(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Condemns the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran's human rights abuses and urges the international community to bring pressure on Iran to halt discrimination and violence toward its citizens, in particular women, religious and ethnic minorities, and vocal opponents of the regime.
Urges the U.S. government to continue to pressure the government of Iran into making measurable human rights improvements.
Expresses unity with all Iranian people and shares their desire to see Iran become a free country with democratic institutions and equal rights for all.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.
Mr. McCaul (TX) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6690-6692)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 976.
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 H6786)
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): 408 - 10, 2 Present (Roll no. 460).(text: CR 9/20/2006 H6690)
Roll Call #460 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 10, 2 Present (Roll no. 460). (text: CR 9/20/2006 H6690)
Roll Call #460 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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