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109th Congress / Bills / H R 841

Title

To require States to hold special elections to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives not later than 49 days after the vacancy is announced by the Speaker of the House of Representatives in extraordinary circumstances.

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Votes on this bill

DateChamberResultVote
3/3/05 House Passed Session 1, roll call 52: On Passage
Continuity in Representation Act
3/3/05 House Failed Session 1, roll call 51: On Motion to Recommit With Instructions
Continuity in Representation Act
3/3/05 House Failed Session 1, roll call 50: On Agreeing to the Amendment
3/3/05 House Failed Session 1, roll call 49: On Agreeing to the Amendment
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