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Issue #277
March 30, 2009

One More Vote on Serve America Act
The House could send the National Service Bill to President Obama tonight!

On Monday afternoon, the House of Representatives will consider the Senate-passed version of H.R. 1388, The GIVE Act/Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act.  If the House passes the bill, the legislation will be sent promptly to President Obama to be signed into law.

H.R. 1388 is being considered on the Suspension Calendar, and debate will be limited to 40 minutes. Under suspension, bills cannot be amended, nor are they subject to "motions to recommit."  But they must get a two-thirds super majority to pass.

How can you help?

• Since increased spending levels in the Senate bill may cause concerns for some House members, we ask that you contact your Representatives and urge them to support the bill.
• The message is simple: "Please pass the GIVE Act as amended by the Senate."
• The House operator -- 202-225-3121 -- can connect you with your Congressperson.  Click here to find out who represents your district.
• Every phone call counts and every vote matters.

To see how your legislator voted on H.R. 1388 previously, please click here.