12/11/07 1:32 PM
H. Res. 768:
honoring the life of Thomas "Tommy" Makem
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
12/11/07 1:26 PM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 768.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
12/11/07 1:25 PM
Ms. Shea-Porter moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
12/11/07 1:25 PM
H.R. 3890:
to amend the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 to waive the requirement for annual renewal resolutions relating to import sanctions, impose import sanctions on Burmese gemstones, expand the number of individuals against whom the visa ban is applicable, expand the blocking of assets and other prohibited activities, and for other purposes
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
12/11/07 1:14 PM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3890.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
Mr. Meeks (NY) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
12/11/07 1:14 PM
H. Res. 847:
recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith
12/11/07 1:13 PM
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.
12/11/07 1:04 PM
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 847.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
12/11/07 1:03 PM
Mr. Meeks (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
12/11/07 1:03 PM
H. Res. 708:
honoring the life and accomplishments of Luciano Pavarotti and recognizing the significant and positive impact of his astounding musical talent, his achievement in raising the profile of opera with audiences around the world, and his commitment to charitable causes
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
