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H.R. 995 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008

To amend Public Law 106-348 to extend the authorization for establishing a memorial in the District of Columbia or its environs to honor veterans who became disabled while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States.

H.R. 995 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Feb 12, 2007, sponsored by Phil Hare with 30 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
Feb 12, 2007
Co-sponsors
30
Policy area
Commemorations
Public law
Public Law 110-106

What it does

Amends the Act of October 24, 2000, which authorized the establishment in the District of Columbia of a service-disabled veterans' memorial, to extend the authority for establishing such memorial until October 24, 2015.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Phil Hare (D-IL). Co-sponsors: 19 Democrats, 11 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 12, 2007
  • Passed the HouseMar 5, 2007
  • Passed the SenateOct 24, 2007
  • Sent to the PresidentOct 24, 2007
  • Became lawOct 25, 2007

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-106. (Oct 25, 2007)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
    House · Mar 5, 2007 · Passed
    390–0

Every roll call vote on this bill

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