HRES 937
110th Congress
House
International Affairs
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed forces abroad
Charities
Disaster relief
Emergency Management
Emergency communication systems
Families
International relief
Military dependents
Nongovernmental organizations
Science, Technology, Communications
Social Welfare
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the emergency communications services provided by the American Red Cross are vital resources for military service members and their families.
Introduced: January 23, 2008
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Sep 9, 2008
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 9, 2008
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 571). (text: CR H7869)
Sep 9, 2008
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): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 571).(text: CR H7869)
Sep 9, 2008
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7894-7895)
Sep 9, 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.
Sep 9, 2008
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 937.
Sep 9, 2008
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7869-7870)
Sep 9, 2008
Mr. Jackson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Jan 23, 2008
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jan 23, 2008
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2008 | House · vote #571 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 411–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Expresses appreciation for the vital emergency communications services provided by the American Red Cross between military service members and their families during emergencies or other important events.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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