H.Res. 1355 — Expressing support for designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including those living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of our society and fully engaged as citizens. | PoliFocus

H.Res. 1355110th Congress

Expressing support for designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including those living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of our society and fully engaged as citizens.

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Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Supports the goals and ideals of Disability Pride Day.

Acknowledges the efforts of the city of Chicago's 5th Annual Disability Pride Parade organizers to raise awareness concerning the value of people with disabilities.

Invites the Nation to join in celebrating the pride, the power, and the potential of people with disabilities by celebrating Disability Pride Day.

Urges public officials and the general public to honor Americans with disabilities by educating themselves on ways to support and encourage understanding of persons with disabilities in schools, within the diverse workforce, as well as in our communities.

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Related Legislation

S.Res. 628A resolution expressing support for the designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including people living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of society and fully engaged as citizens of the United States.
2008-07-25Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7483)
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Legislative Actions

2008-07-17
Introduced in House
2008-07-17
Introduced in House
2008-07-17
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
2008-07-23
Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
2008-07-23
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7038-7039)
2008-07-23
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1355.
2008-07-23
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7038)
2008-07-23
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7038)
2008-07-23
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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