H.R. 1339 · 112th Congress · 2011–2012
To designate the City of Salem, Massachusetts, as the Birthplace of the National Guard of the United States.
H.R. 1339 in the 112th Congress (2011–2012) became law — introduced on Apr 1, 2011, sponsored by John F. Tierney with 116 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 112th Congress (2011–2012), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 1, 2011
- Co-sponsors
- 116
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 112-241
What it does
Designates Salem, Massachusetts, as the Birthplace of the National Guard of the United States. Directs the Chief of the National Guard Bureau to provide military ceremonial support at the dedication of any monument, plaque, or other official recognition celebrating such designation. Prohibits federal funds from being used in connection with such recognition.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John F. Tierney (D-MA). Co-sponsors: 99 Democrats, 17 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 1, 2011
- Passed the HouseMar 28, 2012
- Passed the SenateDec 21, 2012
- Sent to the PresidentDec 31, 2012
- Became lawJan 10, 2013
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 112-241. (Jan 10, 2013)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Mar 28, 2012 · Passed413–6
Every roll call vote on this bill
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- H.R. 1363: Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Amendments, 2011
- H.R. 754: Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011
- H.R. 1383: Restoring GI Bill Fairness Act of 2011
- H.R. 2646: Veterans Health Care Facilities Capital Improvement Act of 2011
- S. 894: Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2011
- H.R. 2447: To grant the congressional gold medal to the Montford Point Marines.
- H.R. 1540: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
- H.R. 1892: Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
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- H.R. 1627: Honoring America's Veterans and Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012
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