S.Res. 139 · 109th Congress
A resolution expressing support for the withdrawal of Russian troops from Georgia.
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- Senate Introduced May 12, 2005
- Senate Passed May 12, 2005
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the Russian Federation should respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Georgia; (2) President Mikheil Saakashvili and the Government and people of Georgia deserve congratulations for the successful reforms carried out since President Saakashvili's inauguration; (3) the United States…
What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · May 12, 2005
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the Russian Federation should respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Georgia; (2) President Mikheil Saakashvili and the Government and people of Georgia deserve congratulations for the successful reforms carried out since President Saakashvili's inauguration; (3) the United States should support such reforms and assist Georgia in strengthening its democratic institutions and resolving its separatist conflicts peacefully; and (4) the United States should support Georgia in negotiating an agreement to end Russia's military presence in Georgia, in accordance with Russia's obligations under the ``Istanbul Commitments.''
Supports President Bush's efforts to encourage Russia and Georgia to reach agreement on the closure of Russian military bases in Georgia.
Commends President Bush for being the first U.S. President to visit Georgia since its recognition as an independent and sovereign country.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution expressing support for the withdrawal of Russian troops from Georgia.
Latest action (May 12, 2005): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5182-5183; text as passed Senate: CR S5183; text of measure as introduced: CR S5171-5172)
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: May 12, 2005
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- Senate Introduced May 12, 2005
- Senate Passed May 12, 2005
No recorded floor vote found.