[Congressional Bills 105th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Con. Res. 4 Enrolled Bill (ENR)]

        S.Con.Res.4
                                         Agreed to March 5, 1997        

                       One Hundred Fifth Congress

                                 of the

                        United States of America


                          AT THE FIRST SESSION

          Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday,
 the seventh day of January, one thousand nine hundred and ninety-seven


                          Concurrent Resolution

Whereas Secretary Warren Christopher served as Secretary of State from 
  1993 until 1997, and maintained the tradition of that Office by 
  representing the international interests of the United States with 
  great dignity, grace, and ability;
Whereas Secretary Christopher, during his tenure as Secretary of State, 
  engaged in more international travel than any other Secretary of 
  State in United States history, reflecting his indefatigable 
  commitment to advancing peace and justice, protecting and promoting 
  United States interests, and preserving United States leadership in 
  international affairs;
Whereas Secretary Christopher has played a key leadership role in 
  United States foreign policy achievements, including ending the war 
  in Bosnia, restoring an elected government in Haiti, and advancing 
  peace in the Middle East;
Whereas Secretary Christopher served with distinction as Deputy 
  Secretary of State from 1977 until 1981 and, among his 
  accomplishments as Deputy Secretary, is credited with skillfully 
  negotiating the release of American hostages in Iran;
Whereas Secretary Christopher has had a distinguished career in law and 
  public service in California;
Whereas Secretary Christopher, born in Scranton, North Dakota, is one 
  of North Dakota's most distinguished native sons and has always 
  displayed the quiet strength and work ethic associated with the 
  people of the Great Plains;
Whereas in 1997 Secretary Christopher leaves his position as the sixty-
  third Secretary of State; and
Whereas Secretary Christopher has earned the respect and admiration of 
  Congress and the American people: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), 
That Congress commends and thanks the Honorable Warren Christopher for 
his exemplary diplomatic service, and for his skillful and 
indefatigable efforts to advance peace and justice around the world.
  Attest:

                                               Secretary of the Senate.

  Attest:

                                 Clerk of the House of Representatives.