HRES 542
110th Congress
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Expressing the unconditional support of the House of Representatives for the members of the National Guard.
Introduced: July 12, 2007
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11 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Dec 18, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Dec 18, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 1180). (text: CR 12/17/2007 H15492)
Dec 18, 2007
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 1180).(text: CR 12/17/2007 H15492)
Dec 18, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H16768)
Dec 17, 2007
Ms. Shea-Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Dec 17, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 542.
Dec 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.
Dec 17, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H15492-15494)
Aug 8, 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Jul 12, 2007
Introduced in House
Jul 12, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2007 | House · vote #1180 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 408–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Unconditionally supports the members of the National Guard and recognizes their sacrifices made on behalf of the United States.
States that the House of Representatives will: (1) work to ensure that the National Guard receives the resources it needs; and (2) support the families of Guard members, especially those who have died while serving on active duty.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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