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June 15, 2005

Congressional Rounds

When judging what our representatives are doing with our hard-earned tax dollars, most of us only take notice of the legislation that actually passes and the handful of controversial bills that cause a stir in the media. But once in a while, it's fun to take a look at the bills that aren't going to pass, just to see how much of our tax-money legislators are wasting on far-fetched legislation. Here's the roundup:

HJ 24: Proposes an amendment to the Constitution to repeal the 22nd amendment (which sets term limits for Presidents).

As much as I would like to see a George W, Bill Clinton showdown during the 2008 election, I think the chances of this passing are slim to none.

HR 1146: Also known as the "American Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2005", the bill simply proposes that the United States completely withdraw from participation in the United Nations.

It would be a shame if this passed, because the last four months of fighting and bickering over the John Bolton nomination would be down the drain.

HCON 163: This bill honors the Sigma Chi fraternity on its 150th anniversary (May 23, 2005).

It's actually surprising how much time is spent honoring certain individuals and groups. I'm not sure why our government needs to debate for a month on whether or not it should officially endorse Pope John Paul as a good guy. And a fraternity? Are you kidding me? If they did this in passing, as a break between important bills or as a warm up to solving the country's problems, that would be one thing. But let's look at the actions of the bill:

5/23/2005:Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. 6/13/2005 2:27pm: Mr. Kline moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. 6/13/2005 2:27pm: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4364-4366) 6/13/2005 2:36pm: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4364-4365) 6/13/2005 2:36pm: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. 6/14/2005: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

From the time it was introduced to the time it passed: nearly a month. If you would like to call and thank one of the bill's nine sponsors for a job well done, the list is here.

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