589 the real story. **UPDATED 3/7/11**

getheminNOVEMBER wrote:G wrote:


In the early morning hours, Rep. Barbara Lee did attempt to attach H.R. 589 to the Fiscal Year 2011 Continuing Budget Resolution. Yes, this was disallowed (it should be noted that this method is used and has
succeeded without objection in the past).

Does this mean that H.R.589 is dead… NO!

This was but one of many methods that are being used to move H.R.589 along. The bill is still alive and in Committee.

H.R.589 is still gaining support, and it is imperative that you continue to focus your efforts on those House Members that comprise the Rules Committee, The Ways and Means Committee, and Representatives Bohener and
Cantor. It goes without saying that you should continue to reach out to your House Representatives.

I have again been asked to pass along the message that your appreciation for those in support of
H.R. 589 is recognized, but that there is no need to call and thank those already on board. It is preferred that you focus your attention and efforts upon those who are net yet supporting this bill.

Rep. Lee and others in the House are still fighting hard to legislate H.R. 589 and so should each of you.
DO NOT become discouraged based upon rumor, opinion, or the words of individuals who do not have direct dialogue with those directly involved in this process.

For additional and or updated information, please visit the American 99ers Union website.


Update from the 99ers Union, February 25, 2011:

H.R. 589 now has 69 Co-Sponsors and the list is growing.

MaryKay wrote:This is just my opinion, but if this were to die, I think the original sponsors of this bill would make sure that everyone knew who killed it. They are not a group to go down quitely and I mean that respectfully. In the past they have shown compassion for our cause and when the tax bill was approved, they made it know we were not covered and how callous they felt it was and then after the holidays and they were back in session they introduced HR 589. Again, just my opinion, but I am going on their past history.

Sick & Tired wrote:LOL...where did you find the monkey

getheminNOVEMBER wrote: He came for these. Ok back on topic Call your reps tomorrow

Sick & Tired wrote:

getheminNOVEMBER wrote: He came for these. Ok back on topic Call your reps tomorrow

keep up the work advocating people!!!

Mcfly wrote:QUESTION: How many co-sponsers does it take for a bill to be seen as one with strong support? 69 is alot, but is it alot by congresses' standard?

DesperateInRI wrote:

Mcfly wrote:QUESTION: How many co-sponsers does it take for a bill to be seen as one with strong support? 69 is alot, but is it alot by congresses' standard?

There is no requirement for the number of co-sponsors for legislation, some bills don't have any. The strategy of Rep. Lee is to gain as many co-sponsors as possible to show the Speaker and Leader how much support there is for it. The more co-sponsors, the better our chances of it coming to the floor in the near future.

You are right that 69 is a lot of co-sponsors. Hopefully, the Speaker will see the millions of people these sponsors represent and we will not be ignored.

Representative Lee knows what she is doing!

lennon5 wrote:Ok,let's say we get the 14 weeks. I still cannot find a job and Ill be in the same boat as I am now. 14 weeks later. But I've been with a check for now 15 weeks.