Expresses support for: (1) the U.S.-Adriatic Charter; and (2) the aspirations of Albania, Croatia, and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia to join the European Union (EU). Commends: (1) Albania, Croatia, and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia for their continued efforts to become full-fledged members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the EU; and (2) Secretary of State Powell for his personal support of the Charter. Urges NATO to invite Albania, Croatia, and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia to join NATO as soon as they demonstrate the ability to assume NATO member responsibilities through the Membership Action Plan.
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[H. Con. Res. 209 Introduced in House (IH)]
108th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 209
Commending the signing of the United States-Adriatic Charter, a charter
of partnership among the United States, Albania, Croatia, and
Macedonia.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
June 5, 2003
Mr. Engel (for himself, Mr. Bereuter, Mr. Wexler, Mr. Kirk, Mrs. Kelly,
Mr. Faleomavaega, Mrs. Napolitano, and Mr. Shimkus) submitted the
following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on
International Relations
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Commending the signing of the United States-Adriatic Charter, a charter
of partnership among the United States, Albania, Croatia, and
Macedonia.
Whereas the United States has an enduring interest in the independence,
territorial integrity, and security of Albania, Croatia, and The Former
Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and supports their full integration in
the community of democratic Euro-Atlantic states;
Whereas Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia have taken clear and positive steps to
advance their integration into Europe by establishing close cooperative
relations among themselves and with their neighbors, as well as their
promotion of regional cooperation;
Whereas Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia have already contributed to European
security and to the peace and security of southeast Europe through the
resolution of conflicts in the region and their regional cooperation in
the Southeast Europe Defense Ministerial;
Whereas on May 2, 2003, the United States-Adriatic Charter was signed in Tirana,
Albania, by Secretary of State Colin Powell, Albanian Foreign Minister
Ilir Meta, Croatian Foreign Minister Tonino Picula, and Macedonian
Foreign Minister Ilinka Mitreva;
Whereas the Adriatic Charter affirms the commitment of Albania, Croatia, and
Macedonia to the values and principles of the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization (NATO) and to joining the Alliance at the earliest possible
time;
Whereas Secretary of State Powell stated that the Adriatic Charter ``reaffirms
our partners' dedication to work individually, with each other, and with
their neighbors to build a region of strong democracies powered by free
market economies . . . [i]t underscores the importance we place on their
eventual full integration into NATO and other European institutions . .
. [a]nd most importantly, the Charter promises to strengthen the ties
that bind the peoples of the region to the United States, to one
another, and to a common future within the Euro-Atlantic family''; and
Whereas 75 commandos of the armed forces of the Republic of Albania were sent to
Iraq as part of the coalition forces during Operation Iraqi Freedom as a
sign of its commitment to promote international freedom and security:
Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That Congress--
(1) strongly supports the United States-Adriatic Charter
and commends Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia for their
continued efforts to become full-fledged members of the North
Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the European Union;
(2) urges NATO to invite Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia to
join NATO as soon as these countries demonstrate the ability to
assume the responsibilities of NATO membership;
(3) welcomes and supports the aspirations of Albania,
Croatia, and Macedonia to join the European Union at the
earliest opportunity;
(4) recognizes that Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia are
making important strides to bring their economic, military, and
political institutions into conformance with the standards of
NATO and other Euro-Atlantic institutions; and
(5) commends Secretary of State Powell for his personal
support of the Adriatic Charter.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 209.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5681)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 1 (Roll no. 299).(text: CR H5671)
Roll Call #299 (House)On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 1 (Roll no. 299). (text: CR H5671)
Roll Call #299 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Lugar with amendments and an amendment to the title and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
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Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Lugar with amendments and an amendment to the title and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 234.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S10166-10167; text as reported in Senate: CR S10167)
Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10166-10167; text as reported in Senate: CR S10167)
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Mr. Bereuter moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendments. (consideration: CR H11757-11759, H11842-11843; text as House agreed to Senate amendments: CR H11757)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendments to H. Con. Res. 209.
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 1 (Roll no. 653).
Roll Call #653 (House)On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 1 (Roll no. 653).
Roll Call #653 (House)Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.