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- H.CON.RES.17
H.CON.RES.17: Congratulating the people of Guatemala on the success of the recent negotiations to establish a peace process for Guatemala.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Feb. 10, 1997
- Latest Major Action March 6, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (3 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Congratulates the Guatemalan Government for negotiating an end to hostilities and beginning the process of national reconciliation and reconstruction. Recognizes the commitment of the Unidad Revolucionaria Nacional Guatemala in Guatemala to agree to end the warfare and to resolve differences in a peaceful manner within a democratic political arena. Commends the Guatemalan people for their determination to achieve a lasting peace. Encourages...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
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Mr. Gilman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 5, rule I, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 29).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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| Feb. 10, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Elton Gallegly (R-Calif.) |