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H. Res. 1042:
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6166) to amend title 10, United States Code, to...
109th Congress

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2005-2006

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6166) to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize trial by military commission for violations of the law of war, and for other purposes.

Overview

Sponsor:
Rep. Tom Cole [R-OK4](no cosponsors)
Text:
Summary | Full Text
Status:
Occurred: IntroducedSep 26, 2006
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeSep 26, 2006
Occurred: Passed HouseSep 27, 2006
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Last Action:
Sep 27, 2006: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 222 - 194 (Roll no. 489).
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Votes:
Sep 27, 2006: This resolution passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The totals were 222 Ayes, 194 Nays, 16 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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