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H.Res. 414 (108th)

To encourage the People's Republic of China to fulfill its commitments under international trade agreements, support the United States manufacturing sector, and establish monetary and financial market reforms.

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Introduced

28 October 2003

Last action

3 November 2003 · Referred

Status

Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

Sponsors

Rep. English, Phil [R-PA-3], Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22], Rep. Ballenger, Cass [R-NC-10], Rep. Green, Mark [R-WI-8], Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16], Rep. Rogers, Mike J. [R-MI-8], Rep. Stenholm, Charles W. [D-TX-17], Rep. Pryce, Deborah [R-OH-15], Rep. Collins, Mac [R-GA-3], Rep. Baker, Richard H. [R-LA-6], Rep. Gillmor, Paul E. [R-OH-5], Rep. Biggert, Judy [R-IL-13], Rep. Hart, Melissa A. [R-PA-4], Rep. King, Steve [R-IA-4], Rep. McIntyre, Mike [D-NC-7], Rep. Souder, Mark E. [R-IN-3], Rep. Hill, Baron P. [D-IN-9], Sen. DeMint, Jim [R-SC], Rep. Hayworth, J. D. [R-AZ-5], Rep. Coble, Howard [R-NC-6], Rep. Everett, Terry [R-AL-2], Rep. Platts, Todd Russell [R-PA-19], Rep. Ehlers, Vernon J. [R-MI-3], Rep. Hayes, Robin [R-NC-8], Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC], Rep. Norwood, Charles W. [R-GA-9], Rep. Boswell, Leonard L. [D-IA-3], Rep. Lipinski, William O. [D-IL-3], Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9], Rep. Johnson, Timothy V. [R-IL-15], Rep. Otter, C. L. (Butch) [R-ID-1], Rep. Upton, Fred [R-MI-6], Rep. Ford, Harold E., Jr. [D-TN-9], Rep. Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr. [R-WI-5], Rep. Oxley, Michael G. [R-OH-4], Rep. Ryan, Paul [R-WI-1], Rep. Shuster, Bill [R-PA-9], Rep. Brown, Henry E., Jr. [R-SC-1], Rep. Cramer, Robert E. (Bud), Jr. [D-AL-5], Rep. McInnis, Scott [R-CO-3], Rep. Goodlatte, Bob [R-VA-6], Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS], Rep. Chocola, Chris [R-IN-2], Rep. Terry, Lee [R-NE-2], Rep. Johnson, Nancy L. [R-CT-5], Rep. Gingrey, Phil [R-GA-11], Rep. Hoekstra, Peter [R-MI-2], Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11]

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Summary

Commends the President for continued efforts to engage the Government of the People's Republic of China. Joins the President in encouraging the People's Republic of China to meet its commitments as a member of the World Trade Organization and the international community. States that the Chinese economy would benefit from a market-determined exchange rate to avoid market and trade distortions. Joins the President in continuing to encourage China's efforts to modernize its financial system which includes the establishment of a more flexible exchange rate and compliance with its trade agreement obligations. Urges the Administration to continue its efforts to facilitate moves towards a market-based valuation of the renminbi, relaxation of capital controls, and reform of its banking sector. Encourages U.S. government efforts to promote innovation, reduce costs, and level the international playing field in the manufacturing sector.

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Timeline

  1. 28 October 2003

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 28 October 2003

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 28 October 2003

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 29 October 2003

    Floor

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

    Source: Floor

  5. 29 October 2003

    Passed

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

    Source: Floor

  6. 29 October 2003

    Vote

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 1 (Roll no. 579). (text: CR H10062-10063)

    Source: Floor

  7. 29 October 2003

    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): 411 - 1 (Roll no. 579).(text: CR H10062-10063)

    Source: Floor

  8. 29 October 2003

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10062-10071)

    Source: Floor

  9. 29 October 2003

    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

  10. 29 October 2003

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 414.

    Source: Floor

  11. 3 November 2003

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

    Source: Committee

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