S.Res. 484 (112th): A resolution designating June 7, 2012, as “National Hunger Awareness Day”.

Introduced:
Jun 06, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. John Boozman [R-AR]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on June 6, 2012. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Jun 06, 2012
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Jun 06, 2012
Cosponsors
6 cosponsors (4D, 2R) (show)
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Last updated Jun 06, 2012.
4 pages

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6/6/2012--Passed Senate without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Designates June 7, 2012, as National Hunger Awareness Day. Calls on the people of the United States to observe such Day by improving programs and public policies that reduce hunger and food insecurity in the United States.

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