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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2201) to amend the Securities Act of 1933 to exempt certain micro-offerings from the registration requirements of such Act, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 609

Bill 115 H.Res. 609 is a resolution that sets the rules for considering another bill, H.R. 2201. The purpose of H.R. 2201 is to make changes to the Securities Act of 1933. Specifically, it aims to create an exemption for certain small offerings from having to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The Securities Act of 1933 requires companies to register their securities with the SEC before offering them to the public. This registration process can be costly and time-consuming, especially for small businesses. H.R. 2201 seeks to ease this burden by exempting certain micro-offerings from the registration requirements.

The resolution, Bill 115 H.Res. 609, is important because it lays out the procedures for debating and voting on H.R. 2201 in the House of Representatives. It ensures that all members have a chance to voice their opinions and vote on the bill in a fair and orderly manner. Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 609 and H.R. 2201 are aimed at making it easier for small businesses to raise capital without being bogged down by regulatory requirements. The resolution sets the stage for a thorough discussion and decision-making process on this important issue in Congress.

Current Status of Bill HRES 609

Bill HRES 609 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2017. Bill HRES 609 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on November 7, 2017.  Bill HRES 609's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of November 8, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 609

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 609

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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