Condemns General Manuel Noriega's actions with respect to the May 7th Panamanian election, the violent attack on Guillermo Endara and others by armed thugs acting on Noriega's behalf, and the expulsion of nine international journalists.
Calls on General Noriega and the Panamanian Defense Forces to: (1) honor the election by recognizing Guillermo Endara as the victorious presidential candidate; and (2) respect the internationally recognized human rights of the Panamanian people.
Calls on the world community of democratic nations to rebuke General Noriega's actions. Calls on the President to consult with the Western Hemisphere democracies in developing a common effort to urge the General to honor the election results.
Supports the President's policy steps as an appropriate response to the Panamanian crisis. Expresses Congress' desire to work with the President to determine U.S. foreign policy in Panama.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mr. Fascell moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Mr. Broomfield demanded a second on the motion to suspend the rules.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
On ordering a second Agreed to without objection.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
Yeas and Nays were ordered. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed.
Ordered to be Reported.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Considered as unfinished business.
Passed/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): 413 - 0 (Roll No. 55).
Roll Call #55 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll No. 55).
Roll Call #55 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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