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- H.RES.836
H.RES.836: Expressing support for Teen Read Week.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Oct. 15, 2009
- Latest Major Action Nov. 16, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Supports the goals and ideals of Teen Read Week. Recognizes that it is important for teens to be taught to read proficiently. Encourages teens to read for leisure and academic purposes.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Mrs. Davis (CA) 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. 836.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mrs. Davis (CA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
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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): 405 - 0 (Roll no. 811).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
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| Oct. 15, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Phil Roe (R-Tenn.) |