HRES 329
111th Congress
House
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Recognizing the anniversary of the tragic accident of the steamboat ship SS Sultana.
Introduced: April 2, 2009
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Apr 27, 2009
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 27, 2009
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 207). (text: CR H4739)
Apr 27, 2009
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): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 207).(text: CR H4739)
Apr 27, 2009
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4751)
Apr 27, 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.
Apr 27, 2009
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 329.
Apr 27, 2009
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4739-4741)
Apr 27, 2009
Mr. Snyder moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Apr 2, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Apr 2, 2009
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2009 | House · vote #207 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 393–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Recognizes the 144-year anniversary of the explosion of the steamboat ship SS Sultana on the Mississippi River on April 27, 1865.
Honors the memory of the Union soldiers and other passengers who lost their lives in the disaster.
Regrets the lack of military and civilian oversight that led to the explosion and tremendous loss of life.
Rededicates the honoring of all of our veterans and military families with the highest level of support in quality resources, equipment, and services.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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