Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords.
Summary
House Resolution 921 recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords, which ended the Bosnian War. The resolution acknowledges the historical context of the conflict, including ethnic cleansing and the Srebrenica genocide. It also highlights the role of the United States and NATO in achieving peace and the ongoing efforts towards stability and democracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Expected Effects
The resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty, human rights, and Euro-Atlantic integration. It urges continued reforms and cooperation to strengthen democratic institutions and regional stability. The resolution also recognizes the contributions of the Bosnian-American diaspora.
Potential Benefits
- Reaffirms US commitment to human rights and democracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Encourages continued progress towards NATO and EU membership.
- Recognizes the role of the Dayton community in fostering peace.
- Acknowledges the contributions of the Bosnian-American diaspora.
- Promotes regional cooperation to counter malign foreign influence.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is largely symbolic and may not have direct legal or economic consequences.
- It relies on the goodwill and cooperation of various actors, which may not always be guaranteed.
- The resolution does not address specific challenges or obstacles to reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Potential for disagreement on the interpretation and implementation of the Dayton Peace Accords.
- The resolution does not allocate specific funding or resources to support its objectives.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the US Constitution by promoting international peace and cooperation, which can be seen as furthering the general welfare as stated in the Preamble. It also supports human rights and democratic values, which are consistent with the principles of liberty and justice. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or provisions.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).