US HB3707 | 2011-2012 | 112th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 2-1)
Status: Introduced on December 16 2011 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2011-12-16 - Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Pending: House Rules Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Earmark Elimination Act of 2011 - Makes it out of order in the House of Representatives to consider a bill, joint resolution, or any other measure that includes a congressional earmark or limited tax or tariff benefit. Makes a conforming amendment to Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives.

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Title

Earmark Elimination Act of 2011

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History

DateChamberAction
2011-12-16HouseReferred to the House Committee on Rules.

Same As/Similar To

SB1930 (Related) 2011-12-01 - Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 243.
SB1936 (Related) 2011-12-01 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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