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H.RES.972: Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Feb. 12, 2008
- Latest Major Action Feb. 14, 2008
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
78 (63 Democrats, 16 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day. Recognizes and reaffirms the commitment to fighting heart disease and stroke by promoting awareness about the causes, risks, and prevention, supporting research, and expanding access to medical treatment.Encourages all Americans to learn about their risk for heart disease.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Mrs. Capps 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. 972.
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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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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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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): 389 - 0 (Roll no. 68).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Feb. 12, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Lois Capps (D-Calif.) |