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Version 00 · Introduced in House · May 19, 2015
Commends the people of Tunisia for their commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and free and fair elections.
Commends the government of Tunisia for holding successful legislative elections and the peaceful and fair completion of the presidential election.
Recognizes Tunisia's legislative and presidential elections as an example of a peaceful, democratic transition of power for other nations throughout the region to follow.
Encourages all political parties in Tunisia to work together to realize the standards of transparency, inclusiveness, and equality established in the Tunisian Constitution.
Affirms the U.S. commitment to strengthening our bilateral relationship with Tunisia.
Calls on the President to advance the U.S.-Tunisia relationship by engaging in a Strategic Partnership.
People & committees
Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-6] · R–AZ
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Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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