To honor the achievements and contributions of Native Americans to the United States, and for other purposes.
(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on June 2, 2009. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Native American Heritage Day Act of 2009 - Makes specified findings, including that the Friday immediately succeeding Thanksgiving Day of each year would be an appropriate day to designate as Native American Heritage Day.
Encourages the people of the United States, as well as federal, state, and local governments and interested groups and organizations, to honor Native Americans with appropriate activities to observe Native American Heritage Day, including regarding: (1) the historical status of Native American tribal governments and the present day status of Native Americans; (2) Native American cultures, traditions, and languages; and (3) the rich Native American cultural legacy that all Americans enjoy today.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Mrs. Christensen moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6025-6028)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.J. Res. 40.
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 H6050)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 385 - 0 (Roll no. 293).(text: CR H6025-6026)
Roll Call #293 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 385 - 0 (Roll no. 293). (text: CR H6025-6026)
Roll Call #293 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Enacted as Public Law 111-33
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Received in the Senate, read twice.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6389)
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6389)
Cleared for White House.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Presented to President.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 111-33.
Became Public Law No: 111-33.