H.J.Res. 83 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To memorialize and honor the contribution of Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist.
H.J.Res. 83 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Apr 4, 2006, sponsored by Richard Pombo.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 4, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Commemorations
- Public law
- Public Law 109-223
What it does
States that the United States, acting through Congress, authorizes and directs the Curator of the Supreme Court, subject to the direction and approval of the Chief Justice, to procure a marble bust, including pedestal, of the late Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist, and to cause them to be placed in the Supreme Court building to honor his memory and legacy to the Supreme Court. Authorizes appropriations.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 4, 2006
- Passed the HouseApr 25, 2006
- Passed the SenateMay 4, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentMay 11, 2006
- Became lawMay 18, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-223. (May 18, 2006)
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