H.Res. 209 (106th): Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1501) to provide grants to ensure increased accountability for juvenile offenders, and for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2122) to require background checks at gun shows, and for other purposes.

Introduced:
Jun 16, 1999 (106th Congress, 1999–2000)
Sponsor:
Rep. David Dreier [R-CA28]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)
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This resolution sets the rules for debate for another bill, such as limiting who can submit an amendment and setting floor debate time.

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Library of Congress Summary

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6/16/1999--Introduced.
Sets forth the rule (modified closed) for the consideration of H.R. 1501 ( consequences for juvenile offenders) and H.R. 2122 (mandatory background checks at gun shows). Requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives, in the engrossment of H.R. 1501, to: (1) await the disposition of H.R. 2122; (2) add the text of H.R. 2122, as passed by the House, as new matter at the end of H.R. 1501; (3) conform the title of H.R. 1501 to reflect the addition of the text of H.R. 2122 to the engrossment; (4) assign appropriate designations to provisions within the engrossment; and (5) conform provisions for short titles within the engrossment. Lays H.R. 2122 on the table upon the addition of its text to the engrossment of H.R. 1501.

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