(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4954) to improve maritime and cargo security through enhanced layered defenses.Became Public Law No: 109-347.
Introduced in House
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 109-450, by Mr. Sessions.
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 109-450, by Mr. Sessions.
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4954 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order.
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 171.
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2058-2066)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 789.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 789, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings (FL) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2078-2079)
On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 200 (Roll no. 123). (consideration: CR H2065-2066, H2076, H2078; text: CR H2065-2066)
Roll Call #123 (House)Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 230 - 196 (Roll no. 124).(text: CR H2058)
Roll Call #124 (House)On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 230 - 196 (Roll no. 124). (text: CR H2058)
Roll Call #124 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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