Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the historic dive to the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, the deepest point in the world's oceans, on January 23, 1960, and its importance to marine research, ocean science, a better understanding of the planet, and the future of human exploration.
Latest action · Mar 19, 2010 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Progress
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- IntroducedJan 21, 2010
- Agreed to in HouseMar 19, 2010
Summary
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Recognizes: (1) the 50th anniversary of the dive to the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench and its historic scientific contributions; (2) the lifetime achievements of Captain Don Walsh and Jacques Piccard and their contributions to the furtherance of exploration and ocean science; (3) the Mariana Trench as one of the world's great ocean classrooms; and (4) the U.S. commitment to educate future leaders in ocean science and human exploration.
Recorded votes 1
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| Roll call | Question | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| House 146 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed398–2 | Mar 19, 2010 |
Cosponsors 2
Members who signed on, in the order they did. All signed on Jan 21, 2010.
| Seat | Cosponsor | Signed on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-GU | Madeleine Z. Bordallo | Original | Jan 21, 2010 |
| D-CA | Sam Farr | Original | Jan 21, 2010 |
Actions 10
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- Mar 19, 2010At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
- Mar 19, 2010Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR S1713-1714)
- Mar 19, 2010Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR S1689-1691)
- Mar 19, 2010DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1027.
- Mar 19, 2010Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Subjects
Assigned by the Library of Congress. Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources.
Text 2
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- Mar 19, 2010Engrossed in House
- Jan 21, 2010Introduced in House
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