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H.R.4714: To prohibit members of the Armed Forces in Saudi Arabia from being required or formally or informally compelled to wear the abaya garment, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced May 14, 2002
- Latest Major Action May 15, 2002
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
18 (13 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Prohibits a member of the U.S. armed forces from being required or compelled to wear the abaya garment, or any part thereof, while in Saudi Arabia pursuant to a permanent change of station or orders for temporary duty. Requires the Secretary of Defense to inform such personnel of such prohibition, both orally and in writing, within ten days after a member's arrival.Prohibits any funds made available to the Department of Defense from being used...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Mr. Ryun (KS) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
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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.R. 4714.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill 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 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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| May 14, 2002 |
Introduced in the House by John Nathan Hostettler (R-Ind.) |