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H.RES.153: Recognizing the public need for fasting and prayer in order to secure the blessings and protection of Providence for the people of the United States and our Armed Forces during the conflict in Iraq and under the threat of terrorism at home.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 20, 2003
- Latest Major Action March 27, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (1 Democrat, 26 Republicans)
Bill Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced in the House on March 20, 2003. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should issue a proclamation: (1) designating a day for humility, prayer, and fasting for all people of the United States; and (2) calling on all people of the United States to observe the day as a time of prayer and fasting, seek guidance...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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Mr. Shays 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. Res. 153.
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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): 346 - 49, 23 Present (Roll no. 90).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| March 20, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Todd Akin (R-Mo.) |