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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Dec 5, 2006
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Rep. Stearns, Cliff [R-FL-6] · R–FL
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 12/7/2006 H8793-8794)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 12/7/2006 H8793-8794)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1089.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR 12/7/2006 H8793-8798)
Mr. LaTourette moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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