PlainBillCongress, translated.Legislation. Context. Public interest.Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Version 36 · Passed House amended · Jun 15, 2009
Mourns the loss of life and expresses condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of Italy.
Applauds the response of Italian rescue workers.
Recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Italy and expresses continued solidarity with the people of Italy during this time of crisis.
Supports President Obama's offer of U.S. assistance to Italy in response to this event.
Urges the people of the United States to support humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Italy in this time of need.
Commends the many U.S. organizations, including the National Italian-American Foundation, working to demonstrate support with the Italian people and raising funds to provide needed help.
Expresses gratitude to the people of the United States who have supported those humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Italy in this time of need.
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Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-8] · D–NJ
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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 the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 0 (Roll no. 336). (text: CR H6750)
House roll call 336 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 0 (Roll no. 336).(text: CR H6750)
House roll call 336 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6778-6779)
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. 430.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6750-6752)
Mr. Faleomavaega moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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