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- H.RES.273
H.RES.273: Recognizing the 188th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 19, 2009
- Latest Major Action March 25, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
39 (27 Democrats, 13 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Congratulates the Greek people as they celebrate the 188th anniversary of Greece's independence. Supports the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed. Notes the important role that Greece has played in the wider European region and in the community of nations.
(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.
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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. 273.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Wexler objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 154).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| March 19, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-Fla.) |