Congratulates: (1) the people of Nicaragua for the successful completion of the democratic elections held on October 20, 1996; and (2) former President Violeta Barrios de Chamorro for her courage and commitment to democracy.
Encourages all Nicaraguans to continue to work together on the long road to lasting peace and democracy.
Recognizes that all Nicaraguans should continue to work together to ensure a stable democracy, respect for human rights, a free and market-oriented economy, and social justice for all people.
Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to help Nicaragua move toward freedom and democracy and to encourage democracy and peaceful development throughout the Western Hemisphere.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E215)
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
Mr. Gilman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H732-735, H738)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 5, rule I, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Considered as unfinished business.
Passed/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): 417 - 0, 3 Present (Roll no. 30).
Roll Call #30 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0, 3 Present (Roll no. 30).
Roll Call #30 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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