Congress 111 - HRES 560 - Expressing support for all Iranian citizens who embrace the values of freedom, human rights, civil liberties, and rule of law, and for other purposes.

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Elections, voting, political campaign regulation Human rights International Affairs Internet and video services Internet, web applications, social media Iran Middle East Militias and paramilitary groups Protest and dissent Rule of law and government transparency Telephone and wireless communication

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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses support for all Iranian citizens who embrace the values of freedom, human rights, civil liberties, and rule of law.

Condemns the ongoing violence against demonstrators by the government of Iran and pro-government militias as well as the ongoing government suppression of independent electronic communication through interference with the Internet and cellphones.

Affirms the universality of individual rights and the importance of democratic and fair elections.

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Jun 19, 2009

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 19, 2009

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 411). (text: CR H7034)
Jun 19, 2009

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): 405 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 411).(text: CR H7034)
Jun 19, 2009

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7040-7041)
Jun 19, 2009

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 19, 2009

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 560.
Jun 19, 2009

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7034-7039)
Jun 19, 2009

Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jun 19, 2009

SUSPENSION AUTHORITY - Mr. Berman asked unanimous consent that it be in order to entertain a motion to suspend the rules on Friday, June 19, 2009, with respect to the consideration of H. Res. 560. Agreed to without objection.
Jun 18, 2009

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 18, 2009

Introduced in House

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