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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Jun 6, 2002
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Rep. Toomey, Patrick J. [R-PA-15] · R–PA
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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 the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 2 (Roll no. 220). (text: CR H3304)
House roll call 220 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 2 (Roll no. 220).(text: CR H3304)
House roll call 220 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3418-3419)
At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Fossella objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 438.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3304-3308)
Mr. Fossella moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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