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H.RES.267: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the citizens of the United States must remain committed to combat the distribution, sale, and use of illegal drugs by the Nation's youth.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Oct. 9, 1997
- Latest Major Action May 5, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
182 (15 Democrats, 1 Independent, 167 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) all schools should be drug-free; (2) all Federal, State, and local drug fighting agencies should work together with schools and parents to ensure that a renewed effort is made to fight the distribution, sale, and use of illegal drugs in our schools and to America's youth; (3) all governmental leaders, educators, and parents share a role in raising the awareness of this issue and offering...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Mr. Souder moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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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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DEBATE - Mr. Souder asked unanimous consent that the time for debate on the resolution be extended for 2 minutes. Agreed to without objection.
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DEBATE - The House resumed 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 agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 1 (Roll No. 126).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Oct. 9, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Michael Pappas (R-N.J.) |