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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Jun 18, 1998
Sets forth the rule (open) for the consideration of H.R. 4059 (military construction appropriations).
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Rep. Diaz-Balart, Lincoln [R-FL-21] · R–FL
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 178 (Roll No. 248).
House roll call 248 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 178 (Roll No. 248).
House roll call 248 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4854-4855)
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate, the Speaker put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Obey objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum and the Speaker postponed further proceedings until later in the day. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn.
The previous question was ordered without objection.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate.
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4843-4850)
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 211.
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 105-585, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 105-585, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4059 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Points of order against provisions in the bill for failure to comply with clause 2 or 6 of rule XXI are waived. Measure will be read by paragraph. Bill is open to amendments.
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