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Version 53 · Passed House · Nov 18, 2020
This resolution reaffirms the vital role of the U.S.-Japan alliance in promoting peace and stability and calls for further strengthening of ties.
The resolution calls for the continued robust cooperation between the United States and Japan in the global fight against COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) and supports the Japanese government's commitment to hosting the Olympic Games in 2021.
Additionally, the resolution reaffirms the vital role of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue as a platform to facilitate further collaboration between the United States, Australia, India, and Japan on matters related to protecting freedom of navigation and promoting democratic values in the Indo-Pacific.
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Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20] · D–TX
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5882)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5882)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 349.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5882-5883)
Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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