PlainBillCongress, translated.Legislation. Context. Public interest.Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Congressional Research Service
Version 00 · Introduced in House · Sep 19, 2002
Congratulates the Bryan Packers American Legion baseball team from West Point, Mississippi for their outstanding performance in winning the 2002 American Legion World Series. Recognizes named individuals for demonstrating excellence and character throughout the baseball season. Commends American Legion Baseball for its 76-year tradition of encouraging the development of sportsmanship and confidence in youth through its sponsorship of world-class baseball.
People & committees
Rep. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS-1] · R–MS
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H7883-7884)
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H7883-7884)
Mr. Armey asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H7859-7887)
Committee on Government Reform discharged.
Committee on Government Reform discharged.
Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
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