H.Res. 600 (107th): Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5710) to establish the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

Introduced:
Nov 12, 2002 (107th Congress, 2001–2002)
Sponsor:
Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart [R-FL21]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)
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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on November 13, 2002. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Nov 12, 2002
Reported by Committee Nov 13, 2002
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Nov 13, 2002
Votes

House Vote on Passage
Nov 13, 2002 2:15 p.m.
Passed 237/177

Cosponsors
none
Committees

House Rules

The committee chair determines whether a resolution will move past the committee stage.

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Text

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Last updated Nov 13, 2002.
2 pages

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11/13/2002--Passed House without amendment. Provides for consideration of H.R. 5710 (establishment of the Department of Homeland Security).

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