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Commending the people of the Republic of Kenya for conducting free and fair elections, for the peaceful and orderly transfer of power in their government, and for the continued success of democracy in their nation since that transition.
Introduced: April 3, 2003
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Jun 23, 2003
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 23, 2003
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 298). (text: CR H5669-5670)
Jun 23, 2003
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): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 298).(text: CR H5669-5670)
Jun 23, 2003
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5680-5681)
Jun 23, 2003
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.
Jun 23, 2003
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 177.
Jun 23, 2003
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5669-5671)
Jun 23, 2003
Mr. Green (WI) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Jun 12, 2003
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 12, 2003
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 4, 2003
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa.
Jun 4, 2003
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Jun 4, 2003
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Apr 3, 2003
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Apr 3, 2003
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2003 | House · vote #298 | On motion to suspend the rules and agree, as amended | Passed | 380–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Commends the people of the Republic of Kenya for conducting free and fair elections, and the Government of Kenya for its successful completion of a peaceful and orderly transition of power.
Urges other African countries to look to Kenya as an example of a working democracy in action and to follow the example set by the people of Kenya during this recent election process.
Commends President Mwai Kibaki and his government for their commitment and concrete steps taken, since taking office, to: (1) strengthen democracy, human rights and the rule of law; (2) combat corruption; (3) provide free and universal primary education; (4) fight against HIV/AIDS; and (5) support the United States in the war on terrorism.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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