HRES 544
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Expressing the sympathy and pledging the support of the House of Representatives and the people of the United States for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding in 20 counties in eastern Kansas beginning on June 26, 2007.
Introduced: July 12, 2007
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
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Became law
Sep 5, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10098-10100)
Sep 5, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 5, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 853). (text: CR H10098-10099)
Sep 5, 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): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 853).(text: CR H10098-10099)
Sep 5, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H10114)
Sep 5, 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.
Sep 5, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 544.
Sep 5, 2007
Mr. Welch (VT) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Aug 2, 2007
Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Aug 2, 2007
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jul 12, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jul 12, 2007
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2007 | House · vote #853 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 397–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Expresses sympathy for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding in 20 counties in eastern Kansas beginning on June 26, 2007.
Conveys gratitude to the officials and emergency personnel who responded swiftly to the crisis.
Recognizes the support of volunteers, donors, religious groups, and charitable organizations for the relief efforts.
Commends the spirit and compassion of the people of Kansas.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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