Recognizing 200 years of research, service to the people of the United States, and stewardship of the marine environment by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and its predecessor agencies, and for other purposes.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (6 Dec 2007): Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
What this bill does
This congressional resolution would formally recognize 200 years of work by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and its predecessor agencies. It acknowledges their contributions to research, public service, and the protection of the marine environment. The resolution specifically notes the historical establishment of the Coast Survey in 1807 under President Thomas Jefferson.
The bill affects the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and its employees, past and present, by commemorating their 200-year history. It also encourages the public to participate in planned celebrations recognizing this anniversary. This type of resolution does not create new laws or funding, but rather expresses the sentiment of Congress.
The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to committees. It has since been received by the Senate and sent to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. For the resolution to be enacted, it must be approved by both the House and the Senate.
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Official summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Recognizes: (1) the contributions of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and its predecessor agencies over a 200-year period to human understanding of the oceans and atmosphere and their stewardship of the marine environment; (2) the vision of President Thomas Jefferson in supporting scientific advancement and coastal surveys; and (3) the contributions of employees and officers of the Coast Survey, the National Geodetic Survey, and the Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Timeline
6 Dec 2007
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 147 do?
- This congressional resolution would formally recognize 200 years of work by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and its predecessor agencies. It acknowledges their contributions to research, public service, and the protection of the marine environment. The resolution specifically notes the historical establishment of the Coast Survey in 1807 under President Thomas Jefferson. The bill affects the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and its employees, past and present, by commemorating their 200-year history. It also encourages the public to participate in planned celebrations recognizing this anniversary. This type of resolution does not create new laws or funding, but rather expresses the sentiment of Congress. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to committees. It has since been received by the Senate and sent to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. For the resolution to be enacted, it must be approved by both the House and the Senate.
- Has H.Con.Res. 147 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 147. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 147?
- H.Con.Res. 147 was sponsored by Rep. Brown, Henry E., Jr. [R-SC-1] (R-SC), with 26 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 147?
- Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (6 Dec 2007).
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