H.Res. 79 · 116th Congress
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Government shutdowns are detrimental to the Nation and should not occur.
- Stage
- Did not pass
- Sponsor
- Jennifer Wexton
- Introduced
- 2019-01-28
- Latest action
- 2019-01-30 · 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).
Summary
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.