H.R. 1409 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Assistance for Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children in Developing Countries Act of 2005
H.R. 1409 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Mar 17, 2005, sponsored by Barbara Lee with 130 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 17, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 130
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 109-95
What it does
Assistance for Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children in Developing Countries Act of 2005 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to provide assistance, including through nongovernmental or international organizations, for basic care for orphans and other vulnerable children in developing countries, including assistance for: (1) community-based care; (2) school food programs; (3) education and emp…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Barbara Lee (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 98 Democrats, 31 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 17, 2005
- Passed the HouseOct 18, 2005
- Passed the SenateOct 24, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentOct 27, 2005
- Became lawNov 8, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-95. (Nov 8, 2005)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Oct 18, 2005 · Passed415–9
Every roll call vote on this bill
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