H.RES.822: Expressing support for students to learn about Christopher Columbus.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about social sciences and history
  • Introduced Oct. 13, 2009
  • Latest Major Action Nov. 16, 2009

Bill Summary

Supports the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his role in the discovery and history of the United States. Recognizes that it is important for young people to learn about Christopher Columbus and the discovery, heritage, and history of the nation. Encourages all people to take advantage of educational opportunities in high schools and institutions of higher education to learn about Christopher Columbus' discovery of the Americas and U.S....

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Mr. Sablan 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. 822.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
Oct. 13, 2009

Introduced in the House by Glenn Thompson (R-Pa.)

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