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H.Res. 548 (110th)

Expressing the ongoing concern of the House of Representatives for Lebanon's democratic institutions and unwavering support for the administration of justice upon those responsible for the assassination of Lebanese public figures opposing Syrian control of Lebanon.

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Introduced

16 July 2007

Last action

25 September 2007 · Vote

Status

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

Sponsors

Rep. Ackerman, Gary L. [D-NY-5], Rep. Pence, Mike [R-IN-6], Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-12], Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48], Rep. Boustany, Charles W., Jr. [R-LA-3], Rep. Wexler, Robert [D-FL-19], Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-14], Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-5], Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11], Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT], Rep. McNulty, Michael R. [D-NY-23], Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28], Rep. Mack, Connie [R-FL-14], Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3], Rep. Bishop, Timothy H. [D-NY-1], Rep. Higgins, Brian [D-NY-26], Rep. Rothman, Steven R. [D-NJ-9], Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7], Rep. Israel, Steve [D-NY-3], Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24], Rep. Kagen, Steve [D-WI-8], Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA], Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32], Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12], Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10], Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-13], Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43], Rep. Hall, John J. [D-NY-19], Rep. Berkley, Shelley [D-NV-1], Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18], Rep. Towns, Edolphus [D-NY-10], Rep. Klein, Ron [D-FL-22], Rep. Weiner, Anthony D. [D-NY-9], Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5], Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16], Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10], Rep. McCarthy, Carolyn [D-NY-4], Del. Bordallo, Madeleine Z. [D-GU-At Large], Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20], Rep. Dent, Charles W. [R-PA-15], Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9], Rep. Hensarling, Jeb [R-TX-5], Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4], Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12], Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38], Rep. Ferguson, Mike [R-NJ-7], David Scott, Rep. Gonzalez, Charles A. [D-TX-20]

Subjects

Defence

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7 April 2025

Defence

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Summary

Condemns: (1) the attempts by Hezbollah and other pro-Syrian groups to undermine the government of Lebanon; (2) the assassination campaign targeting members of parliament and public figures in favor of Lebanese independence; and (3) Syria and Iran for their ongoing roles in arming Lebanese militias. Confirms U.S. support for U.N. Security Council resolutions concerning Lebanon, and the clear and binding mandate of the international community for the arms embargo and disarmament of all armed groups in Lebanon. Expresses appreciation to the countries whose military personnel serve in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). Urges the government of Lebanon to request UNIFIL's assistance to secure the Lebanese-Syrian border. Affirms U.S. support for efforts to bring to justice those responsible for the terrorist bombing of February 14, 2005, and both prior and subsequent politically inspired assassinations. Pledges continued support for the government of Lebanon and the Lebanese people against the campaign of terror directed at the Lebanese people and at political and public figures opposing Syrian interference in Lebanon. Commends the many Lebanese who continue to adhere to the principles of the Cedar Revolution. Applauds the government of Lebanon's efforts to fully extend Lebanon's sovereignty over the entire country.

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Timeline

  1. 16 July 2007

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 16 July 2007

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 16 July 2007

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 31 July 2007

    Passed

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

    Source: Committee

  5. 31 July 2007

    Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Source: Committee

  6. 25 September 2007

    Passed

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

    Source: Floor

  7. 25 September 2007

    Vote

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 415 - 2 (Roll no. 899). (text: CR H10776-10777)

    Source: Floor

  8. 25 September 2007

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10776-10778)

    Source: Floor

  9. 25 September 2007

    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. 25 September 2007

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 548.

    Source: Floor

  11. 25 September 2007

    Floor

    Mr. Ackerman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

  12. 25 September 2007

    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): 415 - 2 (Roll no. 899).(text: CR H10776-10777)

    Source: Floor

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