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Bill113th CongressFiled May 28, 2014International Affairs
H.Res. 600

Urging the Government of Afghanistan, following a successful first round of the presidential election on April 5, 2014, to pursue a transparent, credible, and inclusive run-off presidential election on June 14, 2014, while ensuring the safety of voters, candidates, poll workers, and election observers.

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What it doesSummary passed house amended (Jun 9, 2014)

Commends the government of Afghanistan for holding a successful first round of the presidential election and expresses support for a credible second round on June 14, 2014.

Supports the mandate of Afghan electoral bodies such as the Independent Election Commission (IEC) and the Electoral Complaints Commission (ECC) to administer polls to prevent fraud and misconduct.

Encourages the government of Afghanistan to implement measures that will increase voter participation, particularly among the Afghan female population.

Recognizes the determination of the Afghan people to exercise their right to vote and determine their country's destiny.

Urges the government of Afghanistan to assure that fraudulent electoral activities do not take place during the runoff.

Urges the IEC to better mitigate fraud, improve electoral transparency, and communicate these measures to the people of Afghanistan.

Urges: (1) communication between the IEC and the Afghanistan National Security Forces (ANSF) to provide security for vulnerable areas of the country during the election period; and (2) the ANSF to ensure the safety of voters, candidates, poll workers, and election observers.

Encourages all elements of Afghan society to refrain from fomenting disturbances in voting areas.

Supports the full participation of Afghan civil society in the election process.

Recognizes that a democratically-elected government that reflects the will of the Afghan people and is committed to combating terrorism would promote the long-term stability and security interests of Afghanistan, its neighbors, and its partners in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) International Security Assistance Force, including the United States.

Recognizes the sacrifices of U.S. and coalition armed forces to Afghanistan's security and stability.

What just happenedJun 9, 2014

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5106-5107)

Who’s behind it

Rep. Grayson, Alan [D-FL-9](D-FL)Sponsor
8 cosponsors2 D6 R
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  1. Jun 9, 2014FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5106-5107)

  2. Jun 9, 2014Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5106-5107)

  3. Jun 9, 2014FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 600.

  4. Jun 9, 2014FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5106-5108)

  5. Jun 9, 2014FloorH30300

    Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  6. May 29, 2014Committee

    Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  7. May 29, 2014Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  8. May 28, 2014IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Armed Services Committee
  9. May 28, 2014IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  10. May 28, 2014IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  11. May 28, 2014IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedJun 9, 201436

Commends the government of Afghanistan for holding a successful first round of the presidential election and expresses support for a credible second round on June 14, 2014.

Supports the mandate of Afghan electoral bodies such as the Independent Election Commission (IEC) and the Electoral Complaints Commission (ECC) to administer polls to prevent fraud and misconduct.

Encourages the government of Afghanistan to implement measures that will increase voter participation, particularly among the Afghan female population.

Recognizes the determination of the Afghan people to exercise their right to vote and determine their country's destiny.

Urges the government of Afghanistan to assure that fraudulent electoral activities do not take place during the runoff.

Urges the IEC to better mitigate fraud, improve electoral transparency, and communicate these measures to the people of Afghanistan.

Urges: (1) communication between the IEC and the Afghanistan National Security Forces (ANSF) to provide security for vulnerable areas of the country during the election period; and (2) the ANSF to ensure the safety of voters, candidates, poll workers, and election observers.

Encourages all elements of Afghan society to refrain from fomenting disturbances in voting areas.

Supports the full participation of Afghan civil society in the election process.

Recognizes that a democratically-elected government that reflects the will of the Afghan people and is committed to combating terrorism would promote the long-term stability and security interests of Afghanistan, its neighbors, and its partners in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) International Security Assistance Force, including the United States.

Recognizes the sacrifices of U.S. and coalition armed forces to Afghanistan's security and stability.

Introduced in HouseMay 28, 2014

Commends the government of Afghanistan for holding a successful first round of the presidential election and expresses support for a credible second round on June 14, 2014.

Supports the mandate of Afghan electoral bodies such as the Independent Election Commission (IEC) and the Electoral Complaints Commission (ECC) to administer polls to prevent fraud and misconduct.

Encourages the government of Afghanistan to implement measures that will increase voter participation, particularly among the Afghan female population.

Recognizes the determination of the Afghan people to exercise their right to vote and determine their country's destiny.

Urges the government of Afghanistan to assure that fraudulent electoral activities do not take place during the runoff.

Urges: (1) communication between the IEC and the Afghanistan National Security Forces (ANSF) to provide security for vulnerable areas of the country during the election period; and (2) the ANSF to ensure the safety of voters, candidates, poll workers, and election observers.

Encourages all elements of Afghan society to refrain from fomenting disturbances in voting areas.

Recognizes the sacrifices of U.S. and coalition armed forces to Afghanistan's security and stability.

Urging the Government of Afghanistan, following a successful first round of the presidenti… — Informed