S.Res. 334 — A resolution expressing appreciation to the people of Okinawa for hosting United States defense facilities, commending the Government of Japan for choosing Okinawa as the site for hosting the summit meeting of the G-8 countries, and for other purposes.

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Commends the Government of Japan for its choice of Okinawa as the site for hosting the leaders of the G-8 countries. Thanks the people of Okinawa for their role in ensuring the summit's success.

Expresses the Senate's deep appreciation to the people of Okinawa for hosting the U.S. military facilities in Okinawa.

Urges the President to work with Japanese leaders to devise a joint U.S.-Japan education initiative that strengthens the human resource base in Okinawa, particularly with a view to meeting Okinawa's economic needs and Asia-Pacific aspirations.

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2000-07-10
Introduced in Senate
2000-07-10
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6350)
2000-07-26
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
2000-07-27
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Helms with an amendment and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
2000-07-27
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Helms with an amendment and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
2000-07-27
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 726.

A resolution expressing appreciation to the people of Okinawa for hosting United States defense facilities, commending the Government of Japan for choosing Okinawa as the site for hosting the summit meeting of the G-8 countries, and for other purposes.

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