HCONRES 436
108th Congress
House
International Affairs
Africa (Sub-Saharan)
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Democracy
Economic growth
Economics and Public Finance
Government Operations and Politics
Health
Public health
South Africa
Celebrating 10 years of majority rule in the Republic of South Africa and recognizing the momentous social and economic achievements of South Africa since the institution of democracy in that country.
Everywhere this bill has been
11 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
Sep 7, 2004
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Jul 22, 2004
Considered as unfinished business. (CR H6650-6651)
Jul 22, 2004
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jul 22, 2004
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 414). (text: CR 7/21/2004 H6519)
Jul 21, 2004
Mr. Leach moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Jul 21, 2004
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.
Jul 21, 2004
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 436.
Jul 21, 2004
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6519-6521)
Jun 24, 2004
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
May 20, 2004
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
May 20, 2004
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
1
| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2004 | House · vote #414 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 422–0 | See who voted → |
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Plain-English summary
States that Congress: (1) applauds the Republic of South Africa for the remarkable transition to a democratic government and the tremendous progress achieved during ten years of majority rule; (2) looks forward to a continued partnership with South Africa focused on a sustained commitment to the health of South Africans; and (3) anticipates continued social development and economic growth in South Africa.
What's happening now
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Related & companion bills
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Bill text
3 versions
- Engrossed in House Formatted Text PDF
- Introduced in House Formatted Text PDF
- Referred in Senate Formatted Text PDF
Committees of jurisdiction
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H. Con. Res. 436: Celebrating 10 years of majority rule in the Republic of South Africa and recognizing the momentous social and economic achievements of South Africa since the institution of democracy in that country.. 108th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/108-HCONRES-436/
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