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H.R. 2206:
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007
110th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

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2007-2008

Making emergency supplemental appropriations and additional supplemental appropriations for agricultural and other emergency assistance for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007, and for other purposes.

Overview

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Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedMay 8, 2007
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeMay 14, 2007
Occurred: Amendments (13 proposed)View Amendments
Occurred: Passed HouseMay 10, 2007
Occurred: Passed SenateMay 17, 2007
Occurred: Signed by PresidentMay 25, 2007
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
May 25, 2007: Became Public Law No: 110-28.
Other Titles:
-- Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007
-- Small Business and Work Opportunity Act of 2007
-- Small Business and Work Opportunity Tax Act of 2007
Related:
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Votes:
May 10, 2007: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The totals were 221 Ayes, 205 Nays, 7 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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May 17, 2007: This bill passed in the Senate by Voice Vote. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
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