H. Res. 508
104th Congress
House
Providing for consideration of a certain motion to suspend the rules.
Congress
Crime and Law EnforcementHouse of RepresentativesHouse rules and procedureInternational AffairsTerrorism
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Introduced
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Agreed to (House)
Aug 2, 1996
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 189 (Roll no. 400).
Aug 2, 1996
The previous question was ordered without objection.
Aug 2, 1996
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate.
Aug 2, 1996
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H9877-9886)
Aug 2, 1996
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 270.
Aug 2, 1996
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3953. Upon adoption of this resolution, it shall be in order at any time on the calendar day of Friday, August 2, 1996, for the Speaker to entertain a motion offered by the majority leader or his designee that the House suspend the rules and pass a bill or joint resolution relating to the subject of combating terrorism.
Aug 2, 1996
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 104-744, by Mr. Goss.
Aug 2, 1996
Introduced in House
Aug 2, 1996
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2, 1996 | House · vote #400 | On Agreeing to the Resolution | Passed | 228–189 | See who voted → |
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Plain-English summary
Makes it in order at any time on the calendar day of Friday, August 2, 1996, for the Speaker to entertain a motion offered by the majority leader that the House suspend the rules and pass a bill or joint resolution with respect to combating terrorism.
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