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- H.RES.879
H.RES.879: Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced Oct. 29, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 17, 2010
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
75 (65 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the House of Representatives' support for the goals and ideals of American Education Week. Encourages the people of this country to observe American Education Week by reflecting on the positive impact of all those who work together to educate children.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
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Ms. Watson 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. 879.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Watson 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 The point of no quorum was withdrawn.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, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Oct. 29, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Walt Minnick (D-Idaho) |