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H.Con.Res. 408 (109th)

Commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to the Global War on Terror in Afghanistan.

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Introduced

19 May 2006

Last action

29 June 2006 · Calendars

Status

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 508.

Sponsors

Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-6], Rep. Brown, Henry E., Jr. [R-SC-1], Rescom. Fortuno, Luis G. [R-PR-At Large], Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2], Rep. Bass, Charles F. [R-NH-2], Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16], ELIOT ENGEL, Rep. Tiahrt, Todd [R-KS-4], Rep. Miller, Candice S. [R-MI-10], Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11], Rep. Kuhl, John R. "Randy", Jr. [R-NY-29], Rep. Drake, Thelma D. [R-VA-2], ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN, Rep. McNulty, Michael R. [D-NY-23], Rep. Harris, Katherine [R-FL-13], Rep. Mack, Connie [R-FL-14], Christopher Smith, Rep. Weller, Jerry [R-IL-11], Rep. Pitts, Joseph R. [R-PA-16], PETER KING, Rep. Bradley, Jeb [R-NH-1], Rep. Souder, Mark E. [R-IN-3], Trent Franks, Rep. Weldon, Curt [R-PA-7], Rep. Stearns, Cliff [R-FL-6], Rep. McIntyre, Mike [D-NC-7], STEVE CHABOT, Brian Higgins, Rep. Davis, Jo Ann [R-VA-1], Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-11], Rep. Buyer, Steve [R-IN-4]

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5 December 2025

Summary

Commends the government of Canada for: (1) its renewed and long-term commitment to the Global War on Terror; and (2) working to secure a democratic and peaceful Afghanistan. Commends the leadership of Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper for his commitment to democracy, human rights, and freedom. Expresses U.S. gratitude and appreciation for Canada's enduring friendship and leadership in the Global War on Terror.

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Timeline

  1. 19 May 2006

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 19 May 2006

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 19 May 2006

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 25 May 2006

    Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Source: Committee

  5. 25 May 2006

    Passed

    Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

    Source: Committee

  6. 12 June 2006

    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

  7. 12 June 2006

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 408.

    Source: Floor

  8. 12 June 2006

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3738-3740)

    Source: Floor

  9. 12 June 2006

    Floor

    Mr. Smith (NJ) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

  10. 13 June 2006

    Vote

    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): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 256).(text: CR 6/12/2006 H3738-3739)

    Source: Floor

  11. 13 June 2006

    Floor

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3798)

    Source: Floor

  12. 13 June 2006

    Passed

    The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  13. 13 June 2006

    Vote

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 0 (Roll no. 256). (text: CR 6/12/2006 H3738-3739)

    Source: Floor

  14. 14 June 2006

    Introduced

    Received in the Senate.

    Source: IntroReferral

  15. 29 June 2006

    Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 508.

    Source: Calendars

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