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- H.RES.122
H.RES.122: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the study of languages and supporting the designation of a Year of Languages.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Feb. 17, 2005
- Latest Major Action March 8, 2005
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Bill Summary
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the study of languages contributes to the intellectual and social development of a student and the economy and security of the United States; (2) there should be a Year of Languages in the United States, during which language study is promoted and expanded in schools, businesses, and government programs; and (3) the President should issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Mr. Porter 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. 122.
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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): 396 - 0 (Roll no. 55).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Feb. 17, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Rush Holt (D-N.J.) |