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H.R.2608: Paycheck Protection Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced Oct. 6, 1997
- Latest Major Action March 30, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
162 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Paycheck Protection Act - Amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to make it unlawful, except with the separate, prior, written, voluntary authorization of each individual, for: (1) national banks or corporations to collect from or assess its stockholders or employees any dues, initiation fee, or other payment as a condition of employment if any part of such dues, fee, or payment will be used for political activities in which the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on House Oversight.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Mr. Thomas moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 5, rule I, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 166 - 246, 1 Present (Roll No. 83).
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| Oct. 6, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Bob Schaffer (R-Colo.) |