H.RES.1370 - Federal Government
Resolution calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to immediately end abuses of the human rights of its citizens, to cease repression of Tibetan and Uighur people, and to end its support for the Governments of Sudan and Burma to ensure that the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games take place in an atmosphere that honors the Olympic traditions of freedom and openness. |
Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.07/30/2008
Considered under suspension of the rules.07/30/2008- DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1370.07/30/2008
- At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.07/30/2008
- Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7342-7347)07/30/2008
- Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7518-7519)07/30/2008
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.07/30/2008
- On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 539). (text: H7342-7343)07/30/2008
- The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.07/30/2008
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.07/24/2008
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.07/24/2008
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.07/23/2008
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