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H.RES.128: Condemning the murder of human rights lawyer Rosemary Nelson and calling for the protection of defense attorneys in Northern Ireland.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 106th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 23, 1999
- Latest Major Action April 20, 1999
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (6 Democrats, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the historic significance of the 1998 Good Friday Peace Accords and commends the people of Northern Ireland for their commitment to work together in peace. Condemns all violence committed in violation of the Northern Ireland cease-fire agreement. Calls on the Government of the United Kingdom to: (1) launch an independent public inquiry for the investigation of the murder of defense attorney Rosemary Nelson so that evidence...
(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 International Operations and Human Rights.
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Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) 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 on H. Res. 128.
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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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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 2 (Roll no. 93).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| March 23, 1999 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |