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HR 47 Geraldine Ferraro Appreciation Resolution
Topic Started: 9 Jun 2013, 09:56 PM (394 Views)
Heather Holson
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Rep. Kilinger, for herself, Sen. Power, Rep. Matthews, Rep. Hollingswoth, Rep. Woodward, Sen. Brenninger, Rep. Kennsington, Rep. Andrews, and Rep. Oakwood introduces a House Concurrent Resolution

To express the posthumous appreciation of the House of Representatives to Geraldine Anne "Gerry" Ferraro for her contributions to the American political process and to the nation as a whole.

Section I: Short Title

This resolution shall be known as the "Geraldine Ferraro Appreciation Resolution."

Section II: Findings

The United States House of representatives finds that Geraldine Anne "Gerry" Ferraro, from this point on referred to as Gerry Ferraro, made significant contributions to the American political process, including a more active role of women entering politics.

The United States House of representatives finds that finds that the nomination of Gerry Ferraro as the first female nominee of a major party in 1984 for Vice President has contributed to increased female involvement in government, and been a source of great national pride.

The United States House of representatives finds that Gerry Ferraro was a true American leader with a strong commitment to the middle class, women, and minorities.

The United States House of representatives finds that Gerry Ferraro's legacy hangs over the House of Representatives through the increased number of female representatives.

The United States House of representatives finds that without Gerry Ferraro, the political history of the United States would be far weaker for she was a hero to the feminist movement, a fighter for a more just America, and a believer in putting the interests of her constituents over the interests of the political action committees and special interest groups.

Section III: Provisions

Therefore, be it resolved, that The United States House of Representatives expresses their gratitude and appreciation to Geraldine Anne Ferraro, may she rest in peace.
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Nick
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Kim Hoynes
10 Jun 2013, 01:21 PM
NAY
NAY ON THE AMENDMENT.
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Ambrose Griffith
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Nay to call; Aye to amend.

Madame Speaker,

What, precisely, about my proposed amendment was ungermane?

I yield.
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Landry
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Winter is Coming to the Red States
Nay to amend
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Heather Holson
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The amendment offered by the Gentleman from California is ungermane because it changes the meaning and overall context of the legislation
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Heather Holson
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Chair votes Nay to amend
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TheJohnson
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Mr. Speaker

I motion to overturn the Speaker's ruling that the amendment is non-germane.

Nay to Call; Aye to Amend

I yield.
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Daniel Hernandez
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Rick Thomas

Madame Speaker,

I second the motion to overrule the ruling of the Chair concerning the germaneness of the proposed amendment.

I yield.
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Heather Holson
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The motion to overturn the ruling by the chair is properly recognized and seconded. 24 hours for voting.
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TheJohnson
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Nay to Overturn
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Daniel Hernandez
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Rick Thomas

Aye to Overturn
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TheJohnson
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Changed vote to Aye to Overturn
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Landry
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Winter is Coming to the Red States
Nay to Sustain
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Terrus


Yea to call, nay to amend, nay to overturn.
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Nick
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Nay to Overturn
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peter
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Lucas for President: Take Back America!
Aye to amend
Aye to overturn
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Brenninger
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#Swaggy
Nay
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Marcus Tompkins

Aye to amend, Aye to overturn
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Heather Holson
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Please mark what you're voting for as To Call Previous Question, Lucas Amendment, To Sustain.
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Marcus Tompkins

Madam Speaker, I change my vote to Nay to sustain.
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Brenninger
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#Swaggy
aye to call, nay to amend, nay to overturn.
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