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- H.RES.658
H.RES.658: Supporting the goals and ideals of World Water Day.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Jan. 31, 2006
- Latest Major Action May 2, 2006
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
27 (27 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of World Water Day. Recognizes the importance of conserving and managing water resources for sustainable development, environmental integrity, eradication of poverty and hunger, human health, and overall quality of life in the United States and across the globe.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
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Ms. Ros-Lehtinen 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. Res. 658.
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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, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 14 (Roll no. 113).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Jan. 31, 2006 |
Introduced in the House by Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas) |