US HR1215 | 2009-2010 | 111th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 3-1)
Status: Introduced on March 24 2010 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2010-03-25 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on March 24 2010 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2010-03-25 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Supports the people of Bangladesh and encourages the strengthening of democracy in Bangladesh. Urges the government of Bangladesh to: (1) work with all political leaders to continue reconciliation; and (2) protect the rights of religious and ethnic minorities. Urges: (1) the President to coordinate with Bangladesh on matters of security, economic progress, and human rights in South Asia; and (2) the Anti-Corruption Commission in Bangladesh to continue efforts to eradicate corruption. Encourages the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to support the building of a strong civil society and the eradication of poverty in Bangladesh.
Title
Expressing support for Bangladesh's return to democracy.
Sponsors
| Rep. Joseph Crowley [D-NY] | Rep. Jim McDermott [D-WA] | Rep. Edward Royce [R-CA] | Rep. Vic Snyder [D-AR] |
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-03-25 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | |
| 2010-03-25 | On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 380 - 7 (Roll No. 195). (text: CR H2413) | |
| 2010-03-25 | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2440-2441) | |
| 2010-03-25 | 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. | |
| 2010-03-25 | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1215. | |
| 2010-03-25 | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2413-2414) | |
| 2010-03-25 | Mr. Crowley moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. | |
| 2010-03-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. |
Subjects
Asia
Bangladesh
Economic development
Foreign aid and international relief
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
