HRES 812
110th Congress
House
International Affairs
Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Emergency Management
Floods
International relief
Latin America
Mexico
Expressing the sympathy and pledging the urgent support of the House of Representatives and the people of the United States for the victims of the devastating flooding in southern Mexico.
Introduced: November 8, 2007
Introduced by:
Sánchez, Linda T.
Democratic
· California
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Nov 14, 2007
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Nov 14, 2007
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 1087). (text: CR 11/13/2007 H13538)
Nov 14, 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): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 1087).(text: CR 11/13/2007 H13538)
Nov 14, 2007
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H13873-13874)
Nov 13, 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.
Nov 13, 2007
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 812.
Nov 13, 2007
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H13538-13539)
Nov 13, 2007
Mr. Faleomavaega moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Nov 8, 2007
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Nov 8, 2007
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2007 | House · vote #1087 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, As Amended | Passed | 421–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Expresses sympathy for the victims of the devastating flooding affecting southern Mexico and conveys support to the people and government of Mexico.
Urges the U.S. government to make available all appropriate assistance requested by the Mexican authorities.
Reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to provide relief aid to the flooding victims.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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