Commemorating the 175th anniversary of the special relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of Thailand.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (12 Mar 2008): Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Con.Res. 290, would have Congress commemorate the 175th anniversary of the relationship between the United States and Thailand. It would acknowledge the historical treaty signed in 1833 and recognize Thailand as the first treaty ally of the U.S. in the Asia-Pacific region. The resolution also highlights shared values and past collaborations, including counterterrorism efforts, joint relief operations after the 2004 tsunami, and multinational military exercises.
The resolution directly affects the United States Congress and the Kingdom of Thailand. It expresses congratulations to Thailand on its recent parliamentary elections, marks the 80th birthday of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, and acknowledges the contributions of Thai Americans. It also notes the significant bilateral trade between the two nations.
Introduced in the House of Representatives on February 7, 2008, the bill was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. It has since moved to the Senate, where it was received and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations on March 12, 2008. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would express the sentiment of Congress without requiring presidential signature.
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Official summary
Commemorates: (1) the 175th anniversary of United States and Thailand relations; and (2) the 80th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand.
Congratulates the Kingdom of Thailand and the Thai people for their democratic election.
Looks forward to continued ties of friendship between the Thai and American people.
Timeline
12 Mar 2008
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 290 do?
- This resolution, H.Con.Res. 290, would have Congress commemorate the 175th anniversary of the relationship between the United States and Thailand. It would acknowledge the historical treaty signed in 1833 and recognize Thailand as the first treaty ally of the U.S. in the Asia-Pacific region. The resolution also highlights shared values and past collaborations, including counterterrorism efforts, joint relief operations after the 2004 tsunami, and multinational military exercises. The resolution directly affects the United States Congress and the Kingdom of Thailand. It expresses congratulations to Thailand on its recent parliamentary elections, marks the 80th birthday of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, and acknowledges the contributions of Thai Americans. It also notes the significant bilateral trade between the two nations. Introduced in the House of Representatives on February 7, 2008, the bill was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. It has since moved to the Senate, where it was received and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations on March 12, 2008. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and the Senate, it would express the sentiment of Congress without requiring presidential signature.
- Has H.Con.Res. 290 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 290. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 290?
- H.Con.Res. 290 was sponsored by Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16] (R-IL), with 30 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 290?
- Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (12 Mar 2008).
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