Congratulates the people of the 17 African nations that in 2010 are marking the 50th year of their national independence.
Honors the lives of the thousands of patriots, including innocent civilians, who died, were imprisoned, or otherwise dedicated their lives to achieving African independence.
Commends the socioeconomic and political progress being made by these nations while acknowledging the associated challenges that many still face.
Recognizes Africa's strategic, political, economic, and humanitarian importance to the United States.
Renews the commitment of the United States to help the people of sub-Saharan Africa to foster democratic rule and promote market-based economic growth and to alleviate the burden of poverty and disease that many in the region continue to face.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5270-5272)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1405.
At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Watson objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5320)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 410 - 0 (Roll no. 420).(text: CR 6/30/2010 H5270)
Roll Call #420 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 410 - 0 (Roll no. 420). (text: CR 6/30/2010 H5270)
Roll Call #420 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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