HRES 291 111th Congress House Armed Forces and National Security Animal protection and human-animal relationships Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Disability and paralysis Mammals Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation Veterans' organizations and recognition

Recognizing the crucial role of assistance dogs in helping wounded veterans live more independent lives, expressing gratitude to The Tower of Hope, and supporting the goals and ideals of creating a Tower of Hope Day.

Introduced: March 26, 2009 See on congress.gov

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Nov 2, 2009

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Nov 2, 2009

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 291.

Nov 2, 2009

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H12162-12163)

Nov 2, 2009

Mr. Walz moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

Nov 2, 2009

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 351 - 0 (Roll no. 833). (text: CR H12162)

Nov 2, 2009

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): 351 - 0 (Roll no. 833).(text: CR H12162)

Nov 2, 2009

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H12178-12179)

Nov 2, 2009

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.

Mar 26, 2009

Introduced in House

Mar 26, 2009

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E790-791)

Mar 26, 2009

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Votes taken on this bill 1

Date	Chamber	What was voted on	Result	Yes–No
Nov 3, 2009	House · vote #833	On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	Passed	351–0	See who voted →

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

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

Acknowledges the importance of assistance dogs in helping combat-wounded veterans live happier and more independent lives.

Applauds the work of the Tower of Hope in providing such dogs to such veterans.

Expresses gratitude and support to volunteers and donors who offer time and funds to such program.

Encourages the public to support wounded veterans by volunteering or donating to help train assistance dogs.

Calls for the vigorous promotion of the benefits of assistance animals.

Supports creation of a Tower of Hope Day in honor of wounded veterans and their service dogs, the work of the Tower of Hope, and the many generous donors.

What's happening now November 2, 2009

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Committees of jurisdiction 1