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Version 81 · Passed House without amendment · Oct 29, 2003
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Commends the President for continued efforts to engage the Government of the People's Republic of China.
Joins the President in encouraging the People's Republic of China to meet its commitments as a member of the World Trade Organization and the international community.
States that the Chinese economy would benefit from a market-determined exchange rate to avoid market and trade distortions. Joins the President in continuing to encourage China's efforts to modernize its financial system which includes the establishment of a more flexible exchange rate and compliance with its trade agreement obligations. Urges the Administration to continue its efforts to facilitate moves towards a market-based valuation of the renminbi, relaxation of capital controls, and reform of its banking sector. Encourages U.S. government efforts to promote innovation, reduce costs, and level the international playing field in the manufacturing sector.
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Rep. English, Phil [R-PA-3] · R–PA
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
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): 411 - 1 (Roll no. 579). (text: CR H10062-10063)
House roll call 579 · 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): 411 - 1 (Roll no. 579).(text: CR H10062-10063)
House roll call 579 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H10081-10082)
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. 414.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10062-10071)
Mr. English moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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