H.C.R. No. 37 Summary

• Supports the rights of Macedonians in the Balkans to speak their language, practice their customs, and receive all civil and human rights under international law

• Notes that Macedonia achieved independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 through referendum, joined the United Nations in 1993, was recognized by the United States in 1994, and was the first country recognized by the U.S. in 2004 with its official constitutional name

• Acknowledges Macedonia's support for U.S. military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, as recognized by President George W. Bush and the Department of Defense

• Recognizes a significant Macedonian population living in Ohio

• Directs the House Clerk to transmit the resolution to federal and state officials and news media in Ohio