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- H.CON.RES.364
H.CON.RES.364: Recognizing the Significance of National Caribbean-American Heritage Month.
About This Bill
- Introduced May 22, 2008
- Latest Major Action July 24, 2008
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
60 (58 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Supports the goals and ideals of Caribbean-American Heritage Month (in the month of June).Affirms that: (1) the contributions of Caribbean-Americans are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States; and (2) the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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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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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Mr. Higgins 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. Con. Res. 364.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution 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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| May 22, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) |