Commends the people and Government of Ukraine for their commitment to democracy and their determination to end the political crisis in that country in a peaceful and democratic manner.
Congratulates: (1) the people and Government of Ukraine for ensuring a free and fair runoff presidential election; and (2) Viktor Yushchenko on his election as President of Ukraine.
Applauds the Ukrainian presidential candidates, the European Union and other European representatives, and the U.S. Government for the role they played in helping to peacefully resolve the crisis.
Acknowledges and welcomes the strong U.S.-Ukraine relationship, and expresses support for the efforts of the Ukrainian people and the new Government of Ukraine to establish democracy, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.
Pledges congressional assistance to the democratic system in Ukraine, the creation of a market economy in Ukraine, the reaffirmation of Ukraine's independence and territorial sovereignty, and Ukraine's full integration into the international community of democracies.
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S504)
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Mr. Hyde moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H145-149)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 16.
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.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H171)
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): 392 - 1 (Roll no. 8).(text: CR H145)
Roll Call #8 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 392 - 1 (Roll no. 8). (text: CR H145)
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate.