On the recordDecember 3, 2019
For the purpose of closing. Mr. Speaker, this is a good, bipartisan measure. I thank my colleague, Mr. Shimkus, for supporting it and my good friend from New Jersey, Congressman Smith. Time and time again, Russia ignores the standards and norms of democratic societies and actively operates counter to American interests. If we do not stand firm against Russian aggression and allow them to participate in future G-7 summits, we will be rewarding Putin for his attacks on our country and our allies and that will damage our partnerships and alliances around the world. With this measure, Congress makes it clear that we do not support Russia's inclusion in the G-7 as he continues to attack us, our partners, and democratic institutions around the world. Mr. Speaker, I hope all Members would join me in supporting its passage, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Sires) that the House suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, H. Res. 546. The question was taken. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being in the affirmative, the ayes have it.
