H.J.Res. 56 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
Approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes.
H.J.Res. 56 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jun 4, 2009, sponsored by Joseph Crowley with 29 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 4, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 29
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 111-42
What it does
Title I: Approving the Renewal of Import Restrictions Contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 - (Sec. 101) Amends the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 to renew, for three years, the President's authority to ban the import of Burmese products. (Sec. 102) Approves the renewal of certain import restrictions contained in the Act. Deems this resolution a renewal resolution. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Joseph Crowley (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 18 Democrats, 11 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 4, 2009
- Passed the HouseJul 21, 2009
- Passed the SenateJul 23, 2009
- Sent to the PresidentJul 27, 2009
- Became lawJul 28, 2009
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-42. (Jul 28, 2009)
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