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H.RES.578: Concerning the Government of Romania's ban on intercountry adoptions and the welfare of orphaned or abandoned children in Romania.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Nov. 18, 2005
- Latest Major Action April 6, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
31 (13 Democrats, 19 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses support for the government of Romania's desire to improve the standard of care and well-being of children in Romania. Urges the government of Romania to: (1) complete the processing of certain intercountry adoption cases; and (2) amend its child welfare and adoption laws to decrease adoption barriers. Urges the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to work with the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe and Emerging Threats.
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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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Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Human Rights and International Operations.
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Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Unanimous Consent.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
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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. 578.
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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): 428 - 0 (Roll no. 95).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Nov. 18, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |