H. Con. Res. 135 (EH) - Whereas for more than 50 years, a close relationship has existed between the United States and Taiwan, which has been of enormous economic, cultural, and strategic advantage to both countries; Whereas the United States and Taiwan share common ideals and a vision for the 21st century; Whereas freedom and democracy are the strongest foundations for peace and prosperity; Whereas Taiwan has demonstrated an improved record on human rights and a commitment to democratic ideals of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and free and fair elections routinely held in a multiparty system, as evidenced by the March 18, 2000, election of Chen Shui-bian as Taiwan's new president; and Whereas the upcoming May 21, 2001, visit to the United States by President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress-- (1) warmly welcomes President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan upon his visit to the United States; (2) requests President Chen Shui-bian to communicate to the people of Taiwan the support of the Congress and of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes that the visit of President Chen Shui-bian to the United States is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan.
Whereas for more than 50 years, a close relationship has existed between the United States and Taiwan, which has been of enormous economic, cultural, and strategic advantage to both countries; Whereas the United States and Taiwan share common ideals and a vision for the 21st century; Whereas freedom and democracy are the strongest foundations for peace and prosperity; Whereas Taiwan has demonstrated an improved record on human rights and a commitment to democratic ideals of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and free and fair elections routinely held in a multiparty system, as evidenced by the March 18, 2000, election of Chen Shui-bian as Taiwan's new president; and Whereas the upcoming May 21, 2001, visit to the United States by President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress-- (1) warmly welcomes President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan upon his visit to the United States; (2) requests President Chen Shui-bian to communicate to the people of Taiwan the support of the Congress and of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes that the visit of President Chen Shui-bian to the United States is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan.
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U.S. Congress. House. Whereas for more than 50 years, a close relationship has existed between the United States and Taiwan, which has been of enormous economic, cultural, and strategic advantage to both countries; Whereas the United States and Taiwan share common ideals and a vision for the 21st century; Whereas freedom and democracy are the strongest foundations for peace and prosperity; Whereas Taiwan has demonstrated an improved record on human rights and a commitment to democratic ideals of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and free and fair elections routinely held in a multiparty system, as evidenced by the March 18, 2000, election of Chen Shui-bian as Taiwan's new president; and Whereas the upcoming May 21, 2001, visit to the United States by President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress-- (1) warmly welcomes President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan upon his visit to the United States; (2) requests President Chen Shui-bian to communicate to the people of Taiwan the support of the Congress and of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes that the visit of President Chen Shui-bian to the United States is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan. H. Con. Res. 135. 107th
Cong., 1st
sess., Engrossed in House May 17, 2001. https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-107hconres135eh.
APA
Congress, House of Representatives (2001, May 17). Whereas for more than 50 years, a close relationship has existed between the United States and Taiwan, which has been of enormous economic, cultural, and strategic advantage to both countries; Whereas the United States and Taiwan share common ideals and a vision for the 21st century; Whereas freedom and democracy are the strongest foundations for peace and prosperity; Whereas Taiwan has demonstrated an improved record on human rights and a commitment to democratic ideals of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and free and fair elections routinely held in a multiparty system, as evidenced by the March 18, 2000, election of Chen Shui-bian as Taiwan's new president; and Whereas the upcoming May 21, 2001, visit to the United States by President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress-- (1) warmly welcomes President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan upon his visit to the United States; (2) requests President Chen Shui-bian to communicate to the people of Taiwan the support of the Congress and of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes that the visit of President Chen Shui-bian to the United States is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan. (H. Con. Res. 135 (EH)). Retrieved from https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-107hconres135eh.
MLA
United States, Congress, House of Representatives. Whereas for more than 50 years, a close relationship has existed between the United States and Taiwan, which has been of enormous economic, cultural, and strategic advantage to both countries; Whereas the United States and Taiwan share common ideals and a vision for the 21st century; Whereas freedom and democracy are the strongest foundations for peace and prosperity; Whereas Taiwan has demonstrated an improved record on human rights and a commitment to democratic ideals of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and free and fair elections routinely held in a multiparty system, as evidenced by the March 18, 2000, election of Chen Shui-bian as Taiwan's new president; and Whereas the upcoming May 21, 2001, visit to the United States by President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress-- (1) warmly welcomes President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan upon his visit to the United States; (2) requests President Chen Shui-bian to communicate to the people of Taiwan the support of the Congress and of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes that the visit of President Chen Shui-bian to the United States is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan. U.S. Government Publishing Office, https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-107hconres135eh. 107th Congress, H. Con. Res. 135, Engrossed in House 17 May. 2001.
Bluebook
H.Con.Res.135 - 107th Congress (2001-2002): Whereas for more than 50 years, a close relationship has existed between the United States and Taiwan, which has been of enormous economic, cultural, and strategic advantage to both countries; Whereas the United States and Taiwan share common ideals and a vision for the 21st century; Whereas freedom and democracy are the strongest foundations for peace and prosperity; Whereas Taiwan has demonstrated an improved record on human rights and a commitment to democratic ideals of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and free and fair elections routinely held in a multiparty system, as evidenced by the March 18, 2000, election of Chen Shui-bian as Taiwan's new president; and Whereas the upcoming May 21, 2001, visit to the United States by President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress-- (1) warmly welcomes President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan upon his visit to the United States; (2) requests President Chen Shui-bian to communicate to the people of Taiwan the support of the Congress and of the people of the United States; and (3) recognizes that the visit of President Chen Shui-bian to the United States is another significant opportunity to broaden and strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Taiwan., H.Con.Res.135, 107th Cong. (2001), https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-107hconres135eh.
