S.CON.RES.87: A concurrent resolution congratulating the Republic of Latvia on the 90th anniversary of its declaration of independence.

A concurrent resolution congratulating the Republic of Latvia on the 90th anniversary of its declaration of independence. 9/16/2008--Passed Senate without amendment.    (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Congratulates the people of Latvia on the 90th anniversary of Latvia's November 18, 1918, declaration of independence. Commends the government of Latvia for its success in implementing political and economic reforms, for establishing political, religious and economic freedom, and for its commitment to human and civil rights. Recognizes the common goals and shared values of the people of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, the close relations of the three Baltic countries with one other, and their tragic history under the Nazi and Soviet occupations. Calls on the President to issue a proclamation congratulating [...]

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