H.Res. 1170: Congratulating the winners of the Voice of Democracy national scholarship program

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H.Res. 1170

Congratulating the winners of the Voice of Democracy national scholarship program

Sponsor
Rep. Duncan Hunter

Date
March 15, 2010 (111th Congress, 2nd Session)

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Floor Situation

H.Res. 1170 is expected to be considered on the floor of the House on Monday, March 15, 2010, under a motion to suspend the rules, requiring a two-thirds vote for passage. The legislation was introduced by Rep. Duncan D. Hunter (R-CA) on March 11, 2010.

Bill Summary

H.Res. 1170 would resolve that the House of Representatives congratulates the winners of the Voice of Democracy national scholarship program.

Background

According to the resolution's findings, the Voice of Democracy (VOD) scholarship program is an audio-essay contest for high school students in grades 9 through 12 that annually provides more than $3,000,000 in scholarships.