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Calling for the restoration of power-sharing in Northern Ireland.
12/20/2023, 8:30 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 596
Bill 118 HRES 596, also known as the "Calling for the restoration of power-sharing in Northern Ireland" resolution, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of urging the UK and Irish governments to work towards restoring the power-sharing government in Northern Ireland. The resolution highlights the importance of the Good Friday Agreement, which established the power-sharing system in Northern Ireland, and calls for all parties involved to uphold their commitments to this agreement.
The resolution emphasizes the need for a functioning power-sharing government in Northern Ireland to address the political and social issues facing the region, including issues related to Brexit and the Irish border. It also stresses the importance of maintaining peace and stability in Northern Ireland, and calls on all parties to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve any outstanding issues.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 596 seeks to encourage the UK and Irish governments, as well as the political parties in Northern Ireland, to work together towards restoring the power-sharing government and upholding the principles of the Good Friday Agreement. The resolution aims to promote peace, stability, and cooperation in Northern Ireland, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a peaceful and prosperous future for the region.
The resolution emphasizes the need for a functioning power-sharing government in Northern Ireland to address the political and social issues facing the region, including issues related to Brexit and the Irish border. It also stresses the importance of maintaining peace and stability in Northern Ireland, and calls on all parties to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve any outstanding issues.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 596 seeks to encourage the UK and Irish governments, as well as the political parties in Northern Ireland, to work together towards restoring the power-sharing government and upholding the principles of the Good Friday Agreement. The resolution aims to promote peace, stability, and cooperation in Northern Ireland, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a peaceful and prosperous future for the region.
Congressional Summary of HRES 596
This resolution expresses support for the government of the United Kingdom's continued determination to bring about the restoration of the devolved institutions in Northern Ireland as set out in the Good Friday Agreement. The resolution also calls on all participants to honor their obligations under the agreement.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 596
Bill HRES 596 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 17, 2023. Bill HRES 596 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 17, 2023. Bill HRES 596's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of July 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 596
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 596
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 596
Calling for the restoration of power-sharing in Northern Ireland.
Calling for the restoration of power-sharing in Northern Ireland.
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