What did the House of Rep do today in Washington?

I really thought that these people were working on our economy.

Here is what your HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IS DOING TODAY.

http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/boxing/news/story?id=3611472

The first black heavyweight champion should be granted a presidential pardon for a racially motivated conviction 75 years ago that blemished his reputation and hurt his boxing career, the House of Representatives recommended Friday.

So, I guess this is probably more important.