H.RES.355: Commemorating the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bulgaria.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about congress
  • Introduced Sept. 4, 2003
  • Latest Major Action Oct. 8, 2003

Bill Sponsor

Bill Summary

Commemorates the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bulgaria. Recognizes Bulgaria's contributions toward bringing peace, stability, and prosperity to Southeastern Europe and its cooperation and increasingly vital role as an ally in the war against terrorism. Encourages opportunities for greater U.S.-Bulgarian cooperation in political, military, economic, and cultural spheres.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Mr. Bereuter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 355.
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.
Considered as unfinished business.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 538).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sept. 4, 2003

Introduced in the House by Joe Wilson (R-S.C.)

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