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- H.CON.RES.235
H.CON.RES.235: Celebrating the life and achievements of Lawrence Eugene "Larry" Doby.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 26, 2003
- Latest Major Action Sept. 22, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
41 (33 Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses sorrow on the death of Lawrence Eugene "Larry" Doby (the first African American to play professional baseball in the American League) and appreciation for the impact that he made in pioneering civil rights by breaking down racial barriers in baseball and in America.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service and Agency Organization.
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Subcommittee on Civil Service and Agency Organization Discharged.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Mrs. Blackburn 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. 235.
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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, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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| June 26, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-N.J.) |