(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Commends the millions of fathers who serve as wonderful, caring parents for their children.
Calls on fathers across the United States to use Father's Day to: (1) reconnect and rededicate themselves to their children's lives; (2) spend Father's Day with their children; and (3) express their love and support for their children.
Urges men to understand the level of responsibility fathering a child requires, especially in the encouragement of children's moral, academic, and spiritual development.
Encourages active involvement of fathers in the rearing and development of their children, including the devotion of time, energy, and resources.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Mr. Yarmuth moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5075-5077)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1243.
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.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5087-5088)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 0 (Roll no. 389).(text: CR H5075)
Roll Call #389 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 0 (Roll no. 389). (text: CR H5075)
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.