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- H.CON.RES.96
H.CON.RES.96: Recognizing the significance of African American women in the United States scientific community.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 15, 2005
- Latest Major Action April 27, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
36 (35 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Acknowledges and recognizes the significant achievements and contributions of African American women scientists, mathematicians, and inventors and supports the establishment of a special day on which these great minds may be honored and esteemed.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Science.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Mrs. Biggert 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. 96.
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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 and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| March 15, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas) |