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H.Res.586 / 109th Congress

Commemorating the life, achievements, and contributions of Alan Reich.

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Official summary

Version 36 · Passed House amended · Dec 19, 2005

Honors the life, achievements, and contributions of Alan Reich, who was an inspirational figure in the disability community and devoted his life to civic involvement and efforts to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

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Who introduced it

Rep. Langevin, James R. [D-RI-2] · D–RI

Committees

  • Oversight and Government Reform Committee
2 cosponsorship records, including any withdrawals

Actions

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  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

  3. Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

  4. Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H12214-12215; text of measure as introduced: CR H12214)

  5. Mr. Issa asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.

  6. Committee on Government Reform discharged.

  7. Committee on Government Reform discharged.

  8. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.

  9. Introduced in House

  10. Introduced in House

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