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H.RES.707: A resolution expressing support for designation of the week of October 18, 2009, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced July 31, 2009
- Latest Major Action Oct. 6, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (20 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Supports the designation of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. Encourages people across the United States to support programs to assist those in need of adult education and family literacy programs.
(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, 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. 707.
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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): 412 - 0 (Roll no. 755).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
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July 31, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Jared Polis (D-Colo.) |