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H.RES.175: Expressing concern over the outbreak of violence in the Republic of Congo and the resulting threat to scheduled elections and constitutional government in that country.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 25, 1997
- Latest Major Action July 28, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (1 Democrat, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Calls on all private militia to disarm and disband immediately to end the continuing threat to peace and stability in the Republic of Congo. Condemns the current fighting in the Republic of Congo and urges the warring parties to reach a lasting ceasefire that will allow for humanitarian needs to be addressed as soon as possible. Calls on all private militia to disarm and disband to end the continuing threat to peace and stability. Commends...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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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, as amended.
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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 chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Luther objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Failed by recorded vote (2/3 required): 279 - 147 (Roll no. 296).
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Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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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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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| June 25, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Edward Royce (R-Calif.) |