US HR374 | 2015-2016 | 114th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 21-9)
Status: Introduced on July 23 2015 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-07-12 - The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Engrossed) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on July 23 2015 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-07-12 - The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Engrossed) [PDF]
Summary
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Singaporean independence and reaffirming Singapore's close partnership with the United States. Affirms the importance of the U.S.-Singapore strategic partnership in securing regional peace and stability. Applauds Singapore's leadership in counterterrorism, including the deployment of military assets as part of the anti-ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) coalition and innovative counterterrorism efforts within the Asia-Pacific region. Anticipates the deepening of the security relationship following the signing of an enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement on December 7, 2015, and welcomes further cooperation in areas such as cybersecurity, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and defense technology. Recognizes the vitality of the U.S.-Singapore bilateral trade and investment relationship. Expresses support for continued close cooperation between the United States and Singapore to build capacity for commercial engagement, energy development, innovation, trade facilitation, and to achieve development goals in the Asia-Pacific region. Urges the Administration to continue its support of multilateral institutions and fora, working in close cooperation with partners, such as Singapore, who share a commitment to an inclusive, rules-based regional architecture.
Title
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Singaporean independence and reaffirming Singapore's close partnership with the United States.
Sponsors
Rep. Denny Heck [D-WA] | Rep. Bradley Byrne [R-AL] | Rep. Matt Salmon [R-AZ] | Rep. Filemon Vela [D-TX] |
Rep. Madeleine Bordallo [D-GU] | Rep. Steve Russell [R-OK] | Rep. William Keating [D-MA] | Rep. Mike Quigley [D-IL] |
Rep. Rick Larsen [D-WA] | Rep. Dan Newhouse [R-WA] | Rep. Scott DesJarlais [R-TN] | Rep. Joaquin Castro [D-TX] |
Rep. Adam Smith [D-WA] | Rep. Alcee Hastings [D-FL] | Rep. Gerald Connolly [D-VA] | Rep. Robert Brady [D-PA] |
Rep. Alan Lowenthal [D-CA] | Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee [D-TX] | Rep. Gregory Meeks [D-NY] | Rep. Tulsi Gabbard [D-HI] |
Rep. Ami Bera [D-CA] | Rep. David Reichert [R-WA] | Rep. Joe Wilson [R-SC] | Rep. Robin Kelly [D-IL] |
Rep. Karen Bass [D-CA] | Rep. Ted Poe [R-TX] | Rep. Steve Chabot [R-OH] | Rep. Grace Meng [D-NY] |
Rep. Brad Sherman [D-CA] | Rep. Derek Kilmer [D-WA] |
History
Date | Chamber | Action |
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2016-07-12 | House | The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. |
2016-07-12 | House | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
2016-07-12 | House | On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4696) |
2016-07-12 | House | H.Amdt.1279 On agreeing to the Royce amendment (A002) Agreed to without objection. |
2016-07-12 | House | H.Amdt.1279 Amendment (A002) offered by Mr. Royce. (consideration: CR H4696; text: CR H4696-4697) |
2016-07-12 | House | H.Amdt.1277 On agreeing to the Royce amendment (A001) Agreed to without objection. |
2016-07-12 | House | H.Amdt.1277 Amendment (A001) offered by Mr. Royce. (consideration: CR H4696; text: CR H4696) |
2016-07-12 | House | Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H4696-4697) |
2016-07-12 | House | Mr. Royce asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider. |
2016-07-12 | House | Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged. |
2016-05-18 | House | Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent. |
2016-05-18 | House | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. |
2016-01-12 | House | Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote . |
2016-01-12 | House | Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held. |
2015-08-20 | House | Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific. |
2015-07-23 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. |
2015-07-23 | House | Introduced in House |
Subjects
Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International affairs
Singapore
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International affairs
Singapore
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status