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Version 81 · Passed House without amendment · Nov 20, 2003
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Makes it in order at any time on November 20, 2003, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions to suspend the rules.
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Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32] · R–TX
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H11660)
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H11660)
The previous question was ordered without objection.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 449.
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H11660-11661)
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 129.
It shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of Thursday, November 20, 2003, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. The Speaker or his designee shall consult with the Minority Leader or her designee on the designation of any matter for consideration pursuant to this resolution.
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-382, by Mr. Sessions.
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-382, by Mr. Sessions.
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