Expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to honor Wilton "Wilt" Chamberlain.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (3 Jun 2009): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Con.Res. 140, expresses the sentiment of Congress that the United States Postal Service should create and issue a commemorative postage stamp to honor Wilt Chamberlain. The resolution highlights his achievements in basketball, including his scoring records and accolades.
The resolution specifically urges the Postal Service and its Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to consider recommending the issuance of such a stamp. This action would affect the Postal Service by prompting consideration of a new stamp design. The bill is a concurrent resolution, meaning it expresses the view of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in June 2009 by Representative Clay, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature and, if passed by both chambers, would convey Congress's wish to the Postal Service.
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Official summary
Urges the United States Postal Service to issue a commemorative stamp to honor Wilton "Wilt" Chamberlain.
Timeline
3 Jun 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 140 do?
- This resolution, H.Con.Res. 140, expresses the sentiment of Congress that the United States Postal Service should create and issue a commemorative postage stamp to honor Wilt Chamberlain. The resolution highlights his achievements in basketball, including his scoring records and accolades. The resolution specifically urges the Postal Service and its Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to consider recommending the issuance of such a stamp. This action would affect the Postal Service by prompting consideration of a new stamp design. The bill is a concurrent resolution, meaning it expresses the view of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Introduced in the House of Representatives in June 2009 by Representative Clay, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature and, if passed by both chambers, would convey Congress's wish to the Postal Service.
- Has H.Con.Res. 140 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 140. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 140?
- H.Con.Res. 140 was sponsored by Rep. Clay, Wm. Lacy [D-MO-1] (D-MO), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 140?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (3 Jun 2009).
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