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H.RES.5: Adopting the Rules of the House for the One Hundred Fifth Congress.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Jan. 7, 1997
- Latest Major Action Jan. 7, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Provides for the adoption of the Rules of the House of Representatives of the 104th Congress as the Rules of the House for the 105th Congress with amendments as outlined in this resolution. (Sec. 1) Amends rule I (duties of the Speaker) to allow the Speaker to postpone (for consideration within two legislative days) further proceedings on a vote objected to on the grounds that a quorum is not present with respect to the question of: (1)...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Considered as privileged matter.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate.
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On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 202 (Roll no. 4).
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Mr. McDermott moved to commit with instructions to Rules.
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On motion to commit with instructions Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 205 - 223 (Roll no. 5).
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On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 202 (Roll no. 6).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Jan. 7, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Richard K. Armey (R-Texas) |