H.R. 5948 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Belarus Democracy Reauthorization Act of 2006
H.R. 5948 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jul 27, 2006, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith with 13 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 27, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 13
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 109-480
What it does
Belarus Democracy Reauthorization Act of 2006 - (Sec. 3) Amends the Belarus Democracy Act of 2004 to state that it is U.S. policy to: (1) call for the immediate release of all political prisoners in Belarus; (2) support the aspirations of the people of the Republic of Belarus for democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and to preserve their country's independence; (3) support the growth of democratic movements and institutio…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 27, 2006
- Passed the HouseDec 8, 2006
- Passed the SenateDec 9, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJan 3, 2007
- Became lawJan 12, 2007
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-480. (Jan 12, 2007)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Dec 8, 2006 · Passed397–2
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Belarus Democracy ActHouse · Dec 8, 2006
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Committees
- Financial Services Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
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