HRES-134 : Still Just a Bill


This resolution condemns the military coup that took place in Burma (Myanmar) on February 1, 2021. It also calls on the Burmese military to (1) release all those detained arbitrarily in the coup, (2) restore all forms of communications, and (3) return to power all members of the civilian government.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-03-19FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
2021-03-19VoteOn motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 14, 1 Present (Roll no. 97). (text: CR 03/18/2021 H1563-1564)House floor actions
2021-03-19FloorConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1601-1602)House floor actions
2021-03-18FloorAt 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.House floor actions
2021-03-18FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 134.House floor actions
2021-03-18FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1563-1566)House floor actions
2021-03-18FloorMr. Meeks moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.House floor actions
2021-02-25CommitteeOrdered to be Reported by Voice Vote.House committee actions
2021-02-25CommitteeCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.House committee actions
2021-02-18IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.House floor actions
2021-02-18IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Andy Levin [D] (MI-9)
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Policy Area :

International Affairs
Related Subjects
  • Detention of persons
  • Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
  • Human rights
  • International organizations and cooperation
  • Internet, web applications, social media
  • Military assistance, sales, and agreements
  • Multilateral development programs
  • News media and reporting
  • Protest and dissent
  • Racial and ethnic relations
  • Sanctions
  • Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
  • Trade restrictions
  • Travel and tourism
  • U.S. and foreign investments
Related Geographic Entities
  • Asia
  • Burma
Related Organizations
  • United Nations

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