(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Expresses support for all Iranian citizens who embrace the values of freedom, human rights, civil liberties, and rule of law.
Condemns the ongoing violence against demonstrators by the government of Iran and pro-government militias as well as the ongoing government suppression of independent electronic communication through interference with the Internet and cellphones.
Affirms the universality of individual rights and the importance of democratic and fair elections.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6906)
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6854-6855; text as passed Senate: CR S6855; text of measure as introduced: CR S6848)
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
SUSPENSION AUTHORITY - Mr. Berman asked unanimous consent that it be in order to entertain a motion to suspend the rules on Friday, June 19, 2009, with respect to the consideration of H. Res. 560. Agreed to without objection.
Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7034-7039)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 560.
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 H7040-7041)
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): 405 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 411).(text: CR H7034)
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 411). (text: CR H7034)
Roll Call #411 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.