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A resolution affirming the support of the United States for the Republic of North Macedonia's accession to the European Union.

3/19/2024, 2:14 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 581

Bill 118 S.Res. 581, also known as a resolution affirming the support of the United States for the Republic of North Macedonia's accession to the European Union, was introduced in the United States Senate on September 22, 2021. The resolution aims to express the United States' strong support for North Macedonia's efforts to join the European Union, highlighting the country's progress in meeting the necessary criteria for membership.

The resolution emphasizes the strategic importance of North Macedonia's accession to the European Union, noting that it would contribute to stability and prosperity in the Western Balkans region. It also recognizes the significant reforms undertaken by North Macedonia to align with EU standards and values, including efforts to strengthen the rule of law, combat corruption, and promote economic development.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting North Macedonia's Euro-Atlantic integration and encourages the European Union to continue its engagement with the country to facilitate its accession process. It also calls on the European Union to uphold its commitment to enlargement in the Western Balkans and to provide the necessary support to help North Macedonia meet the remaining requirements for membership. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 581 underscores the United States' strong endorsement of North Macedonia's aspirations to join the European Union and urges continued cooperation between the United States and the European Union to support North Macedonia's accession process.

Congressional Summary of SRES 581

This resolution encourages North Macedonia to continue its work toward membership in the European Union (EU). The resolution also appreciates North Macedonia's active role in regional cooperation and long-standing commitment to the EU accession process and recognizes that there is strong support for EU membership across North Macedonia's multiethnic communities.

Current Status of Bill SRES 581

Bill SRES 581 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2024. Bill SRES 581 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 7, 2024.  Bill SRES 581's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2282) as of March 7, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 581

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 581

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 581

A resolution affirming the support of the United States for the Republic of North Macedonia's accession to the European Union.
A resolution affirming the support of the United States for the Republic of North Macedonia's accession to the European Union.

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