HRES 1242
110th Congress
House
Commemorations
Anniversaries
Arts, Culture, Religion
Congressional tributes
Entertainers
Music
Honoring the life, musical accomplishments, and contributions of Louis Jordan on the 100th anniversary of his birth.
Introduced: June 5, 2008
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jun 23, 2008
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 23, 2008
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 348 - 0 (Roll no. 438). (text: CR H5831)
Jun 23, 2008
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 348 - 0 (Roll no. 438).(text: CR H5831)
Jun 23, 2008
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5841-5842)
Jun 23, 2008
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.
Jun 23, 2008
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1242.
Jun 23, 2008
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5831-5832)
Jun 23, 2008
Mr. Sarbanes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jun 5, 2008
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Jun 5, 2008
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2008 | House · vote #438 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 348–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Honors the life of Louis Jordan on the 100th anniversary of his birth.
Recognizes his important contributions to American music as a musician, composer, and entertainer.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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