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- H.CON.RES.64
H.CON.RES.64: Urging the President to designate 2009 as the "Year of the Military Family".
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced Feb. 26, 2009
- Latest Major Action March 12, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
62 (38 Democrats, 25 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the deepest appreciation to the families of members of the Armed Forces who serve or have served in defense of the United States. Recognizes the contributions that military families make, and encourages the people of the United States to share in appreciation for the sacrifices of military families. Urges the President to designate a "Year of the Military Family" and encourage the people of the United States and the Department of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Mr. Skelton 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. 64.
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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. 119).
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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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| Feb. 26, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Ike Skelton (D-Mo.) |