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H.RES.878: Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Family Literacy Day.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Oct. 29, 2009
- Latest Major Action Dec. 8, 2009
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Bill Summary
Expresses the House of Representatives' support for the goals and ideals of National Family Literacy Day. Recognizes the benefits of parental involvement in a child's education.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Mr. Bishop (NY) 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. 878.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Bishop (NY) 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 The point of no quorum was withdrawn.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 recorded vote (2/3 required): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 864).
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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. 29, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Todd R. Platts (R-Pa.) |