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- H.CON.RES.151
H.CON.RES.151: Expressing the sense of Congress that China release democratic activist Liu Xiaobo from imprisonment.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced June 12, 2009
- Latest Major Action Oct. 1, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
32 (27 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that China's government immediately release Liu Xiaobo and begin making strides toward true representative democracy.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Mr. Berman 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. Con. Res. 151.
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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): 410 - 1 (Roll no. 751).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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| June 12, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Walt Minnick (D-Idaho) |