H.R. 2330 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003
H.R. 2330 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jun 4, 2003, sponsored by Tom Lantos with 51 co-sponsors. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 4, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 51
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 108-61
What it does
Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003 - (Sec. 3) Prohibits the importation into the United States of any article that is produced, mined, manufactured, grown, or assembled in Burma (Myanmar) until the President determines and certifies to Congress that Burma has met certain conditions, including that: (1) the State Peace and Development Council (SPDC) has made substantial and measurable progress to end violations of intern…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tom Lantos (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 41 Democrats, 10 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 4, 2003
- Passed the HouseJul 15, 2003
- Passed the SenateJul 16, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentJul 22, 2003
- Became lawJul 28, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-61. (Jul 28, 2003)
How Congress voted
- On Passage of the Bill
Senate · Jul 16, 2003 · Bill Passed94–1 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Jul 15, 2003 · Passed418–2
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003House · Jul 15, 2003
- A bill to sanction the ruling Burmese military junta, to strengthen Burma's democratic forces and support…Senate · Jul 16, 2003
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Committees
- Financial Services Committee
- Ways and Means Committee
- Judiciary Committee
More
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