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- H.RES.989
H.RES.989: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about public lands and natural resources
- Introduced Dec. 16, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 9, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
54 (53 Democrats, 1 Independent)
Bill Summary
Calls for the United States to adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal economies.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife.
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Mr. Inslee 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. 989.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 170 (Roll no. 341).
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| Dec. 16, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Jay Inslee (D-Wash.) |