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Congressional Research Service
Version 81 · Passed House without amendment · Oct 8, 2003
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Commemorates the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bulgaria.
Recognizes Bulgaria's contributions toward bringing peace, stability, and prosperity to Southeastern Europe and its cooperation and increasingly vital role as an ally in the war against terrorism.
Encourages opportunities for greater U.S.-Bulgarian cooperation in political, military, economic, and cultural spheres.
People & committees
Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2] · R–SC
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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 Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 538). (text: CR 10/7/2003 H9241)
House roll call 538 · 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): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 538).(text: CR 10/7/2003 H9241)
House roll call 538 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9334-9335)
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. Res. 355.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9241-9243)
Mr. Bereuter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe.
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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