H. Res. 438
107th Congress
House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that improving men's health through fitness and the reduction of obesity should be a priority.
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Agreed to (House)
Jun 11, 2002
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 11, 2002
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3418-3419)
Jun 11, 2002
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 2 (Roll no. 220). (text: CR H3304)
Jun 11, 2002
At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Fossella 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 The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
Jun 11, 2002
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 438.
Jun 11, 2002
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3304-3308)
Jun 11, 2002
Mr. Fossella moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jun 10, 2002
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jun 6, 2002
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 6, 2002
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2002 | House · vote #220 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 400–2 | See who voted → |
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Plain-English summary
Recognizes that being overweight or obese is a major health concern in the United States and pledges to act proactively to combat this problem. Commends and supports the work of those currently combating the problem and urges all governmental and private organizations to promote a healthy lifestyle.
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- Introduced in House Formatted Text PDF
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H. Res. 438: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that improving men's health through fitness and the reduction of obesity should be a priority.. 107th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/107-HRES-438/
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