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- H.RES.277
H.RES.277: Expressing support for freedom in Hong Kong.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 16, 2003
- Latest Major Action June 26, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
28 (5 Democrats, 24 Republicans)
Bill Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Condemns any restriction of the freedom of thought, expression, or association in Hong Kong, consistent with the United States-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992.Recognizes that because Hong Kong exercises considerable influence in international affairs, as a developed economy, financial center, trading entrepot and shipping center, reductions...
(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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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Mr. Smith (NJ) 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. Res. 277.
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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): 426 - 1 (Roll no. 326).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| June 16, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher Cox (R-Calif.) |