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H.CON.RES.150: Expressing the sense of Congress that Erik Weihenmayer's achievement of becoming the first blind person to climb Mount Everest demonstrates the abilities and potential of all blind people and other individuals with disabilities.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 5, 2001
- Latest Major Action July 10, 2001
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
31 (23 Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) Erik Weihenmayer's achievement of becoming the first blind person to climb Mount Everest demonstrates the abilities and potential of all blind people and other individuals with disabilities; and (2) such individuals can overcome almost any obstacle if they are provided with the appropriate resources.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Mr. Castle 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 on H. Con. Res. 150.
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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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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| June 5, 2001 |
Introduced in the House by Jim Langevin (D-R.I.) |