A resolution expressing support for the Transitional Federal Government of the Somali Republic.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (5 Feb 2007): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1579)
What this bill does
This Senate resolution, introduced in 2007, would express the Senate's support for the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of Somalia. It would also recognize Ethiopia and Kenya for their peace efforts and support for the U.S. in the War on Terror. The resolution suggests the U.S. should back multi-party talks to create a national unity government, promote foreign investment in Somalia, and help the TFG locate and free Somali-owned financial assets globally.
The resolution aims to impact U.S. policy regarding Somalia by advocating for specific actions that could enhance the TFG's ability to restore peace. It would affect the TFG directly by seeking U.S. backing and indirectly influence other countries and non-governmental organizations through U.S. encouragement.
As an introduced resolution, it has not yet become law. The next step for S.Res. 71 would be consideration by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. If the committee approves it, the resolution could then be brought to the full Senate for a vote.
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Official summary
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.
Timeline
5 Feb 2007
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1579)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 71 do?
- This Senate resolution, introduced in 2007, would express the Senate's support for the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of Somalia. It would also recognize Ethiopia and Kenya for their peace efforts and support for the U.S. in the War on Terror. The resolution suggests the U.S. should back multi-party talks to create a national unity government, promote foreign investment in Somalia, and help the TFG locate and free Somali-owned financial assets globally. The resolution aims to impact U.S. policy regarding Somalia by advocating for specific actions that could enhance the TFG's ability to restore peace. It would affect the TFG directly by seeking U.S. backing and indirectly influence other countries and non-governmental organizations through U.S. encouragement. As an introduced resolution, it has not yet become law. The next step for S.Res. 71 would be consideration by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. If the committee approves it, the resolution could then be brought to the full Senate for a vote.
- Has S.Res. 71 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 71. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 71?
- S.Res. 71 was sponsored by Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (R-OK), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 71?
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1579) (5 Feb 2007).
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