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H.RES.391: Recognizing May as "National Foster Care Month" and acknowledging that the House of Representatives should continue to work to improve the Nation's foster care system.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced April 30, 2009
- Latest Major Action May 6, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (9 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Supports the designation of a National Foster Care Month. Acknowledges the needs of children in the foster care system. Honors the commitment and dedication of those individuals who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to children in the foster care system. Recognizes the need to continue work to improve outcomes of all children in the foster care system through the title IV program in the Social Security Act and other programs...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Mr. McDermott 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. 391.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| April 30, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Jim McDermott (D-Wash.) |