takes up a number of bills under suspension of the rules, including one to prohibit harvesting of shark fins and a measure addressing air pollution from oceangoing vessels.

resumes consideration of an electronic surveillance bill, with three amendments slated for debate.

participates in the Group of Eight summit in Japan.

former Secretary of State, retired Army Gen. Colin L. Powell, addresses a Next America Project, “A New Vision for America’s Future: Young Leaders Shaping an International Agenda.” 5 p.m., 1800 K St. N.W.