HRES 942
110th Congress
House
Commemorations
Black history
History
Minorities
Special months
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month.
Everywhere this bill has been
12 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Feb 6, 2008
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 6, 2008
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 367 - 0 (Roll no. 30). (text: CR H566)
Feb 6, 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): 367 - 0 (Roll no. 30).(text: CR H566)
Feb 6, 2008
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H592-593)
Feb 6, 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.
Feb 6, 2008
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 942.
Feb 6, 2008
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H566-570)
Feb 6, 2008
Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jan 29, 2008
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Jan 29, 2008
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jan 28, 2008
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jan 28, 2008
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2008 | House · vote #30 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 367–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Recognizes the significance of Black History Month as an important time to recognize the contributions of African-Americans in the nation's history.
Encourages the continued celebration of this month to provide an opportunity for all peoples of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation.
Recognizes that the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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