H.R. 2356 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
To amend title 4, United States Code, to encourage the display of the flag of the United States on Father's Day.
H.R. 2356 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on May 17, 2007, sponsored by David Scott with 1 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 17, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Commemorations
- Public law
- Public Law 110-239
What it does
Adds Father's Day, the third Sunday in June, to the official occasions for the display of the U.S. flag.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
David Scott (D-GA). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 17, 2007
- Passed the HouseJun 11, 2007
- Passed the SenateMay 15, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentMay 23, 2008
- Became lawJun 3, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-239. (Jun 3, 2008)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Jun 11, 2007 · Passed386–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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