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H.RES.608: Condemning the escalating levels of religious persecution in the People's Republic of China.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Dec. 14, 2005
- Latest Major Action June 12, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
38 (10 Democrats, 29 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Condemns the imprisonment of religious leaders and people of faith in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and urges their release. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. policy should be to promote and defend religious freedom and freedom of conscience in China.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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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 (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
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Mr. Smith (NJ) 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. 608.
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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): 363 - 1 (Roll no. 253).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Dec. 14, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Thaddeus McCotter (R-Mich.) |