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Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · Apr 24, 2008
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House passed version is repeated here.)
Recognizes the historic significance of the 60th anniversary of the reestablishment of the State of Israel as a homeland for the Jewish people.
Reaffirms: (1) the bonds of friendship and cooperation which have existed between the United States and Israel for the past 60 years and commits to strengthening those bonds; and (2) support for Israel's right to defend itself against threats to its security and existence.
Commends the people of Israel for their achievements in building a new state and a pluralistic, democratic society in the face of terrorism, as well as hostility and ostracism from many of their neighbors.
Extends best wishes to Israel and the Israeli people for a peaceful and successful future.
People & committees
Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-8] · D–CA
Legislative record
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Received in the Senate, considered, and passed without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3412)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Received in the Senate, considered, and passed without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3412)
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): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 210). (text: CR 4/22/2008 H2515)
House roll call 210 · 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): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 210).(text: CR 4/22/2008 H2515)
House roll call 210 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2596-2597)
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.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 322.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2515-2527)
Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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