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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Jul 17, 1997
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Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-20] · R–NY
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The Clerk was authorized to correct section numbers, punctuation, and cross references, and to make other necessary technical and conforming corrections in the engrossment of H. Res. 188.
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
On motion to table the motion to reconsider Agreed to by recorded vote: 240 - 176 (Roll no. 593).
House roll call 593 · Individual votesMr. Latham moved to table the motion to reconsider
Ms. Velazquez moved to reconsider the vote.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 414 - 8 (Roll no. 592).
House roll call 592 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 414 - 8 (Roll no. 592).
House roll call 592 · Individual votesThe previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 302, the House proceeded with one hour of debate.
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2358, H.R. 2232, H.R. 2195, H. Res. 188 and H.R. 967. Providing for the sequential consideration in the House of the following measures: H.R. 2358, H.R. 2232, H.R. 2195, H. Res. 188, H.R. 967, H.R. 2570, H.R. 2386, and H.R. 2605, H.R. 2647. One hour of general debate is provided for each measure. Specified amendments are in order.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 302. (consideration: CR H10123-10129)
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 302 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2358, H.R. 2232, H.R. 2195, H. Res. 188 and H.R. 967. Providing for the sequential consideration in the House of the following measures: H.R. 2358, H.R. 2232, H.R. 2195, H. Res. 188, H.R. 967, H.R. 2570, H.R. 2386, H.R. 2605, and H.R. 2647. One hour of general debate is provided for each measure. Specified amendments are in order.
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 104.
Reported by the Committee on International Relations. H. Rept. 105-304.
Reported by the Committee on International Relations. H. Rept. 105-304.
Executive Comment Received from State.
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Executive Comment Requested from State.
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1445)
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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