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- H.RES.786
H.RES.786: Commemorating the canonization of Father Damien de Veuster, SS.CC. to sainthood.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 30, 2009
- Latest Major Action Oct. 14, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
63 (55 Democrats, 1 Independent, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Honors Father Damien for his legacy, service, and his insistence on recognizing the human rights and dignity of every individual, particularly those who lived alongside him at the Hansen's disease settlement on the island of Molokai, Hawaii.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Mr. Faleomavaega 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. 786.
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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): 418 - 0 (Roll no. 779).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Sept. 30, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) |