Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR434

Introduced
10/26/23  

Caption

A resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine.

Impact

The resolution not only celebrates a significant historical policy but also positions the Monroe Doctrine as a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy in the contemporary context, especially against perceived threats from countries like China and Russia. By reaffirming this doctrine, SR434 supports a framework for United States action and diplomacy aimed at safeguarding democratic governments from external interference, which could potentially reshape foreign relations strategies.

Summary

SR434 is a resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine, originally articulated by President James Monroe in 1823. The resolution reiterates the principles of the doctrine which emphasizes the importance of protecting the sovereignty and independence of nations in the Americas from foreign colonization and influence. By recalling historic applications of the Monroe Doctrine, the resolution aims to reaffirm U.S. interests in maintaining stability within the hemisphere and beyond.

Contention

While SR434 broadly seeks to instill a sense of unity and purpose in U.S. foreign policy, it may also evoke debates about unilateralism versus multilateralism in how the United States engages with Latin American and Caribbean nations. Critics may view the resolution as an assertion of dominance that could undermine the sovereignty of those nations, particularly in light of historical U.S. interventions. Therefore, while the resolution is largely ceremonial, its implications for contemporary foreign policy and the active dynamics of inter-American relations are likely to be contentious.

Companion Bills

US HR905

Same As Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine.

Previously Filed As

US HR905

Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine.

US HR943

Calling for the annulment of the Monroe Doctrine and the development of a "New Good Neighbor" policy in order to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between the United States and our Latin American and Caribbean neighbors.

US SR767

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US SR688

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US HR1471

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US SR833

A resolution countering disinformation, propaganda, and misinformation in Latin America and the Caribbean, and calling for multi-stakeholder efforts to address the significant detrimental effects that the rise in disinformation, propaganda, and misinformation in regional information environments has on democratic governance, human rights, and United States national interests.

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A resolution recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world.

US SR816

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US SR97

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US SR357

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