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Version 81 · Passed House without amendment · Apr 22, 2008
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Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Earth Day.
Encourages the Department of Energy to step up its efforts in research, development, and demonstration of renewable energy technology and energy conservation techniques.
Calls for all segments of American society to work together to ensure that the research and development necessary to uncover solutions to our major environmental problems occurs in a timely manner.
People & committees
Rep. McNerney, Jerry [D-CA-11] · D–CA
Legislative record
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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 H2528)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H2528)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1117.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2528-2530)
Mr. McNerney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Referred to the House Committee on Science and Technology.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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