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H.CON.RES.159: Recognizing the sacrifices being made by the families of members of the Armed Forces and supporting the designation of a week as National Military Families Week.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced May 19, 2005
- Latest Major Action June 10, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
2 (1 Democrat, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the sacrifices of military families and the support they provide for their loved ones serving as members of the Armed Forces. Supports the designation of a week as National Military Families Week.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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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. 159.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended 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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May 19, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by John Boozman (R-Ark.) |