Expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued in honor of Luis A. Ferre.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (16 Feb 2007): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 69, expresses the opinion of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be created to honor Luis A. Ferre. It specifically suggests that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued. The resolution highlights Ferre's various roles, including engineer, industrialist, politician, philanthropist, and patron of the arts, and notes his contributions to Puerto Rico's economy, culture, and politics, including his service as Governor and in the Puerto Rico Senate.
The bill affects the public by proposing a tribute to a notable figure. Luis A. Ferre, a former Governor of Puerto Rico and an advocate for statehood, is recognized for his diverse accomplishments. The bill does not mandate the stamp's creation but conveys Congress's sentiment.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2007, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a concurrent resolution, it requires approval from both the House and the Senate to be enacted. If passed by both chambers, it would represent the collective view of Congress regarding the issuance of the commemorative stamp.
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Timeline
16 Feb 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 69 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 69, expresses the opinion of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be created to honor Luis A. Ferre. It specifically suggests that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued. The resolution highlights Ferre's various roles, including engineer, industrialist, politician, philanthropist, and patron of the arts, and notes his contributions to Puerto Rico's economy, culture, and politics, including his service as Governor and in the Puerto Rico Senate. The bill affects the public by proposing a tribute to a notable figure. Luis A. Ferre, a former Governor of Puerto Rico and an advocate for statehood, is recognized for his diverse accomplishments. The bill does not mandate the stamp's creation but conveys Congress's sentiment. Introduced in the House of Representatives in February 2007, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a concurrent resolution, it requires approval from both the House and the Senate to be enacted. If passed by both chambers, it would represent the collective view of Congress regarding the issuance of the commemorative stamp.
- Has H.Con.Res. 69 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 69. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 69?
- H.Con.Res. 69 was sponsored by Rescom. Fortuno, Luis G. [R-PR-At Large] (R-PR), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 69?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (16 Feb 2007).
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