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H.RES.491: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to raising awareness and enhancing the state of computer security in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about science, technology, communications
- Introduced Oct. 17, 2005
- Latest Major Action Oct. 17, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (7 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Supports the goals and ideals of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Declares that the House of Representatives will work with Federal agencies, national organizations, businesses, and educational institutions to encourage the development and implementation of existing and future computer security voluntary consensus standards, practices, and technologies in order to enhance the state of computer security in the United States.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Science.
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Mr. Smith (TX) 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. 491.
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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): 354 - 13 (Roll no. 523).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Oct. 17, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Sherwood L. Boehlert (R-N.Y.) |