H.RES.299: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the Nation during Public Service Recognition Week, May 4 through 10, 2009, and throughout the year.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
  • Introduced March 30, 2009
  • Latest Major Action May 5, 2009

Bill Cosponsors

61 (60 Democrats, 2 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Commends public servants for their outstanding contributions to the nation during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year. Honors government employees who have given their lives in service to their country.Encourages efforts to promote public service careers.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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. 299.
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 agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 0, 4 Present (Roll no. 231).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
March 30, 2009

Introduced in the House by Stephen F. Lynch (D-Mass.)

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