H.RES.1215: Expressing support for Bangladesh's return to democracy.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about international affairs
  • Introduced March 24, 2010
  • Latest Major Action March 25, 2010

Bill Cosponsors

3 (2 Democrats, 1 Republican)

Bill Summary

Supports the people of Bangladesh and encourages the strengthening of democracy in Bangladesh. Urges the government of Bangladesh to: (1) work with all political leaders to continue reconciliation; and (2) protect the rights of religious and ethnic minorities. Urges: (1) the President to coordinate with Bangladesh on matters of security, economic progress, and human rights in South Asia; and (2) the Anti-Corruption Commission in Bangladesh to...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1215.
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.
Considered as unfinished business.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 380 - 7 (Roll No. 195).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
March 24, 2010

Introduced in the House by Joseph Crowley (D-N.Y.)

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