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H.RES.1389: Recognizing the immeasurable contributions of fathers in the healthy development of children, supporting responsible fatherhood, and encouraging greater involvement of fathers in the lives of their children, especially on Father's Day.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced May 25, 2010
- Latest Major Action June 29, 2010
- See the five similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
33 (10 Democrats, 23 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Commends the millions of fathers who serve as wonderful, caring parents for their children. Calls on fathers across the United States to use Father's Day to: (1) reconnect and rededicate themselves to their children's lives; (2) spend Father's Day with their children; and (3) express their love and support for their children. Urges men to understand the level of responsibility fathering a child requires, especially in the encouragement of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Ms. Woolsey 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. 1389.
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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): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 361).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
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| May 25, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Mike McIntyre (D-N.C.) |