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US SR373

Resolution

Status

Introduced

9/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Edward Markey

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Recognizes July 5, 2025 as the 50th anniversary of Cabo Verde's independence from Portugal, which occurred on July 5, 1975

  • Commends Cabo Verdean-Americans for their contributions to the United States, particularly in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York, where communities have been concentrated since the 18th century

  • Highlights U.S.-Cabo Verde bilateral history, including the first U.S. consulate in sub-Saharan Africa opening there in 1818 and over $176 million in Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts (2005-2017)

  • Notes Cabo Verde's commitment to democracy, including its transition to multiparty elections in 1991 and its support for Ukraine's territorial integrity against Russian invasion

  • Acknowledges recent milestones including the World Health Organization declaring Cabo Verde malaria-free in January 2024 and the 2021 State Partnership Program between New Hampshire and Cabo Verde's armed forces

Legislative Description

A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.

International affairs

Last Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S6329-6330)

9/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Foreign Relations9/4/2025

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