H.Res. 740 · 109th Congress
Calling on the Government of the United Kingdom immediately to establish a full, independent, public judicial…
Full title
Calling on the Government of the United Kingdom immediately to establish a full, independent, public judicial inquiry into the murder of Northern Ireland defense attorney Patrick Finucane, as recommended by Judge Peter Cory as part of the Weston Park agreement, in order to move forward on the Northern Ireland Peace Process.
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17 cosponsors · 12 D, 5 R
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- House Introduced Mar 28, 2006
- House Passed May 18, 2006 390–5
Expresses deepest condolences to the family of Patrick Finucane on his death, commends their steadfast pursuit of justice in his brutal murder, and thanks his wife Geraldine and son Michael for their willingness to testify on this matter before committees of the House of Representatives.
What it does: CRS summary · Passed House amended · May 18, 2006
Expresses deepest condolences to the family of Patrick Finucane on his death, commends their steadfast pursuit of justice in his brutal murder, and thanks his wife Geraldine and son Michael for their willingness to testify on this matter before committees of the House of Representatives.
Supports Administration efforts in seeking full implementation of the Weston Park Agreement and establishment of an independent judicial inquiry into Mr. Finucane's murder.
Calls on the government of the United Kingdom to: (1) reconsider its position on the matter of an inquiry into Mr. Finucane's murder; (2) amend the Inquiries Act of 2005; and (3) take fully into account objections raised by Judge Cory, U.S. government officials, other governments and international bodies, and Mr. Finucane's family.
Urges the government of the United Kingdom to establish a full, independent, and public judicial inquiry into Mr. Finucane's murder which would enjoy the support of his family, the people of Northern Ireland, and the international community as recommended by Judge Cory.
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Official title: Calling on the Government of the United Kingdom immediately to establish a full, independent, public judicial inquiry into the murder of Northern Ireland defense attorney Patrick Finucane, as recommended by Judge Peter Cory as part of the Weston Park agreement, in order to move forward on the Northern Ireland Peace Process.
Latest action (May 18, 2006): The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: House · Introduced: Mar 28, 2006
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- House Introduced Mar 28, 2006
- House Passed May 18, 2006 390–5
Final vote · House · May 18, 2006
Adoption (two-thirds required) — Passed. Vote details
Speaker of the House: J. Dennis Hastert