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Resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding women scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians in the United States and around the world.

6/4/2008--Passed House amended.    (There is 1 other summary)

Recognizes the important contributions of women to science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and the health of many industries that have created new jobs, boosted economic growth, and improved the nation's competitiveness and standard of living.

Recognizes the need to increase the number of women participating in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Supports the role of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Encourages the people of the United States to use this Mother's Day to give appropriate recognition not only to our mothers but also to women scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians who have made important contributions to our everyday lives.

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  • 06/04/2008 - Ms. Johnson, E. B. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
  • 06/04/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4918-4919)
  • 06/04/2008 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1180.
  • 06/04/2008 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4918)
  • 06/04/2008 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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H.RES.1180 Engrossed as Agreed to or Passed by House06/05/2008