HRES 89
111th Congress
House
Armed Forces and National Security
Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
U.S. history
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Supporting and encouraging greater support for Veterans Day each year.
Introduced: January 26, 2009
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Nov 2, 2009
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H12170-12172)
Nov 2, 2009
Mr. Walz moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Nov 2, 2009
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 89.
Nov 2, 2009
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Nov 2, 2009
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H12170)
Nov 2, 2009
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H12170)
Jan 26, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Jan 26, 2009
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Encourages Americans to demonstrate their support for veterans on Veterans Day each year.
Encourages schools and teachers to educate students on the great contributions veterans have made to the country and its history, both while serving as members of the Armed Forces and after completing their service.
Requests that the President issue a proclamation each year in connection with the observance of Veterans Day calling on Americans to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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