S.Res. 71 · 110th Congress
A resolution expressing support for the Transitional Federal Government of the Somali Republic.
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Expresses the sense of the Senate: (1) supporting the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of the Somali Republic; (2) recognizing Ethiopia, particularly Prime Minister Meles, and Kenya for their efforts toward pursuing peace in Somalia and support for the United States in the War on Terror; (3) that the United States should support multi-party talks to…
What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in Senate · Feb 5, 2007
Expresses the sense of the Senate: (1) supporting the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of the Somali Republic; (2) recognizing Ethiopia, particularly Prime Minister Meles, and Kenya for their efforts toward pursuing peace in Somalia and support for the United States in the War on Terror; (3) that the United States should support multi-party talks to establish a national unity government in Somalia; (4) that U.S. assistance will better equip the TFG to face the challenges of restoring peace; (5) that the United States should promote foreign investment in Somalia; and (6) that the United States should aid the TFG to locate and free Somali-owned financial assets throughout the world, solicit support from other friendly countries, and encourage nongovernmental organizations to commit more resources to Somalia.
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About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution expressing support for the Transitional Federal Government of the Somali Republic.
Latest action (Feb 5, 2007): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1579)
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Feb 5, 2007
Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)
No recorded floor vote found.