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109th Congress > House > Vote 1199

Date: December 08, 2006

Result: 408-0 (Passed)

Clerk session vote number: 531

Vote Subject Matter: Foreign and Defense Policy / Foreign Policy Resolutions

Sponsor: DREIER, David Timothy (R-CA)

Bill number: HRES1088

Question: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree

Description: Expressing support for Lebanon’s democratic institutions and condemning the recent terrorist assassination of Lebanese parliamentarian and Industry Minister Pierre Amine Gemayel

Bill summary: (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses condolences to the people of Lebanon and to the members of Lebanon's Cabinet for the terrorist assassination of Industry Minister Pierre Amin Gemayel. Affirms support for the international tribunal to try suspects in the 2005 assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri. Urges that the perpetrators of Pierre Gemayel's assassination be brought to justice. Expresses concern regarding the increasing polarization of Lebanon's religious sects and calls on the government of Lebanon to pursue electoral reform as a first step in reducing confessional tensions. Recognizes that a regional peace in the Middle East will greatly contribute to Lebanon's long-term security and stability. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to promote the development of democratic institutions in Lebanon, including an independent Parliament and a strong central government that serve the interests of the Lebanese people.

Bill titles: Expressing support for Lebanon's democratic institutions and condemning the recent terrorist assassination of Lebanese parliamentarian and Industry Minister Pierre Amine Gemayel.; Expressing support for Lebanon's democratic institutions and condemning the recent terrorist assassination of Lebanese parliamentarian and Industry Minister Pierre Amin Gemayel.

Links for more info on the vote: congress.gov

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