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- H.CON.RES.319
H.CON.RES.319: Congratulating the Republic of Latvia on the 10th anniversary of the reestablishment of its independence from the rule of the former Soviet Union.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced May 4, 2000
- Latest Major Action Sept. 18, 2000
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (2 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Congratulates Latvia on the tenth anniversary of the reestablishment of its independence and the role it played in the disintegration of the former Soviet Union. Commends Latvia for its success in implementing political and economic reforms that may speed its integration into European and Western institutions.
(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. Bereuter 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 on H. Con. Res. 319.
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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.
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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): 398 - 0 (Roll no. 402).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Received in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 687.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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| May 4, 2000 |
Introduced in the House by John Shimkus (R-Ill.) |