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S.RES.264: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that small business participation is vital to the defense of our Nation, and that Federal, State, and local governments should aggressively seek out and purchase innovative technologies and services from American small businesses to help in homeland defense and the fight against terrorism.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced May 8, 2002
- Latest Major Action July 8, 2002
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
25 (15 Democrats, 11 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) small business participation is vital to U.S. defense and should play an active role in assisting the military, Federal intelligence and law enforcement agencies, and State and local police to combat terrorism through the design and development of innovative products; and (2) Federal, State, and local governments should aggressively seek out and purchase innovative technologies and services from, and...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship discharged by Unanimous Consent.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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| May 8, 2002 |
Introduced in the Senate by John Kerry (D-Mass.) |