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H.Res. 1230: Condemning postelection violence in Zimbabwe and calling for a peaceful resolution to the current political crisis.

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H.Res. 1230: Condemning postelection violence in Zimbabwe and calling for a peaceful resolution to the current political crisis.

110th Congress · introduced 2008-05-22 · International Affairs · Latest: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 1 (Roll no. 430). (text: CR 6/18/2008 H5517-5518)

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  1. Where it came from: introduced 2008-05-22 · official record
  2. Who proposed it: Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10] · what a sponsor is
  3. What happened next: 1 recorded vote in our records. Latest: House roll call 430 (2008): On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended, HRES1230 (2008-06-19), Passed. See all
  4. Where it stands now: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 1 (Roll no. 430). (text: CR 6/18/2008 H5517-5518) Not final yet: this can still change. We check for updates every day.
  5. If it becomes law and spends money: follow the money to money laws, then agencies and contracts and grants.

What does this mean?

Official title

Condemning postelection violence in Zimbabwe and calling for a peaceful resolution to the current political crisis.

Plain summary

Condemns the campaign of violence and harassment in Zimbabwe conducted by the ruling party and its supporters in the police and military against members of the opposition and other civilians. Calls on the government of Zimbabwe to create an environment conducive to a peaceful transition of power. Encourages the political parties to commit to forming a government that reflects the will of the Zimbabwean people and promotes national unity. Urges the international community, under the leadership of the United Nations, the African Union (AU), and the Southern African Development Community (SADC), to deploy monitors to ensure that the presidential runoff election reflects the will of the Zimbabwean people. Commends: (1) the people of Zimbabwe for their continued courage in the face of intimidation and commits to providing continued humanitarian assistance until the economic crisis is resolved; and (2) activists, civil society organizations, and churches for supporting the rule of law in Zimbabwe. Stands in solidarity with the people of Zimbabwe.

Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended), quoted unchanged (nonpartisan). Read the source.

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Official text

Condemning postelection violence in Zimbabwe and calling for a peaceful resolution to the current political crisis.

Source: Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended)

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Officials and money

Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10] · 61 cosponsors

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Cosponsors on this site

Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Maxine Waters (D-CA), James E. Clyburn (D-SC), Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA), Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY), Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. (D-GA), André Carson (D-IN), Al Green (D-TX), Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), Adam B. Schiff (D-CA), Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA), Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ), Adam Smith (D-WA) and 1 more.

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Resolution
A formal statement or decision by a legislative body. Simple resolutions often only express an opinion or set rules for one chamber; they do not become law.
Roll-call vote
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Rulemaking
The process agencies use to write regulations that carry out laws passed by Congress or a legislature. Usually an agency publishes a proposed rule, takes public comments, then publishes a final rule.

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Sources

Record fed-us-cong110-hres1230 · catalog fed-us-congress-bills-cong110 · updated 2026-11-15 by psicol fed-bills-cong110