New Benjamin Franklin Statue for the U.S. Capitol
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The bill has already passed the House and honors a famous historical figure, making it very likely to pass the Senate without trouble.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H854)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H854)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 250.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
To direct the Joint Committee on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin for placement in the Capitol.
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