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H.RES.282: Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the peace treaty between Egypt and Israel.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 24, 2009
- Latest Major Action March 31, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
27 (12 Democrats, 16 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the 30th anniversary of the peace treaty between Egypt and Israel and commends the extraordinary diplomatic achievement that the treaty exemplifies. Urges the governments of Egypt and Israel to strengthen the spirit of cooperation that emerged in 1979 as the Middle East faces new challenges. Encourages continued U.S. efforts to mitigate threats to a lasting Middle East peace. Calls for: (1) strengthening Egypt-Israel economic,...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Mr. Connolly (VA) 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. 282.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Fortenberry 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 The point of no quorum was withdrawn.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, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 418 - 1 (Roll no. 168).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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March 24, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Jeff Fortenberry (R-Neb.) |