HR 5682109th CongressSigned into LawHouse

Henry J. Hyde United States and India Nuclear Cooperation Promotion Act of 2006

Policy Area: International Affairs

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Apr 7, 2025

Latest Action Date

Dec 18, 2006

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Rep. Hyde, Henry J. [R-IL-6]

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Signed into Law

2006-06-26Referred to Committee

Referred to the Committee on International Relations, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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.

2006-06-26Introduced

Introduced in House

2006-06-27Reported

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 5.

2006-06-27Committee

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

2006-07-20Committee

Mr. Boozman asked unanimous consent that the Committee on International Relations have until midnight on July 21 to file a report on H.R. 5682. Agreed to without objection.

2006-07-21Calendars

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 341.

2006-07-21Discharge

Committee on Rules discharged.

2006-07-21Reported

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on International Relations. H. Rept. 109-590, Part I. Filed late, pursuant to previous special order.

2006-07-25Reported

Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 947 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5682 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on International Relations now printed in the bill, modified by the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted in the House and in the Committee of the Whole. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as the original bill for the purpose of further amendment under the five-minute rule.

2006-07-26Floor

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

2006-07-26Floor

On passage Passed by recorded vote: 359 - 68 (Roll no. 411).

2006-07-26Passed House

Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 359 - 68 (Roll no. 411).

2006-07-26Floor

On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 192 - 235 (Roll no. 410).

2006-07-26Floor

The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H5928-5929)

2006-07-26Reported

DEBATE - The House proceeded with ten minutes of debate on the Markey motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment adding a new paragraph which states that the President must certify that India is fully and actively participating in U.S. efforts to dissuade, isolate, and, if necessary, sanction and contain Iran for its efforts to acquire weapons of mass destruction, including a nuclear weapons capability (including the capability to enrich or process nuclear materials), and the means to deliver weapons of mass destruction.

2006-07-26Floor

Mr. Markey moved to recommit with instructions to International Relations. (consideration: CR H5928-5930; text: CR H5928)

2006-07-26Floor

The House adopted the amendments en gross as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.

2006-07-26Floor

The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. (consideration: CR H5928)

2006-07-26Floor

The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 5682.

2006-07-26Floor

UNFINISHED BUSINESS - The Chair announced that the unfinished business was the question of adoption of specified amendments which were debated earlier and on which further proceedings had been postponed.

2006-07-26Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 947, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fortenberry amendment.

2006-07-26Floor

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Berman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Berman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

2006-07-26Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 947, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Berman amendment.

2006-07-26Floor

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Sherman amendment, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Sherman demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

2006-07-26Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 947, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Sherman amendment.

2006-07-26Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 947, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Jackson-Lee amendment.

2006-07-26Floor

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Stearns amendment the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Stearns demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption of the amendment until later in the legislative day.

2006-07-26Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 947, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Stearns amendment.

2006-07-26Floor

DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 947, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Royce amendment.

2006-07-26Floor

On motion to strike the enacting clause Failed by voice vote.

2006-07-26Floor

Floor summary: DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with the Obey motion to strike the enacting clause of the bill.

2006-07-26Floor

Mr. Obey moved to strike the enacting clause.

2006-07-26Floor

GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 5682.

2006-07-26Floor

House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 947 and Rule XVIII.

2006-07-26Floor

The Speaker designated the Honorable John J. Duncan Jr. to act as Chairman of the Committee.

2006-07-26Floor

Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5682 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order. The amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on International Relations now printed in the bill, modified by the amendment printed in part A of the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution, shall be considered as adopted in the House and in the Committee of the Whole. The bill, as amended, shall be considered as the original bill for the purpose of further amendment under the five-minute rule.

2006-07-26Reported

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 947. (consideration: CR H5902-5930; text of measure as reported: CR H5915-5917)

2006-07-26Passed House

Rule H. Res. 947 passed House.

2006-07-27Calendars

Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 537.

2006-11-16Conference

Senate insisted on its amendment, requested a conference.

2006-11-16Passed Senate

Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 85 - 12. Record Vote Number: 270. (text: CR S11028-11034)

2006-11-16Passed Senate

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 85 - 12. Record Vote Number: 270.(text: CR S11028-11034)

2006-11-16Floor

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Latest Action

Became Public Law No: 109-401.

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Executive Summary

The Henry J. Hyde United States and India Nuclear Cooperation Promotion Act of 2006 is a law enacted by the 109th Congress to promote nuclear cooperation between the United States and India. The bill, originating in the House of Representatives, was signed into law on December 18, 2006, becoming Public Law No: 109-401. Although the official summary and full text are not provided, the title and policy area indicate the legislation focuses on facilitating and promoting nuclear cooperation in the context of international affairs between the two countries.

Bottom Line

This law establishes a framework for nuclear cooperation between the United States and India, reflecting a formal policy decision to enhance bilateral relations in the nuclear energy sector.

Policy Risk Level

🟡 Medium

Neutral Risk Assessment

Key Points

The bill was passed by the 109th Congress and signed into law on December 18, 2006.
It is focused on promoting nuclear cooperation between the United States and India.
The legislation falls under the policy area of International Affairs.

Who Benefits?

['United States government agencies involved in nuclear regulation and foreign policy', 'Indian government agencies responsible for nuclear energy and international cooperation', 'Nuclear energy sectors in both the United States and India', 'Entities involved in bilateral trade and diplomatic relations between the two countries']

Potential Concerns

['The absence of the full bill text and official summary limits detailed understanding of implementation mechanisms and oversight provisions.', 'Potential challenges in ensuring compliance with international nuclear nonproliferation agreements may arise.', 'Costs related to establishing and maintaining nuclear cooperation frameworks are not detailed.', 'Authority delegation and enforcement mechanisms are unspecified due to missing text.']

Political Context

The bill was enacted during the 109th Congress and reflects a period of evolving U.S.-India relations, particularly in the area of nuclear cooperation. The legislation was signed into law, indicating bipartisan agreement or sufficient support at the time. The policy area classification as International Affairs situates the bill within broader U.S. foreign policy and diplomatic efforts.

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Hidden impact flags detected: 2

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Indirect Effects

['Enhanced diplomatic relations between the United States and India through nuclear cooperation.', 'Potential increase in bilateral trade and technology exchange related to nuclear energy.', 'Influence on regional geopolitical dynamics in South Asia due to strengthened U.S.-India ties.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

Transparency is limited by the absence of the full bill text and official summary, which restricts detailed analysis of the bill's provisions, implementation strategies, and oversight mechanisms. Monitoring the compliance with international nuclear nonproliferation standards remains a critical area for ongoing oversight.

Passage Likelihood: HighConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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