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- H.CON.RES.198
H.CON.RES.198: Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States has a moral responsibility to meet the needs of those persons, groups and communities that are impoverished, disadvantaged or otherwise in poverty.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about labor and employment
- Introduced Aug. 1, 2007
- Latest Major Action Jan. 23, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
83 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should set a national goal of cutting poverty in half over the next 10 years.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Ms. Norton 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. 198.
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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 Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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| Aug. 1, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) |