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Marking the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement.

1/30/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 43

Bill 118 HRES 43, also known as the "Marking the 25th Anniversary of the Signing of the Good Friday Agreement," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to commemorate the historic peace agreement signed in Northern Ireland in 1998. The Good Friday Agreement, also known as the Belfast Agreement, was a landmark accord that helped bring an end to decades of conflict and violence in Northern Ireland.

The resolution recognizes the importance of the Good Friday Agreement in promoting peace, reconciliation, and stability in Northern Ireland. It acknowledges the efforts of all parties involved in negotiating and implementing the agreement, including the governments of the United Kingdom and Ireland, as well as the political parties in Northern Ireland.

The resolution also reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting the peace process in Northern Ireland and calls for continued cooperation between the US and the UK in promoting peace and reconciliation in the region. It highlights the progress that has been made in Northern Ireland since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, while also acknowledging the challenges that remain. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 43 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement and to reaffirm the United States' support for peace and stability in Northern Ireland.

Congressional Summary of HRES 43

This resolution urges all participants in the Good Friday agreement and subsequent agreements to honor their obligations. The resolution also supports efforts to (1) prevent a hard border within the island of Ireland and (2) promote peace and prosperity for all communities. (The island of Ireland is divided between Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland, a European Union member state.)

Current Status of Bill HRES 43

Bill HRES 43 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 17, 2023. Bill HRES 43 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 17, 2023.  Bill HRES 43's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 43

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
96
Democrat Cosponsors
80
Republican Cosponsors
16
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 43

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 43

Marking the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement.
Marking the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement.

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