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H.J.Res. 61 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

Supporting the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day.

H.J.Res. 61 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) has passed the house — introduced on Jul 20, 2005, sponsored by Gil Gutknecht with 246 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Passed the House
Introduced
Jul 20, 2005
Co-sponsors
246
Policy area
Commemorations

What it does

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Gil Gutknecht (R-MN). Co-sponsors: 97 Democrats, 149 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 20, 2005
  • Passed the HouseSep 21, 2005
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Oct 7, 2005)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
    House · Sep 21, 2005 · Passed
    419–0

Every roll call vote on this bill

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Committees

  • Judiciary Committee
  • Oversight and Accountability Committee

More

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