Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003
Official title: “To sanction the ruling Burmese military junta, to strengthen Burma's democratic forces and support and recognize the National League of Democracy as the legitimate representative of the Burmese people, and for other purposes.”
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How it passed
The House passed it 418 to 2 on July 15, 2003, with 1 member voting Present and 13 who did not vote.
The Senate passed it 94 to 1 on July 16, 2003, with 5 senators who did not vote.
It became law on July 28, 2003.
The question on the official record: House, “On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended”. Senate, “On Passage of the Bill H.R. 2330”.
| Chamber and party | Yes | No | Present | Did not vote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House Republicans | 220 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| House Democrats | 197 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| House independents | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Senate Republicans | 49 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Senate Democrats | 44 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Senate independents | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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