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H.RES.588: Recognizing Martha Coffin Wright on the 200th anniversary of her birth and her induction into the National Women's Hall of Fame.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about civil rights and liberties, minority issues
- Introduced July 31, 2007
- Latest Major Action Oct. 9, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
55 (55 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the 200th birthday of Martha Coffin Wright (women's rights organizer and abolitionist). Recognizes the induction of Martha Coffin Wright into the National Women's Hall of Fame and honors her accomplishments in her fight for equal rights for all Americans.
(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 Unanimous Consent.
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Mr. Davis (IL) 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. 588.
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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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| July 31, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Michael Arcuri (D-N.Y.) |