Senate Simple Resolution 50
115th Congress(2017-2018)
A resolution reaffirming a strong commitment to the United States-Australia alliance relationship.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Feb 6, 2017
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
50
Congress
115
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Reaffirms: (1) the strong alliance between Australia and the United States, and (2) the importance of a U.S.-Australia relationship based on mutual respect and befitting a close and longstanding alliance partner crucial to the preservation of U.S. national interests in the Indo-Asia Pacific region and around the world.
Expresses support for continued diplomatic, military, and economic cooperation with Australia.
February 6, 2017
02/06/2017
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S748)
02/06/2017
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:35:49 PM