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- H.RES.230
H.RES.230: Recognizing the historical significance of the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 10, 2009
- Latest Major Action May 4, 2009
- See the seven similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
29 (26 Democrats, 1 Independent, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the historical struggle for independence and freedom of the Mexican people and requests the President to issue a proclamation recognizing that struggle and the importance of Cinco de Mayo.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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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. 230.
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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, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 395 - 0 (Roll no. 229).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| March 10, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Baca (D-Calif.) |