United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

SRES 524 — A resolution reaffirming the strong support of the United States for the 2002 declaration of conduct of parties in the South China Sea among the member states of ASEAN and the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

Last action — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6011-6012)

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Summary

Reaffirms U.S. support for the 2002 declaration of conduct of parties in the South China Sea among the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China. Urges all parties to exercise self-restraint in the conduct of activities that would complicate disputes and stability, including refraining from inhabiting presently uninhabited islands, reefs, shoals, and other features. Supports a diplomatic process by all claimants for resolving outstanding territorial and jurisdictional disputes. Supports U.S. Armed Forces operations in the Western Pacific, including in the South China Sea, in support of freedom of navigation, the maintenance of peace, respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce.

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Action History

  1. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6011-6012)

  2. S.AMDT.2779 Amendment SA 2779 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

  3. S.AMDT.2779 Amendment SA 2779 proposed by Senator Reid for Senator Webb. (consideration: CR S6011; text: CR S6011)To amend the preamble.

  4. Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S6011-6012)

  5. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.

  6. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5263)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 524 do?
Reaffirms U.S. support for the 2002 declaration of conduct of parties in the South China Sea among the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China. Urges all parties to exercise self-restraint in the conduct of activities that would complicate disputes and stability, including refraining from inhabiting presently uninhabited islands, reefs, shoals, and other features. Supports a diplomatic process by all claimants for resolving outstanding territorial and jurisdictional disputes. Supports U.S. Armed Forces operations in the Western Pacific, including in the South China Sea, in support of freedom of navigation, the maintenance of peace, respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce.
Who sponsors SRES 524?
SRES 524 is sponsored by John Kerry (Democrat).
What is the current status of SRES 524?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SRES 524?
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