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H.RES.576: Urging the Government of the People's Republic of China to improve its protection of intellectual property rights, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 24, 2004
- Latest Major Action July 14, 2004
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
28 (17 Democrats, 12 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Commends the Government of the People's Republic of China (China) for its steps to improve its legal framework for intellectual property (IP) rights protection and efforts toward compliance with international standards for IP rights. Recognizes the Chinese Government's renewed commitment to significantly reduce IP infringement levels. Recognizes, despite such steps, the continued existence of widespread IP rights violations in China. Urges the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
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Mr. Ballenger 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. 576.
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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, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 3 (Roll no. 374).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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March 24, 2004 |
Introduced in the House by Diane Watson (D-Calif.) |