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H.RES.1307: Commemorating the Kingdom of Bhutan's participation in the 2008 Smithsonian Folklife Festival and commending the people and the Government of the Kingdom of Bhutan for their commitment to holding elections and broadening political participation.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced June 26, 2008
- Latest Major Action Sept. 9, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (27 Democrats, 16 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Commemorates Bhutan's participation in the 2008 Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Recognizes the cultural, artistic, agricultural, and environmental achievements of Bhutan and the Bhutanese people. Commends the Bhutanese people, the government of the Kingdom of Bhutan, and His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck for their commitment to conducting parliamentary elections and transitioning from a monarchy to a parliamentary democracy....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Mr. Baird 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. 1307.
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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): 395 - 15 (Roll no. 573).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| June 26, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Brian Baird (D-Wash.) |