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H.RES.146: Designating March 2, 2009, as "Read Across America Day".
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Feb. 10, 2009
- Latest Major Action April 22, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
43 (35 Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Honors Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading. Honors the 12th anniversary of Read Across America Day, which occurs on March 2, 2009. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Mr. Polis (CO) 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. 146.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Polis (CO) 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 The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
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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): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 98).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
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Feb. 10, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Betsy Markey (D-Colo.) |