Legislators
Bills
Statements
Lobbying
Travel
Searching...- Bills
- H.R.1243
H.R.1243: To provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Arnold Palmer in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about sports and recreation
- Introduced March 2, 2009
- Latest Major Action Sept. 30, 2009
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
303 (205 Democrats, 1 Independent, 98 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to Arnold Palmer (golf professional) in recognition of his service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship.Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell duplicates in bronze of such medal. Requires proceeds from the sale of such medals to be deposited...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
|
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
|
|
|
Mr. Baca moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
|
|
|
Considered under suspension of the rules.
|
|
|
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1243.
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
Considered as unfinished business.
|
|
|
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 210).
|
|
|
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
|
|
|
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
|
|
|
Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
|
|
|
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
|
|
|
Cleared for White House.
|
|
|
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
|
|
|
Presented to President.
|
|
|
Signed by President.
|
|
|
Became Public Law No: 111-65.
|
|
| March 2, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Baca (D-Calif.) |