United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 240 — Commending President Barack Obama and the men and women of the military and intelligence agencies for the successful completion of the operation that led to the death of Osama bin Laden.

Last action — Referred to House Homeland Security

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” 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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Summary

Congratulates President Obama on his successful policies in the war on terror and in homeland security. Congratulates the Navy Seals and all of the men and women of the Armed Forces and intelligence agencies that contributed to the successful implementation of the mission that led to the death of Osama bin Laden.

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Action History

  1. Referred to House Homeland Security

  2. Referred to House Intelligence (Permanent Select)

  3. Referred to House Armed Services

  4. Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Intelligence (Permanent Select), and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  5. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2926)

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 240 do?
Congratulates President Obama on his successful policies in the war on terror and in homeland security. Congratulates the Navy Seals and all of the men and women of the Armed Forces and intelligence agencies that contributed to the successful implementation of the mission that led to the death of Osama bin Laden.
Who sponsors HRES 240?
HRES 240 is sponsored by Sheila Jackson-Lee (D).
What is the current status of HRES 240?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” 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.
Where can I track HRES 240?
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