H.Con.Res. 408 · 109th Congress
Commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to the Global War on Terror in Afghanistan.
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- House Introduced May 19, 2006
- House Passed Jun 13, 2006 409–0
Commends the government of Canada for: (1) its renewed and long-term commitment to the Global War on Terror; (2) working to secure a democratic and equal Afghanistan; (3) its commitment to reducing poverty, aiding counternarcotics efforts, and ensuring a peaceful and terror-free Afghanistan; and (4) its three-pronged commitment to Afghanistan of diplomacy,…
What it does: CRS summary · Passed House amended · Jun 13, 2006
Commends the government of Canada for: (1) its renewed and long-term commitment to the Global War on Terror; (2) working to secure a democratic and equal Afghanistan; (3) its commitment to reducing poverty, aiding counternarcotics efforts, and ensuring a peaceful and terror-free Afghanistan; and (4) its three-pronged commitment to Afghanistan of diplomacy, development, and defense.
Commends the leadership of former Canadian Prime Ministers Jean Jacques Chretien and Paul Martin and current Prime Minister Stephen Harper for their commitment to democracy, human rights, and freedom.
Expresses U.S. gratitude and appreciation for Canada's enduring friendship and leadership in the Global War on Terror.
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About this bill and sources
Official title: Commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to the Global War on Terror in Afghanistan.
Latest action (Jun 29, 2006): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 508.
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: House · Introduced: May 19, 2006
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- House Introduced May 19, 2006
- House Passed Jun 13, 2006 409–0
Final vote · House · Jun 13, 2006
Adoption (two-thirds required) — Passed. Vote details
Speaker of the House: J. Dennis Hastert