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H.CON.RES.248: Expressing the sense of the Congress that public schools may display the words "God Bless America" as an expression of support for the Nation.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Oct. 12, 2001
- Latest Major Action Oct. 17, 2001
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
64 (4 Democrats, 61 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Congress that public schools may display the words "God Bless America" as an expression of support for the Nation.
(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. 248.
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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 Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 404 - 0, 10 Present (Roll no. 387).
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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 the Judiciary.
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Oct. 12, 2001 |
Introduced in the House by Henry E. Brown Jr. (R-S.C.) |