Congress 111 - HRES 603 - Recognizing the 140th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.

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Asia Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad India International Affairs Political movements and philosophies Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

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Recognizes the 140th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.

Acknowledges Mahatma Gandhi's unique role in the establishment of the state of India and its democratic institutions.

Congratulates the visionary leadership of Mahatma Gandhi which enhanced the deepening friendship between the United States and India.

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Oct 14, 2009

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Oct 14, 2009

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H11323-11324)
Oct 14, 2009

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H11323-11324)
Oct 14, 2009

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 603.
Oct 14, 2009

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11323-11325)
Oct 14, 2009

Mr. Faleomavaega moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jun 26, 2009

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 26, 2009

Introduced in House

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