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- H.CON.RES.164
H.CON.RES.164: Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Food and Nutrition Service of the Department of Agriculture.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about agriculture and food
- Introduced July 10, 2009
- Latest Major Action July 22, 2009
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Bill Summary
Recognizes the historic and continued contribution of the Food and Nutrition Service and its employees. Commends the efforts of states, territories, local governments, and nonprofit charitable and faith-based organizations to end hunger and provide nutritious food to U.S. citizens. Encourages continued efforts to educate U.S. citizens about the importance of eating nutritiously and living a healthy lifestyle. Recognizes the commitment of the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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Mr. Scott (GA) 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. 164.
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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 Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 596).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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| July 10, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) |