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S. 906:
Mercury Export Ban Act of 2008
110th Congress

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

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See S. 906 [110th] on THOMAS for the official source of information on this bill or resolution.

A bill to prohibit the sale, distribution, transfer, and export of elemental mercury, and for other purposes.

Overview

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Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedMar 15, 2007
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeJul 31, 2008
Occurred: Amendments (1 proposed)View Amendments
Occurred: Passed SenateSep 26, 2008
Occurred: Passed HouseSep 29, 2008
Occurred: Signed by PresidentOct 14, 2008
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Oct 14, 2008: Became Public Law No: 110-414.
Related:
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Votes:
Sep 26, 2008: This bill passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each senator’s position was not kept.
Sep 29, 2008: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The vote was held under a suspension of the rules to cut debate short and pass the bill, needing a two-thirds majority. This usually occurs for non-controversial legislation. The totals were 393 Ayes, 5 Nays, 35 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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