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A resolution expressing appreciation for the profound public service and educational contributions of Donald Jeffry Herbert, fondly known as "Mr. Wizard".

Introduced: June 28, 2007 See on congress.gov
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Jul 24, 2007
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9852-9853; text as passed Senate: CR S9853)
Jul 24, 2007
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9852-9853; text as passed Senate: CR S9853)
Jul 20, 2007
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 278.
Jul 20, 2007
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
Jul 19, 2007
Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Jun 28, 2007
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8715)
Jun 28, 2007
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses the appreciation of the Senate for the profound public service and educational contributions of Donald Jeffry Herbert (television's "Mr. Wizard").

Recognizes the profound impact of higher educational institutions that train teachers.

Encourages students to honor the heritage of Don Herbert by exploring our world through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.

Tenders the condolences of the Senate to the family of Don Herbert, and thanks them for their strong familial support of him.

What's happening now July 24, 2007

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9852-9853; text as passed Senate: CR S9853)

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
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