HRES 196
110th Congress
House
International Affairs
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Environmental Protection
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World health
Supporting the goals and ideals of World Water Day.
Introduced: February 27, 2007
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Everywhere this bill has been
13 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Apr 17, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 17, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 22 (Roll no. 215). (text: CR H3424)
Apr 17, 2007
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): 393 - 22 (Roll no. 215).(text: CR H3424)
Apr 17, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3436-3437)
Apr 17, 2007
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.
Apr 17, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 196.
Apr 17, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3424-3426)
Apr 17, 2007
Mr. Lantos moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Mar 27, 2007
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
Mar 27, 2007
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Feb 27, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Feb 27, 2007
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E411)
Feb 27, 2007
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2007 | House · vote #215 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 393–22 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Supports World Water Day.
Recognizes the importance of increasing access to safe drinking water and sanitation as well as the conservation and sustainable management of water resources.
Urges an increased effort and the investment of greater resources by the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and all relevant federal agencies towards providing sustainable and equitable access to safe drinking water and sanitation for the poor and very poor.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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