HRES 635
110th Congress
House
International Affairs
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Islam
Islamic fundamentalism
Muslims
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Terrorism
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Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and expressing respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this occasion, and for other purposes.
Introduced: September 5, 2007
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Became law
Oct 2, 2007
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Oct 2, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Oct 2, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 0, 42 Present (Roll no. 928). (text: CR H11087)
Oct 2, 2007
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): 376 - 0, 42 Present (Roll no. 928).(text: CR H11087)
Oct 2, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H11126)
Oct 2, 2007
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.
Oct 2, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 635.
Oct 2, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11087-11090)
Oct 2, 2007
Mr. Sherman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Sep 26, 2007
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
Sep 26, 2007
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Sep 5, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sep 5, 2007
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2007 | House · vote #928 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 376–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great world religions.
Acknowledges the onset of Ramadan and expresses deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this significant occasion.
Expresses friendship and support for Muslims in the United States and worldwide.
Rejects hatred, bigotry, and violence directed against Muslims both in the United States and worldwide.
Commends Muslims in the United States and across the globe who have privately and publicly rejected interpretations and movements of Islam that justify and encourage hatred, violence, and terror.
What's happening now
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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