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A resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, and for other purposes.
12/20/2023, 9:00 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 157
Bill 118 S.Res. 157 is a resolution that aims to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, which was a pivotal moment in the peace process in Northern Ireland. The resolution also seeks to recognize the importance of the agreement in promoting peace, stability, and reconciliation in the region.
The Good Friday Agreement, also known as the Belfast Agreement, was signed on April 10, 1998, and marked the end of decades of conflict known as "The Troubles" in Northern Ireland. The agreement established a power-sharing government between unionist and nationalist parties, as well as provisions for human rights, justice, and policing reforms.
The resolution acknowledges the progress made in Northern Ireland since the signing of the agreement, including the reduction in violence and the improvement in community relations. It also highlights the ongoing challenges facing the region, such as the need for continued reconciliation efforts and the impact of Brexit on the peace process. In addition to commemorating the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, the resolution also calls for continued support for peace and reconciliation efforts in Northern Ireland. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the principles of the agreement and working towards a peaceful and prosperous future for all communities in the region. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 157 is a non-partisan resolution that recognizes the significance of the Good Friday Agreement in promoting peace and stability in Northern Ireland and calls for continued support for peacebuilding efforts in the region.
The Good Friday Agreement, also known as the Belfast Agreement, was signed on April 10, 1998, and marked the end of decades of conflict known as "The Troubles" in Northern Ireland. The agreement established a power-sharing government between unionist and nationalist parties, as well as provisions for human rights, justice, and policing reforms.
The resolution acknowledges the progress made in Northern Ireland since the signing of the agreement, including the reduction in violence and the improvement in community relations. It also highlights the ongoing challenges facing the region, such as the need for continued reconciliation efforts and the impact of Brexit on the peace process. In addition to commemorating the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, the resolution also calls for continued support for peace and reconciliation efforts in Northern Ireland. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the principles of the agreement and working towards a peaceful and prosperous future for all communities in the region. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 157 is a non-partisan resolution that recognizes the significance of the Good Friday Agreement in promoting peace and stability in Northern Ireland and calls for continued support for peacebuilding efforts in the region.
Congressional Summary of SRES 157
This resolution commemorates the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement and celebrates the historic compromise as the beginning of a new era of peaceful political engagement in Northern Ireland. The resolution also supports full implementation of the agreement and subsequent agreements, including the Windsor Framework, and calls for action to resolve the injustices of past violence.
(Since the Good Friday Agreement, there has been an open border between the Republic of Ireland, an EU member state, and Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. The Windsor Framework seeks to resolve challenges related to this border that arose after the United Kingdom left the European Union.)
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Current Status of Bill SRES 157
Bill SRES 157 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since May 9, 2023. Bill SRES 157 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023. Bill SRES 157's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1572; text: 03/30/2023 CR S1107-1108) as of May 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 157
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
28Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 157
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional tributes
- Cultural exchanges and relations
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- European Union
- International law and treaties
- Ireland
- Northern Ireland
- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
- Trade agreements and negotiations
- United Kingdom
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 157
A resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, and for other purposes.
A resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 157
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