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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Feb 10, 1997
Congratulates the Guatemalan Government for negotiating an end to hostilities and beginning the process of national reconciliation and reconstruction. Recognizes the commitment of the Unidad Revolucionaria Nacional Guatemala in Guatemala to agree to end the warfare and to resolve differences in a peaceful manner within a democratic political arena. Commends the Guatemalan people for their determination to achieve a lasting peace. Encourages their commitment to democratic principles and social justice for all. Affirms U.S. commitment to help support a sustainable peace and development of strong democratic institutions in Guatemala.
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Rep. Gallegly, Elton [R-CA-23] · R–CA
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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 29).
House roll call 29 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 29).
House roll call 29 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 5, rule I, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H730-732, H737-738)
Mr. Gilman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E192)
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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