United States 111th Congress Status: Died

HRES 1255 — Raising a question of the privileges of the House.

Last action — On motion to refer the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 385 - 0, 18 Present (Roll no. 206). (text: CR H2609-2610)

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Summary

Requires the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to report to the House of Representatives, with respect to the activities addressed in its report of February 26, 2010 (regarding possible connections between PMA Group campaign contributions and specific earmarks), on: (1) how many witnesses were interviewed; (2) how many, if any, subpoenas were issued in the course of their investigation; and (3) what documents were reviewed and their availability for public review.

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Action History

  1. On motion to refer the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 385 - 0, 18 Present (Roll no. 206). (text: CR H2609-2610)

  2. The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H2610)

  3. DEBATE - The Chair recognized Mr. Oberstar to proceed with up to one hour of debate on the motion to refer H.Res. 1255 to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct.

  4. Mr. Oberstar moved to refer to Standards of Official Conduct.

  5. Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2609-2610)

  6. QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - Mr. Flake rose to a question of the privileges of the House and offered a previously noticed privileged resolution. The Chair announced that the resolution qualified and directed the Clerk to report the resolution to the House.

  7. Referred to the House Committee on Standards of Official Conduct.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 1255 do?
Requires the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to report to the House of Representatives, with respect to the activities addressed in its report of February 26, 2010 (regarding possible connections between PMA Group campaign contributions and specific earmarks), on: (1) how many witnesses were interviewed; (2) how many, if any, subpoenas were issued in the course of their investigation; and (3) what documents were reviewed and their availability for public review.
What is the current status of HRES 1255?
This bill died with 111th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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