HRES 228
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Honoring the contributions of Vietnamese Americans to American society over the past three decades.
Introduced: April 21, 2005
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May 3, 2005
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
May 3, 2005
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): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 152).(text: CR H2758)
May 3, 2005
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2778-2779)
May 3, 2005
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.
May 3, 2005
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 228.
May 3, 2005
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2758-2762)
May 3, 2005
Mr. Fortenberry moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
May 3, 2005
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
May 3, 2005
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 0 (Roll no. 152). (text: CR H2758)
Apr 27, 2005
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Apr 27, 2005
Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific Discharged.
Apr 27, 2005
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 26, 2005
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
Apr 21, 2005
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Apr 21, 2005
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2005 | House · vote #152 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, As Amended | Passed | 416–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Honors the significant contributions of Vietnamese Americans to American society.
Observes the 30th anniversary of the refugee exodus when the Republic of Vietnam fell to the Communist forces of North Vietnam, and honors the memory of those Vietnamese who lost their lives in that exodus.
Supports all individuals taking part in events in Washington, D.C. and across the United States to commemorate these momentous events.
Urges all U.S. citizens to share in remembering these events and working toward the full realization of freedom for all the people of Vietnam.
What's happening now
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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