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H.RES.740: Calling on the Government of the United Kingdom immediately to establish a full, independent, public judicial inquiry into the murder of Northern Ireland defense attorney Patrick Finucane, as recommended by Judge Peter Cory as part of the Weston Park agre
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 28, 2006
- Latest Major Action May 18, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (12 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses deepest condolences to the family of Patrick Finucane on his death, commends their steadfast pursuit of justice in his brutal murder, and thanks his wife Geraldine and son Michael for their willingness to testify on this matter before committees of the House of Representatives. Supports Administration efforts in seeking full implementation of the Weston Park Agreement and establishment of an independent judicial inquiry into Mr....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Mr. McCotter 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. 740.
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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): 390 - 5, 6 Present (Roll no. 159).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
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| March 28, 2006 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |