Commending the men and women of the United States military, our NATO Allies, and our African allies who successfully planned, coordinated, deployed, and trained as part of the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise.

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Summary of Bill HRES 478

Bill 117 HRES 478, also known as the Commending the men and women of the United States military, our NATO Allies, and our African allies who successfully planned, coordinated, deployed, and trained as part of the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to recognize and commend the efforts of the military personnel involved in the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise.

The DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise was a large-scale military training exercise that took place in Europe, involving the United States military, NATO Allies, and African allies. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability and readiness among the participating forces, as well as demonstrate the commitment of the United States and its allies to collective defense and security in the region.

The resolution acknowledges the dedication, professionalism, and hard work of the men and women who participated in the exercise, highlighting their role in planning, coordinating, deploying, and training for the successful execution of DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021. It also recognizes the importance of such exercises in strengthening alliances, deterring aggression, and promoting peace and stability in the region. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 478 serves as a bipartisan expression of gratitude and appreciation for the service and sacrifice of the military personnel who participated in the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise, as well as a reaffirmation of the United States' commitment to its allies and partners in Europe and Africa.

Congressional Summary of HRES 478

This resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the NATO alliance and states that the alliance allows the United States to better protect its shared economic and security interests throughout the world. The resolution also (1) commends the U.S. forces and allies that participated in the Defender-Europe 2021 exercise; and (2) urges allies in the strongest possible terms to recommit to NATO's founding principles by strengthening democratic institutions, respecting individual liberty, and reinforcing the rule of law.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 478

Bill HRES 478 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2021. Bill HRES 478 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2021. Bill HRES 478's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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. as of June 15, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 478

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Africa

- Alliances

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Collective security

- Congressional tributes

- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Europe

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

- Military operations and strategy

- Military personnel and dependents

- Military readiness

- Rule of law and government transparency

- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 478

Commending the men and women of the United States military, our NATO Allies, and our African allies who successfully planned, coordinated, deployed, and trained as part of the DEFENDER-EUROPE 2021 Exercise.