Congress 109 - HRES 91 - Condemning the terrorist bombing attack that occurred on February 14, 2005, in Beirut, Lebanon, that killed former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri and killed and wounded others.

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Armed Forces and National Security Assassination Bombings Commemorations Congress Congressional tributes Crime and Law Enforcement Criminal investigation Foreign leaders International Affairs International cooperation Lebanon Middle East and North Africa Military occupation Peace Prosecution Syria Terrorism United Nations Victims of terrorism

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Condemns the February 14, 2005, terrorist bombing in Beirut, Lebanon, that killed former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri and killed and wounded others.

Extends condolences to the families of the victims and to the people of Lebanon.

Recognizes the significant contributions Rafik Hariri made during his lifetime.

Reaffirms the right of the people of Lebanon to choose their leaders free from intimidation, terror, and foreign occupation in accordance with United Nations (UN) Security Council Resolution 1559.

Urges the international community to facilitate any investigation into this terrorist attack.

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Feb 17, 2005

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Feb 17, 2005

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 17, 2005

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 39). (text: CR 2/16/2005 H669 )
Feb 17, 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): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 39).(text: CR 2/16/2005 H669 )
Feb 17, 2005

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H755-756)
Feb 16, 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 until Feb. 17.
Feb 16, 2005

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 91.
Feb 16, 2005

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H669-673)
Feb 16, 2005

Mr. Issa moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Feb 14, 2005

Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Feb 14, 2005

Introduced in House

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