H.RES.139: Commemorating the life and legacy of President Abraham Lincoln on the bicentennial of his birth.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about social sciences and history
  • Introduced Feb. 9, 2009
  • Latest Major Action Feb. 13, 2009

Bill Sponsor

Bill Cosponsors

66 (53 Democrats, 1 Independent, 13 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Commemorates the bicentennial of the birth of President Abraham Lincoln. Recognizes his commitment to unity and harmony in the United States. Encourages the people of the United States to recommit to fulfilling his vision of equal rights for all.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 139.
At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
Considered as unfinished business.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 0 (Roll no. 71).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb. 9, 2009

Introduced in the House by Phil Hare (D-Ill.)

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