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H.Res. 1195 · 110th Congress

Expressing condolences and sympathy to the people of the People's Republic of China for the grave loss of…

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Expressing condolences and sympathy to the people of the People's Republic of China for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the earthquake of May 12, 2008 in Sichuan Province.

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  1. House Introduced May 14, 2008
  2. House Passed May 20, 2008

Extends condolences and sympathy to the people of the People's Republic of China (PRC) for the loss of life and destruction caused by the earthquake centered in Sichuan Province.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed House amended · May 20, 2008

Extends condolences and sympathy to the people of the People's Republic of China (PRC) for the loss of life and destruction caused by the earthquake centered in Sichuan Province.

Vows full support for the people of the PRC as well as the members of the Chinese American community who have relatives in the affected areas.

Expresses confidence that the people of the PRC will come together to help those in need and succeed in overcoming the hardships incurred because of this tragedy.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: Expressing condolences and sympathy to the people of the People's Republic of China for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the earthquake of May 12, 2008 in Sichuan Province.

Latest action (May 20, 2008): Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: House · Introduced: May 14, 2008

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  1. House Introduced May 14, 2008
  2. House Passed May 20, 2008

No recorded floor vote found.