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.
| Action Date | Type | Text | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-01-30 | Vote | 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). | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-30 | Floor | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1317) | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-30 | Floor | At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-30 | Floor | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 79. | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-30 | Floor | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1307-1313; text: CR H1307) | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-30 | Floor | Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-28 | IntroReferral | Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. | House floor actions |
| 2019-01-28 | IntroReferral | Introduced in House | Library of Congress |