Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and recognizing the humanitarian safeguards these treaties provide in times of armed conflict.

Summary

Recognizes the significance of the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and celebrates the 50th anniversary of the signing of these treaties. Exhorts combatants everywhere to respect the red cross emblem by protecting innocent and vulnerable populations on every side of conflicts. Commends the International Committee of the Red Cross and the more than 175 national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies, including the American Red Cross: (1) on their continuing work in providing relief and assistance to the victims of war; and (2) for their work in educating the world's citizens about the humanitarian principles of international humanitarian law. Applauds the Promise of Humanity gathering organized by the American Red Cross in 1999 in Washington, D.C., as an important reminder of our responsibilities to educate future generations about the principles of international humanitarian law. Invites the American Red Cross during this anniversary year to assist Congress in educating its members and staff about these Conventions. Supports the anniversary theme of the International Committee that "Even War Has Limits." Calls upon the President to issue a proclamation recognizing such anniversary of these Conventions.

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Timeline

1. 6 May 1999

   Introduced

   Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 6 May 1999

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 6 May 1999

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

4. 19 October 1999

   Reported

   Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

   Source: Committee

5. 19 October 1999

   Committee

   Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

   Source: Committee

6. 26 October 1999

   Floor

   Mr. Gilman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

   Source: Floor

7. 26 October 1999

   Passed

   Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

   Source: Floor

8. 26 October 1999

   Vote

   On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 539).

   Source: Floor

9. 26 October 1999

   Vote

   Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 539).

   Source: Floor

10. 26 October 1999

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10800-10804, H10833)

    Source: Floor

11. 26 October 1999

    Vote

    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.

    Source: Floor

12. 26 October 1999

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 102.

    Source: Floor

13. 27 October 1999

    Introduced

    Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

    Source: IntroReferral

14. 3 November 1999

    Passed

    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

    Source: Floor

15. 3 November 1999

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

    Source: Floor

16. 3 November 1999

    Discharge

    Senate Committee on Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S13861)

    Source: Discharge

17. 3 November 1999

    Committee

    Senate Committee on Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S13861)

    Source: Committee

18. 4 November 1999

    Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

    Source: Floor

Votes

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