HRES 264
108th Congress
House
International Affairs
Algeria
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Disaster relief
Earthquakes
Emergency Management
International agencies
International relief
Middle East and North Africa
Victims
Expressing sympathy for the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Algeria on May 21, 2003.
Everywhere this bill has been
11 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Agreed to (House)
Jun 23, 2003
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 23, 2003
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5679-5680)
Jun 23, 2003
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 264.
Jun 23, 2003
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5668-5669)
Jun 23, 2003
Mr. Green (WI) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 1 (Roll no. 297). (text: CR H5668)
Jun 12, 2003
Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 12, 2003
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 10, 2003
Introduced in House
Jun 10, 2003
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Votes taken on this bill
1
| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2003 | House · vote #297 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 382–1 | See who voted → |
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Plain-English summary
Expresses: (1) condolences to the people of Algeria and particularly to the families of the victims and the survivors for the tragic losses suffered as a result of the earthquake of May 21, 2003; (2) support for the people and to the Government of Algeria as they continue their efforts to rebuild their cities and their lives; and (3) support for humanitarian assistance provided by the United States Agency for International Development and other American and international relief organizations.
Recognizes the important role that is being played by the United States and the international community in providing assistance to alleviate the suffering of the people of Algeria.
Encourages a continued commitment by the United States and other countries and international organizations to the rebuilding of the earthquake-affected areas in Algeria.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Bill text
2 versions
- Engrossed in House Formatted Text PDF
- Introduced in House Formatted Text PDF
Committees of jurisdiction
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H. Res. 264: Expressing sympathy for the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Algeria on May 21, 2003.. 108th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/108-HRES-264/
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