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Latest Update: Saturday, October, 11th 2008
Supporting the goals and ideals of World Water Day.
4/17/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports World Water Day. Recognizes the importance of increasing access to safe drinking water and sanitation as well as the conservation and sustainable management of water resources. Urges an increased effort and the investment of greater resources by the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and all relevant federal agencies towards providing sustainable and equitable access to safe drinking water and sanitation for the poor and very poor.
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- 04/17/2007 - Mr. Lantos moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
- 04/17/2007 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3424-3426)
- 04/17/2007 - At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
- 04/17/2007 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3436-3437)
- 04/17/2007 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 22 (Roll no. 215). (text: CR H3424)
show all actions- 04/17/2007 - Mr. Lantos moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
- 04/17/2007 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3424-3426)
- 04/17/2007 - At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
- 04/17/2007 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3436-3437)
- 04/17/2007 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 22 (Roll no. 215). (text: CR H3424)
- 04/17/2007 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 04/17/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 196.
- 03/27/2007 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
- 03/27/2007 - Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
- 02/27/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E411)
- 02/27/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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