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H.RES.89: Supporting and encouraging greater support for Veterans Day each year.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced Jan. 26, 2009
- Latest Major Action Nov. 2, 2009
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
84 (70 Democrats, 15 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Encourages Americans to demonstrate their support for veterans on Veterans Day each year. Encourages schools and teachers to educate students on the great contributions veterans have made to the country and its history, both while serving as members of the Armed Forces and after completing their service. Requests that the President issue a proclamation each year in connection with the observance of Veterans Day calling on Americans to observe...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Mr. Walz 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. 89.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Jan. 26, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Baca (D-Calif.) |