S.J.Res. 13 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding.
S.J.Res. 13 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on May 21, 2007, sponsored by Patrick J. Leahy with 11 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 21, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 11
- Policy area
- Emergency Management
- Public law
- Public Law 110-171
What it does
Grants the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut and the provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Patrick J. Leahy (D-VT). Co-sponsors: 5 Democrats, 4 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 21, 2007
- Passed the SenateOct 2, 2007
- Passed the HouseDec 17, 2007
- Sent to the PresidentDec 19, 2007
- Became lawDec 26, 2007
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-171. (Dec 26, 2007)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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