Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of the promulgation of the Monroe Doctrine. Specifically, it reasserts the rights and interests of the United States, in accordance with the Monroe Doctrine, to oppose foreign powers extending malign influence in the Western Hemisphere. The resolution also recognizes the principles of freedom and independence in the Western Hemisphere enshrined in the Monroe Doctrine.

 

Bill 118 HRES 905, also known as the Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to honor and recognize the significance of the Monroe Doctrine, which was first articulated by President James Monroe in 1823.

The Monroe Doctrine is a key principle in American foreign policy that aimed to prevent European powers from interfering in the affairs of the Western Hemisphere. It asserted that the United States would not tolerate any further colonization or intervention by European powers in the Americas.

The bill seeks to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine by recognizing its historical importance and reaffirming the United States' commitment to upholding the principles of the doctrine. It also highlights the impact that the Monroe Doctrine has had on shaping US foreign policy and promoting peace and stability in the Western Hemisphere. The legislation emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong diplomatic relationships with countries in the Americas and working together to address common challenges and threats. It also calls for continued support for democracy, human rights, and economic development in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 905 serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Monroe Doctrine and the United States' role in promoting freedom and democracy in the Western Hemisphere.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 905

Introduced on
2023-12-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of the promulgation of the Monroe Doctrine. Specifically, it reasserts the rights and interests of the United States, in accordance with the Monroe Doctrine, to oppose foreign powers extending malign influence in the Western Hemisphere. The resolution also recognizes the principles of freedom and independence in the Western Hemisphere enshrined in the Monroe Doctrine.

 

Bill 118 HRES 905, also known as the Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to honor and recognize the significance of the Monroe Doctrine, which was first articulated by President James Monroe in 1823.

The Monroe Doctrine is a key principle in American foreign policy that aimed to prevent European powers from interfering in the affairs of the Western Hemisphere. It asserted that the United States would not tolerate any further colonization or intervention by European powers in the Americas.

The bill seeks to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine by recognizing its historical importance and reaffirming the United States' commitment to upholding the principles of the doctrine. It also highlights the impact that the Monroe Doctrine has had on shaping US foreign policy and promoting peace and stability in the Western Hemisphere. The legislation emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong diplomatic relationships with countries in the Americas and working together to address common challenges and threats. It also calls for continued support for democracy, human rights, and economic development in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 905 serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Monroe Doctrine and the United States' role in promoting freedom and democracy in the Western Hemisphere.
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Official Title as IntroducedCommemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary12/12/2024

This resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of the promulgation of the Monroe Doctrine. Specifically, it reasserts the rights and interests of the United States, in accordance with the Monroe Doctrine, to oppose foreign powers extending mal...


Latest Action12/1/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.