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Bill113th CongressFiled May 1, 2014International Affairs
H.Res. 562

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for Moldova's territorial integrity.

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What it doesSummary passed house amended (Jul 25, 2014)

Reaffirms that it is U.S. policy to support the Republic of Moldova's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

Supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and enhance the democratic, economic, rule of law, and security reforms being implemented by the Republic of Moldova.

Encourages the President and the Department of State to enhance U.S. cooperation with the government of Moldova and civil society organizations.

Affirms the Republic of Moldova's sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and affirms Moldova's right to associate with the European Union (EU) or any regional organization.

Calls upon the Government of Russia to: (1) withdraw its military forces from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova, (2) refrain from economic threats, and (3) cease actions that support separatist movements in Moldova.

Supports: (1) confidence-building measures between the government of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful resolution to the conflict; and (2) efforts to resolve the Transnistria issue through a settlement that affirms Moldova's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while providing a special status for the Transnistrian region within Moldova.

Urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe monitors unrestricted access to the region.

Affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key U.S. priority that can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected.

What just happenedJul 25, 2014

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Pitts, Joseph R. [R-PA-16](R-PA)Sponsor
42 cosponsors19 D23 R
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  • Engrossed in HouseJul 25, 2014
  • Introduced in HouseMay 1, 2014
  1. Jul 25, 2014FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. Jul 25, 2014FloorH37100

    On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

  3. Jul 25, 2014Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

  4. Jul 25, 2014FloorH30000

    Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H6836-6837; text of measure as introduced in House: CR H6836)

  5. Jul 25, 2014DischargeH12300

    Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged.

  6. Jul 25, 2014Committee5500

    Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged.

  7. Jul 25, 2014FloorH30200

    Mr. Smith (NJ) asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.

  8. Jun 26, 2014Committee

    Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

  9. Jun 26, 2014Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  10. May 7, 2014IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3456-3457)

  11. May 1, 2014IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

  12. May 1, 2014IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  13. May 1, 2014IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedJul 25, 201436

Reaffirms that it is U.S. policy to support the Republic of Moldova's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

Supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and enhance the democratic, economic, rule of law, and security reforms being implemented by the Republic of Moldova.

Encourages the President and the Department of State to enhance U.S. cooperation with the government of Moldova and civil society organizations.

Affirms the Republic of Moldova's sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and affirms Moldova's right to associate with the European Union (EU) or any regional organization.

Calls upon the Government of Russia to: (1) withdraw its military forces from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova, (2) refrain from economic threats, and (3) cease actions that support separatist movements in Moldova.

Supports: (1) confidence-building measures between the government of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful resolution to the conflict; and (2) efforts to resolve the Transnistria issue through a settlement that affirms Moldova's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while providing a special status for the Transnistrian region within Moldova.

Urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe monitors unrestricted access to the region.

Affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key U.S. priority that can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected.

Introduced in HouseMay 1, 2014

Reaffirms that it is U.S. policy to support the Republic of Moldova's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

Supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and enhance the democratic, economic, rule of law, and security reforms being implemented by the Republic of Moldova.

Encourages the President and the Department of State to enhance U.S. cooperation with the government of Moldova and civil society organizations.

Affirms the Republic of Moldova's sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and affirms Moldova's right to associate with the European Union (EU) or any regional organization.

Calls upon the Government of Russia to: (1) withdraw its military forces from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova, (2) refrain from economic threats, and (3) cease actions that support separatist movements in Moldova.

Supports confidence-building measures between the government of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

Affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key U.S. priority that can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected.

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