A resolution supporting the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and recognizing its 75 years of accomplishments.

4/16/2024, 4:13 AM

This resolution lauds NATO for its 75-year maintenance of the alliance and recognizes its foundational contributions to maintaining the safety, security, and democratic systems of its members.

The resolution also (1) recognizes the key role NATO has played in enabling the most peaceful and prosperous period in history for the North Atlantic area, (2) calls on NATO member states to immediately meet their pledges and raise their defense spending levels above the target of two percent of their gross domestic product, and (3) welcomes the recent additions of Finland and Sweden to the alliance.

Bill 118 S.Res. 630 is a resolution that expresses support for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and recognizes its 75 years of accomplishments. The resolution highlights the importance of NATO in promoting peace, security, and stability in the North Atlantic region and beyond.

The resolution acknowledges the role of NATO in deterring aggression, promoting democratic values, and fostering cooperation among member countries. It also recognizes the contributions of NATO member countries in addressing global security challenges, such as terrorism, cyber threats, and hybrid warfare.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to NATO and calls on member countries to fulfill their obligations under the NATO treaty, including meeting defense spending targets. It also emphasizes the need for NATO to adapt to evolving security threats and challenges in the 21st century. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 630 is a bipartisan effort to show support for NATO and recognize its significant achievements over the past 75 years. It underscores the importance of NATO in promoting international peace and security and calls for continued cooperation among member countries to address shared security concerns.
Congress
118
Number
SRES - 630
Introduced on
2024-04-09
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/9/2024
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Purpose and Summary

This resolution lauds NATO for its 75-year maintenance of the alliance and recognizes its foundational contributions to maintaining the safety, security, and democratic systems of its members.

The resolution also (1) recognizes the key role NATO has played in enabling the most peaceful and prosperous period in history for the North Atlantic area, (2) calls on NATO member states to immediately meet their pledges and raise their defense spending levels above the target of two percent of their gross domestic product, and (3) welcomes the recent additions of Finland and Sweden to the alliance.

Bill 118 S.Res. 630 is a resolution that expresses support for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and recognizes its 75 years of accomplishments. The resolution highlights the importance of NATO in promoting peace, security, and stability in the North Atlantic region and beyond.

The resolution acknowledges the role of NATO in deterring aggression, promoting democratic values, and fostering cooperation among member countries. It also recognizes the contributions of NATO member countries in addressing global security challenges, such as terrorism, cyber threats, and hybrid warfare.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to NATO and calls on member countries to fulfill their obligations under the NATO treaty, including meeting defense spending targets. It also emphasizes the need for NATO to adapt to evolving security threats and challenges in the 21st century. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 630 is a bipartisan effort to show support for NATO and recognize its significant achievements over the past 75 years. It underscores the importance of NATO in promoting international peace and security and calls for continued cooperation among member countries to address shared security concerns.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution supporting the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and recognizing its 75 years of accomplishments.
Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary1/3/2025

This resolution lauds NATO for its 75-year maintenance of the alliance and recognizes its foundational contributions to maintaining the safety, security, and democratic systems of its members.

The resolution also (1) recognizes the key role ...

Latest Action4/9/2024
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2672)