Congress 110 - HRES 422 - Calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to use its unique influence and economic leverage to stop genocide and violence in Darfur, Sudan.

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Africa (Sub-Saharan) Armed Forces and National Security Armistices Arms sales China Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Diplomacy East Asia Foreign investments Foreign leaders Foreign Trade and International Finance Genocide Government Operations and Politics Human rights Insurgency International Affairs International military forces International relief Military assistance Olympic games Paramilitary forces Peace negotiations Peace treaties Peacekeeping forces Sanctions (International law) Sports and Recreation Sudan United Nations

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Calls upon the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to condemn the atrocities taking place in Darfur, Sudan, and end military and economic assistance to the government of Sudan until Sudan stops civilian attacks and engages in peace negotiations.

Recognizes the close relationship between the PRC and Sudan and urges the PRC to use its political, international, and economic influence to stop the violence in Darfur, Sudan.

Recognizes that the spirit of the Olympics, which is to bring together nations and people from all over the world in peace, is incompatible with actions supporting acts of genocide.

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Jun 5, 2007

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 0 (Roll no. 427). (text: CR H5955-5956)
Jun 5, 2007

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 5, 2007

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 0 (Roll no. 427).(text: CR H5955-5956)
Jun 5, 2007

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5977-5978)
Jun 5, 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.
Jun 5, 2007

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 422.
Jun 5, 2007

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5955-5963)
Jun 5, 2007

Mr. Tanner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
May 23, 2007

Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.
May 23, 2007

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
May 21, 2007

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
May 21, 2007

Introduced in House

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