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- H.RES.303
H.RES.303: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives urging that 95 percent of Federal education dollars be spent in the classroom.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Sept. 23, 1999
- Latest Major Action Oct. 12, 1999
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
59 (1 Democrat, 1 Independent, 58 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Urges the Department of Education, States, and local educational agencies to work together to ensure that at least 95 percent of all funds appropriated for elementary and secondary education programs administered by the Department of Education is spent to improve the academic achievement of children in classrooms.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Mr. Goodling 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 on H. Res. 303.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, 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): 421 - 5 (Roll no. 491).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Sept. 23, 1999 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Pitts (R-Pa.) |