H RES 531

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2669) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 601 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2008.

Sponsor: Betty Sutton (D) OH

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7/11/2007--Passed House without amendment. Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 2669 (College Cost Reduction Act of 2007).

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HRES 531 IH

111th CONGRESS

1st Session

H. RES. 531

Congratulating the Northwestern University Wildcats on winning the 2009 NCAA women’s lacrosse championship, and to commend Northwestern University for its pursuit of athletic and academic excellence.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

June 11, 2009

Ms. SCHAKOWSKY submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor

RESOLUTION

Whereas the Northwestern women’s lacrosse team serves as important role models to young athletes, demonstrating excellence on the athletic field and in the classroom;

Whereas Northwestern defeated North Carolina 21-7 to win the national championship on May 24, 2009;

Whereas Northwestern finished the season with a 23-0 record to win their fifth straight national championship; and

Whereas senior Hannah Nielsen won the Tewaaraton Trophy, given to the Nation’s top player, and played a vital role in helping Northwestern to a 23-0 record in 2009, finishing her distinguished career as the Wildcats’ all-time leader in points (398) after becoming the NCAA Division I all-time assist leader with 224: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the House of Representatives--

(1) congratulates Northwestern University and its athletes, coaches, faculty, students, administration, and alumni on the winning of the 2009 NCAA women’s lacrosse championship;

(2) recognizes and commends Northwest University for its pursuit of athletic as well as academic excellence; and

(3) directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make available enrolled copies of this resolution to Northwestern University President Henry S. Bienen, Athletic Director James Phillips, and Head Coach Kelly Amonte Hiller for appropriate display.

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7/10/2007

The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-224, by Ms. Sutton.

7/10/2007

All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and Labor now printed in the bill, modified by the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted.

7/11/2007

Considered as privileged matter.

7/11/2007

DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 531.

7/11/2007

On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 198 (Roll no. 607).

7/11/2007

On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 197 (Roll no. 608).

Titles:

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2669) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 601 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2008.

Committee:

'House Rules'

Origin, Reporting

Related Bill Details:

H.R.2669

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Sponsor

Betty Sutton (D) OH

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