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HRES 599 111th Congress House

Honoring the Minute Man National Historical Park on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary.

Introduced: July 16, 2009 Introduced by: Markey, Edward J. Democratic · Massachusetts See on congress.gov
Public Lands and Natural Resources Commemorative events and holidaysHistoric sites and heritage areasMassachusettsParks, recreation areas, trailsU.S. history
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 Everywhere this bill has been 10 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Agreed to (House)
Sep 22, 2009
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 22, 2009
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9758-9759)
Sep 22, 2009
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9758-9759)
Sep 22, 2009
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 599.
Sep 22, 2009
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9758-9760)
Sep 22, 2009
Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jun 29, 2009
Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands.
Jun 26, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Jun 26, 2009
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1624)
Jun 26, 2009
Introduced in House
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 Latest action September 22, 2009

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

 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 sense of the House of Representatives that the: (1) Minute Man National Historical Park in Massachusetts serves an essential role in preserving the sites and landscapes in New England where the American Revolution began, and in educating the public about the historic events that led to the birth of the nation; (2) Park honors and commemorates the ideals of democracy, liberty, and freedom that are the foundation of the nation and sources of inspiration for people everywhere; and (3) creation of the Park 50 years ago continues to benefit Americans, preserves the proud legacy of the Revolution, and serves as an enduring resource for future generations.

 Related & companion bills 1
  • SRES 275 Related bill A resolution honoring the Minute Man National Historical Park on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.
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 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 2
All 2 Democratic 2
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Neal, Richard E.
Massachusetts · Sep 16, 2009
 D
McGovern, James P.
Massachusetts · Jul 16, 2009
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H. Res. 599: Honoring the Minute Man National Historical Park on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary.. 111th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/111-HRES-599/
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