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Bill113th CongressFiled Feb 25, 2014International Affairs
H.Res. 488

Supporting the people of Venezuela as they protest peacefully for democracy, a reduction in violent crime and calling for an end to recent violence.

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What it doesSummary passed house amended (Mar 4, 2014)

Supports the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of freedom of expression and assembly to promote democratic principles in Venezuela.

Deplores the violence and political intimidation perpetrated against opposition leaders and protesters in Venezuela and the growing use of politically motivated criminal charges to intimidate the political opposition.

Urges the international community to stand in solidarity with the people of Venezuela and to encourage dialogue between the government and the political opposition.

Urges the Department of State to work with other countries in the Americas to ensure that fundamental freedoms in Venezuela are in accordance with the Inter-American Democratic Charter, and to strengthen the ability of the Organization of American States (OAS) to respond to the erosion of democratic norms and institutions in Venezuela.

Urges the OAS and its Inter-American Commission on Human Rights to seek the most effective way to end the violence in Venezuela in accordance with the Inter-American Democratic Charter.

Supports international efforts to urge the Venezuelan government to guarantee the rights to life, humane treatment, and security, and the political freedoms of assembly, association, and expression.

What just happenedMar 4, 2014

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 1 (Roll no. 92). (text: CR H2106)

Who’s behind it

Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-27](R-FL)Sponsor
34 cosponsors12 D22 R
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  • Engrossed in HouseMar 4, 2014
  • Introduced in HouseFeb 25, 2014
  1. Mar 4, 2014FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 1 (Roll no. 92). (text: CR H2106)

  2. Mar 4, 2014Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 1 (Roll no. 92).(text: CR H2106)

  3. Mar 4, 2014FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2142)

  4. Mar 4, 2014FloorH37220

    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.

  5. Mar 4, 2014FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 488.

  6. Mar 4, 2014FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2106-2109)

  7. Mar 4, 2014FloorH30300

    Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  8. Feb 28, 2014Committee

    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Unanimous Consent .

  9. Feb 28, 2014Committee

    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  10. Feb 27, 2014Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.

  11. Feb 25, 2014IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

  12. Feb 25, 2014IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1928-1929)

  13. Feb 25, 2014IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  14. Feb 25, 2014IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedMar 4, 201436

Supports the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of freedom of expression and assembly to promote democratic principles in Venezuela.

Deplores the violence and political intimidation perpetrated against opposition leaders and protesters in Venezuela and the growing use of politically motivated criminal charges to intimidate the political opposition.

Urges the international community to stand in solidarity with the people of Venezuela and to encourage dialogue between the government and the political opposition.

Urges the Department of State to work with other countries in the Americas to ensure that fundamental freedoms in Venezuela are in accordance with the Inter-American Democratic Charter, and to strengthen the ability of the Organization of American States (OAS) to respond to the erosion of democratic norms and institutions in Venezuela.

Urges the OAS and its Inter-American Commission on Human Rights to seek the most effective way to end the violence in Venezuela in accordance with the Inter-American Democratic Charter.

Supports international efforts to urge the Venezuelan government to guarantee the rights to life, humane treatment, and security, and the political freedoms of assembly, association, and expression.

Introduced in HouseFeb 25, 2014

Supports the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of freedom of expression and assembly to promote democratic principles in Venezuela.

Deplores the violence and political intimidation perpetrated against opposition leaders and protesters in Venezuela.

Urges the international community to encourage dialogue between the government of Venezuela and the political opposition.

Urges the Department of State to: (1) work with other countries in the Americas to ensure that fundamental freedoms in Venezuela are in accordance with the Inter-American Democratic Charter and to strengthen the ability of the Organization of American States (OAS) to respond to the erosion of democratic norms and institutions in member states, and (2) insist that the Secretary General of the OAS convene the OAS's Permanent Council to seek the most effective way end the violence in Venezuela.

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