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H.RES.597: Expressing the sense of the House with respect to the brutal killing of Mr. Matthew Shepard.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Oct. 14, 1998
- Latest Major Action Oct. 15, 1998
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Bill Summary
Condemns the actions which occurred in Laramie, Wyoming, whereby Matthew Shepard was physically beaten, tortured, tied to a wooden fence, and left for dead, resulting in his death. Urges each Member of Congress and every U.S. citizen to join in denouncing and encouraging others to denounce this outrageous murder. Pledges to: (1) join in efforts to bring an end to such crimes and to encourage all Americans to dedicate themselves to ending...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Mr. Gekas moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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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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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Oct. 14, 1998 |
Introduced in the House by Barbara L. Cubin (R-Wyo.) |