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S.Res.275 / 111th Congress

A resolution honoring the Minute Man National Historical Park on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3429-3431; text as passed Senate: CR S3430)

Official summary

Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · May 7, 2010

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses the sense of the Senate that the: (1) Minute Man National Historical Park in Massachusetts serves an essential role in preserving the sites and vistas in New England where the American Revolution began, and in educating the public about the historic events that led to the birth of the United States; (2) Park honors and commemorates the ideals of democracy, liberty, and freedom that are the foundation of the United States and sources of inspiration for people everywhere; and (3) creation of the Park 50 years ago represents a remarkable achievement that continues to benefit the people of the United States, preserves the proud legacy of the Revolution, and serves as an enduring resource for future generations.

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Who introduced it

Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] · D–MA

Committees

  • Energy and Natural Resources Committee
1 cosponsorship records, including any withdrawals

Actions

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  1. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3429-3431; text as passed Senate: CR S3430)

  2. Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3429-3431; text as passed Senate: CR S3430)

  3. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 262.

  4. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  5. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  6. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

  7. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Senate Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 111-282.

  8. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9590)

  9. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9590)

  10. Introduced in Senate

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