and served three terms in the House before that, explained her decision to change parties in an op-ed penned in the Arizona Republic Friday morning, casting herself as an independent voice in a highly partisan Congress. "When politicians are more focused on denying the opposition party a victory than they are on improving Americans’ lives, the people who lose are everyday Americans," she wrote. "That’s why I have joined the growing numbers of Arizonans who reject party politics by declaring my independence from the broken partisan system in Washington." (Washington Examiner) Read more.   - Father God, we honor Senator Kyrsten Sinema for her courageous action, and we pray for her protection in the days ahead. Thank You, Holy One, for creating this change of power in the United States Senate. Amen. - "Nothing is too difficult for thee." (Jeremiah 32:17)   TOP STORY 2: Putin says one missile will trigger 'hundreds' of warheads https://www.foxnews.com/world/putin-says-one-missile-trigger-hundreds-warheads-stark-message-nuclear-deterrence  Putin says one missile will trigger 'hundreds' of warheads  Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday once again drew international attention when he warned that if even one missile enters Russian territory, "hundreds" of warheads will respond. "I assure you, after the early warning system receives a signal of a missile attack, hundreds of our missiles are in the air," Putin said from a summit in Kyrgyzstan, Russian news outlet RIA reported. "It is impossible to stop them." "There will be nothing left of the enemy, because it is impossible to intercept a hundred missiles. This, of course, is a deterrent — a serious deterrent," he added. (Fox News) Read more here.   - Father God, we fear not Vladimir Putin. We only fear You. As we walk the walk of repentance, we entrust our lives unto You, Holy One . . . in Your name, amen. - "No weapon forged against you will prosper . . ." (Isaiah 54:17)  Top Story 3:  UN says Israel must give up nuclear weapons in lopsided vote   https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-724312   UN says Israel must give up nuclear weapons in lopsided vote   The United Nations General Assembly affirmed that Israel must give up its nuclear weapons in a 149-6 vote taken on Wednesday. An earlier version of the text was approved in the UNGA's Fifth Committee in October with a 152-5 vote. Ukraine had voted against Israel in the Fifth Committee, but this time around was absent from the proceedings after it had been criticized for standing against Israel. Those who opposed the resolution were: Canada, Israel, Micronesia, Palau and the United States. Liberia, which had been absent from the vote in October, changed its position and opposed the text. Another 26 countries, including India and many European states, abstained from the resolution which is part of an annual package of over 15 anti-Israel and pro-Palestinian texts the UNGA approves. (Jerusalem Post) Read more. - Father God, we thank You that our nation was among the few that opposed this dangerous resolution. We stand in the gap for those who voted against Israel, and we ask You to forgive them, for they know not what they do. Amen. - "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." (Luke 23:34)  Recent Floor Activity Daily Digests – House • Senate — Prayers — Committee Reports No more ‘Tiger Kings’ • Bill restricting big cat ownership made famous by ‘Tiger King’ roars through Senate, heads to Biden (H.R. 263) House, Congress sends same-sex marriage protection bill to Biden (H.R. 8404) • What's included Senate — Daily Leader Remarks • Actions begun, passed, declined House — Weekly Leader Colloquy • Bills • Actions passed House GOP support decreases for same-sex marriage corruption • 39 Republicans backed the bill • Who are they? • House Republican support shrinks despite religious liberty amendment • 7 Republicans Changed Their Minds to vote against • 10 House Republicans flipped their votes (some decided to support) • Republicans Slam House-Passed Respect for Marriage Act House passes annual defense bill (H.R. 7776) • In and out: The pet policies that survived inclusion in the $858 billion defense policy bill • bill allows military members access to abortion across state lines • Lawmakers agree to repeal military COVID injection mandate over Pentagon objections • Manchin permitting reform rider fails a second time Congress Last Week National Security / Military US national security demands divestment from Communist China Foreign Policy Hawley presses Blinken to prioritize arming Taiwan • Biden administration signs off on $425M in arms sales to Taiwan Democrats express 'deep concern' about reported Twitter suppression of protests in China • Bipartisan senators advance measure to support Iranian protesters WNBA star Brittney Griner freed in US-Russia prisoner swap • Republicans knock Biden for not freeing Whelan in prisoner swap Constitution Senate GOP No. 2: ‘Of course’ Trump wrong to talk suspending Constitution • Senate GOP pans Trump call to terminate constitution Homeland Security Texas House Republicans release border security plan Immigration One month, 30,000 border crossers land in 434 of 435 House districts • Don't Rearrange Deck Chairs of Legal Immigration as Border Burns Group of new House Dems call for immediate action to protect pathway to citizenship for Dreamers • Senators push last-minute bipartisan deal to boost border security, legalize 'Dreamers' Republicans shouldn’t fall for lame-duck session fool-me-twice immigration bill How China benefits from upending our legal immigration system (H.R. 3648) Budget Well-designed budget targets belong at the top of next Congress’s agenda Tax Policy This Christmas season, Congress should mandate an unborn-child tax credit Federal Spending Top Republicans ask watchdog to look at economic assistance to Ukraine White House asks Congress for $3B to cover anticipated rush of illegal immigrants Congress faces a funding time crunch • 'The clock ticks': Congress races to resolve high-stakes spending tug-of-war • Negotiators dig in over tax credits in spending bill McCarthy to McConnell amid omnibus deal talk: 'Wait till we're in charge' • Conservatives ramp up pressure on McConnell to block spending bill • McConnell floats short-term spending bill amid ‘significant impasse’ • Lawmakers try to work out omnibus as calls for short-term funding grow Lawmakers labor to break impasses stalling massive spending bill House Dems want to use DPA for electric transformers, seek $2.1B in funding Dems plot their own government funding plan as talks stall Executive Senators urge Agriculture secretary to help Western states in '22-year mega-drought' Don’t let special interests tie the FCC’s Hands Senators press FAA over flight evacuation rules Democrats tell Biden to ditch ‘punitive’ immigration measures GOP senators tune out House conservatives' impeachment calls Supreme Court Christian Advocate Tells Congress of 2014 U.S. Supreme Court Leak Justice — Punishing Evil, Praising Good (Romans 13:3-4; 1 Peter 2:14) Retired MMA champ honored by Congress for saving 17,000 from Afghanistan Cocaine sentencing reform hits 'tough negotiation moment' Second GOP Lawmaker Renounces Vote for ‘Disrespect for Marriage Act' Corruption — Praising Evil, Punishing Good (Isaiah 5:20) Senate Democrats introduce bill funding travel for abortions (S. 5227) Democratic Senate Foreign Relations Chairman joins critics blasting Griner/Bout release: ‘Deeply disturbing decision’ Commerce Policy Lawmakers seeking information from Ticketmaster over Taylor Swift debacle Senate Democrats gear up for battle with corporate America House Democrats release more documents they say show oil industry 'greenwashing' More than 70 lawmakers send letter calling on Biden to grant rail workers seven sick days Technology Policy Schumer open to reforming tech liability protections amid rising hate speech on Twitter Hawley: Section 230 liability shield 'allows platforms to escape any real accountability' Big Tech critics running low on time for major legislation Congress Schumer reelected as Senate majority leader Minnesota’s Klobuchar rises in U.S. Senate Democratic leadership Senate conservatives plot their second act after taking on McConnell Six pledges McCarthy has made for a GOP House as he aims for Speakership • Seven hardline House Republicans lay out Speaker demands amid McCarthy opposition • House Freedom Caucus Members Lay Out ‘Bold Agenda’ for GOP Speaker • Kevin McCarthy backed by key figures • Pragmatic ‘Main Street’ House GOP caucus urges colleagues to support McCarthy for Speaker House GOP committee chairs selection delayed amid McCarthy opposition Conservative think tank leader tells GOP to ‘get serious’ in new Congress McCarthy taps Mike Gallagher to chair planned China Select Committee Jeffries downplays notion of Democrats voting for moderate GOP Speaker • Incoming Democratic Whip Clark announces deputies Longtime Arizona GOP Rep. Jim Kolbe dies at 80 Alexandra Pelosi opens up about her father's attack, says 'I haven't slept since' Indiana Republican censured over same-sex marriage vote Sinema leaving Democratic Party, switches to independent • Why Sinema left • Sinema shakes up the Senate • What this means for Senate balance of power • Schumer says Sinema can keep committee assignments • Dems shrug off Sinema's switch • Senior Democrats extend olive branch • Progressives: ‘Typical Sinema’ • White House expects to 'work successfully' with Sinema • Top progressive firm drops Sinema as a client Boyle to succeed Yarmuth as top Democrat on Budget Committee Ways and Means chair contenders hone closing arguments Lingering Jan. 6 divisions on full display during ceremony honoring law enforcement • Police, Family of fallen officer snubs McConnell, McCarthy First Gen Z congressman-elect says he was denied DC apartment, noting 'really bad' credit • Rep.-elect Maxwell Frost says he was denied apartment in pricey DC • AOC offers to help Ocasio-Cortez under investigation by House Ethics Committee • AOC should face 'sanctioning' for Met Gala ethics breach, watchdog head says • AOC's Met Gala ethics violations 'much worse' than Maloney's, expert claims • AOC responds House panel directs Cawthorn to pay fine for improper crypto purchase Lawmakers take $186M in donations from business interests reliant on Chinese chips Markey says Musk has ghosted him in Twitter verification spat Pending Activity Committee Activity Key Democrats ask State, Defense for records on Kushner family business House Judiciary Approves Bill Requiring Radio Stations to Pay Royalties to Performers (H.R. 4130) House report says Commanders owner obstructed inquiry into 'toxic' workplace Jan. 6 panel to release report on Dec. 21, chairman says • panel reaches 'general agreement' on criminal referrals to DOJ • to release criminal referrals alongside final report • panel plans weekend meeting to consider criminal referrals • referrals may 'stiffen the spine' of prosecutors • committee considering criminal referrals for Trump, ~4 others: reports • Liz Cheney seizes on Trump's call to terminate Constitution Senator Wicker seeks U.S. Senate hearing following Musk release of “Twitter Files” House GOP probing 'secret' US-Saudi oil deal Republicans plan investigation into Biden's deadly Afghanistan withdrawal FTX founder Bankman-Fried agrees to testify at House hearing on collapse Floor Outlook Will Congress steal Christmas? Biden lacks clear legislative strategy after Democrats achieve Senate majority What a return to ‘old-fashioned transactional legislating’ can get through a divided Congress Jeffries and Schumer begin their Dem buddy act Heartland Democrats are feeling left out — again Hawley, Cruz, Rubio emerge as champions of GOP populism Senate Schumer prepares to lead Democrats with outright Senate majority What Sinema's party-switch means for the Senate House of Representatives Pelosi, Democrats seeks string of victories in final days Senate Floor Schedule 3 p.m., Monday, December 12, 2022 Program for Monday: Senate will resume consideration of the nomination of the nomination of Tamika R. Montgomery-Reeves, of Delaware, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit, post-cloture, and vote on confirmation thereon at 5:30 p.m. Senate began consideration of three nominations, two of which are still pending: Tamika R. Montgomery-Reeves, of Delaware, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit Dana M. Douglas, of Louisiana, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit House Floor Schedule MONDAY, DECEMBER 12TH On Monday, the House will meet at 12:00 p.m. for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13TH AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK On Tuesday and Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 12:00 p.m. for legislative business. On Thursday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. for legislative business. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules H.R. 3648 – Eagle Act of 2022 (Structured Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Zoe Lofgren / Judiciary Committee) S. 3905 – Preventing Organizational Conflicts of Interest in Federal Acquisition Act (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Sen. Gary Peters / Oversight and Reform Committee) S. 4003 – Law Enforcement De-Escalation Training Act of 2022 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Sen. John Cornyn / Judiciary Committee) Possible Consideration of H.R. 1948 – VA Employee Fairness Act of 2021 (Subject to a Rule) (Sponsored by Rep. Mark Takano / Veterans’ Affairs Committee) Consideration of Legislation Providing Further Funding for FY23 Additional Legislative Items Are Possible Complete list of Bills for the Week of December 12, 2022 Committee Meeting Schedules Senate Committee Meeting Schedules — Congress.gov Monday, December 12, 2022 Tuesday, December 13, 2022 Wednesday, December 14, 2022 Thursday, December 15, 2022 House Committee Meeting Schedules — Congress.gov Tuesday — December 13, 2022 Wednesday — December 14, 2022 Thursday — December 15, 2022 Our Weekly Call to Repentance CHPP Welcomes You to Join Us Every Week in One Hour of Repentance Sunday evening at 10:00 p.m. EDT Dial 717-908-1983 Access Code: 9301470# Dear Saints, A lifestyle of REPENTANCE is so close to the heart of God. Indeed, He commands us to  "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!" Matthew 3:2 How, then, can we approach His Throne of GRACE, in repentance? We invite you to join us every week on Sunday evening, as we explore this vital topic together. We present a different prayer focus each week, leading us into repentance, so that we might approach His Throne of Grace in repentance, presenting ourselves to Him as a pure and a spotless Bride, without spot or wrinkle. (Ephesians 5:27) Praying together, we desire to fulfill the mandate of Psalm 139: " Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties; 24 And see if there is any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting." Psalm 139:24 You can join us, any Sunday evening, at 10:00 p.m. EST by calling: 717-908-1983 Access Code: 9301470# WELCOME! ". . . and if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin and will heal their land. "Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to the prayer offered in this place." (2 Chronicles 7:14,15) About Capitol Hill Prayer Partners To learn more about our ministry, and to sign up to begin receiving our daily alerts, please go here.   Subscribe to Our Alerts! Capitol Hill Prayer Partners welcomes all who wish to pray for our leaders to join us in prayer for our nation. You may sign up to receive our alerts by sending an email to us at: chpp1994@gmail.com requesting that your name be added to our list of subscribers or CLICK HERE to subscribe.  Copyright © *|2022|* *|Capitol Hill Prayer Partners|*, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 5152 Herndon, VA 20172-1970 Email: chpp1994@gmail.com Website: https://www.capitolhillprayer.org/ Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.