Expressing sympathy for the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Algeria on May 21, 2003.

Bill: 108-hres-264
Sponsor: Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-12]
Introduced: 2003-06-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Algeria
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Disaster relief
Earthquakes
Emergency Management
International agencies
International relief
Middle East and North Africa
Victims

Summary:
action_date: 2003-06-10
text: Expresses: (1) condolences to the people of Algeria and particularly to the families of the victims and the survivors for the tragic losses suffered as a result of the earthquake of May 21, 2003; (2) support for the people and to the Government of Algeria as they continue their efforts to rebuild their cities and their lives; and (3) support for humanitarian assistance provided by the United States Agency for International Development and other American and international relief organizations.
Recognizes the important role that is being played by the United States and the international community in providing assistance to alleviate the suffering of the people of Algeria.
Encourages a continued commitment by the United States and other countries and international organizations to the rebuilding of the earthquake-affected areas in Algeria.
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Expresses: (1) condolences to the people of Algeria and particularly to the families of the victims and the survivors for the tragic losses suffered as a result of the earthquake of May 21, 2003; (2) support for the people and to the Government of Algeria as they continue their efforts to rebuild their cities and their lives; and (3) support for humanitarian assistance provided by the United States Agency for International Development and other American and international relief organizations.
Recognizes the important role that is being played by the United States and the international community in providing assistance to alleviate the suffering of the people of Algeria.
Encourages a continued commitment by the United States and other countries and international organizations to the rebuilding of the earthquake-affected areas in Algeria.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 382 - 1 (Roll no. 297). (text: CR H5668)
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: 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): 382 - 1 (Roll no. 297).(text: CR H5668)
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5679-5680)
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: 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.
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 264.
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5668-5669)
action_date: 2003-06-23
text: Mr. Green (WI) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2003-06-12
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2003-06-12
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2003-06-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2003-06-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-06-10
text: Introduced in House