S.J.RES.5: A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of obligations under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about finance and financial sector
  • Introduced Jan. 13, 2009
  • Latest Major Action Jan. 15, 2009

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Bill Summary

Declares that Congress disapproves the obligation of any funds that exceed specified amounts authorized for the purchase of troubled assets by the Secretary of the Treasury under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.

(Source: Library of Congress)

What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill

There are 3 statements associated with S.J.RES.5.

Bill Actions

Date Description
Introduced in the Senate. Read twice. Pursuant to P.L. 110-343, Sec. 115 (e)(2) Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 16.
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 42 - 52. Record Vote Number: 5.
Jan. 13, 2009

Introduced in the Senate by David Vitter (R-La.)

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