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- H.RES.50
H.RES.50: Honoring the life of Claiborne Pell, distinguished former Senator from the State of Rhode Island.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Jan. 13, 2009
- Latest Major Action March 6, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
33 (29 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Honors the life, achievements, and distinguished career of Senator Claiborne Pell, a former member of the U.S. Senate. Emphasizes that, among his legislative accomplishments, he changed the face of higher education by enabling millions of low- and middle-income students to achieve the dream of a college education. Recognizes the federal Pell grants, the educational grants that bear his name, as a significant part of Senator Pell's legacy.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Mr. Hinojosa 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. 50.
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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 Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 415 - 0 (Roll no. 12).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
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| Jan. 13, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by George Miller (D-Calif.) |