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S.Con.Res.104 / 107th Congress

A concurrent resolution recognizing the American Society of Civil Engineers on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of its founding and for the many vital contributions of civil engineers to the quality of life of the people of the United States, including the research and development projects that have led to the physical infrastructure of modern America.

Held at the desk.

Official summary

Version 80 · Reported to Senate without amendment · Jun 13, 2002

Recognizes the American Society of Civil Engineers on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of its founding and encourages it to continue its tradition of excellence in service to the profession of civil engineering and to the public. Commends the many achievements of the Nation's civil engineers.

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Who introduced it

Sen. Jeffords, James M. [I-VT] · I–VT

Committees

  • Judiciary Committee
1 cosponsorship records, including any withdrawals

Actions

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  1. Held at the desk.

  2. Received in the House.

  3. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  4. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5719; text as passed Senate: CR S5719)

  5. Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5719; text as passed Senate: CR S5719)

  6. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 417.

  7. Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  8. Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  9. Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

  10. Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3881-3882)

  11. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3882)

  12. Introduced in Senate

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