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H.Res. 79

ResolutionFederalHousePassed
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Government shutdowns are detrimental to the Nation and should not occur.
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Passed
Latest Action · January 30, 2019
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 249 - 163 (Roll no. 65).
Congress
116th (2019–2021)
Introduced
January 28, 2019
Sponsor
Rep. Jennifer WextonD
Cosponsors (0)
None
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This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that (1) government shutdowns cause substantial damage; (2) shutting down the government is not an acceptable tactic or strategy for resolving differences; and (3) Congress must ensure the continued, uninterrupted operations of the government and its duty to protect and promote the security of the American people.

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