SRES 816 — A resolution honoring 35 years of independence for the countries of Central Asia and recognizing the importance of the United States growing relationship with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Summary

Congratulates Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan on 35 years of independence from the Soviet Union.
Affirms the strategic importance of growing United States relationships with the five Central Asian countries.
Supports the right of all countries to determine their own foreign policy, security arrangements, and economic alliances without external coercion.
Affirms that the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Central Asian countries are foundational to peace, security, and regional balance of power in Eurasia.

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Sponsor (1)

Sen. Daines, Steve (R-MT)

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Employer not reported $80,381
ANDREESSEN HOROWITZ $19,800
APOLLO MANAGEMENT $15,400
SIERRA PACIFIC INDUSTRIES $12,000
FLORA FARMS $10,000

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Actions (5)

Sep 17, 2026 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4790) · senate
Sep 17, 2026 Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Sep 17, 2026 Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. · senate
Jul 23, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4271-4272) · senate
Jul 23, 2026 Submitted in Senate

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Agreed to Senate · Sep 17, 2026
Introduced in Senate · Jul 23, 2026

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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

July 23, 2026

Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Peters, Mr. Curtis, Mr. McCormick, Mr. Murphy, and Ms. Rosen) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations

September 17, 2026

Committee discharged; considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Honoring 35 years of independence for the countries of Central Asia and recognizing the importance of the United States growing relationship with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Whereas the Kyrgyz Republic formally declared its national independence on August 31, 1991; Whereas the Republic of Uzbekistan officially declared its national independence on September 1, 1991; Whereas the Republic of Tajikistan officially proclaimed its national independence on September 9, 1991; Whereas Turkmenistan formally marked its transition to an independent state on September 27, 1991; Whereas the Republic of Kazakhstan officially declared its national independence on December 16, 1991; Whereas, in 1991, the oppressive and murderous reign of the Soviet Union ended and with it the shackles of tyranny over Central Asia; Whereas the United States relations with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan have been steadily growing on a bilateral basis and through forums such as the C5+1; Whereas those countries have been critical partners in countering transnational threats, including terrorism, illicit trafficking, and regional instability; Whereas Central Asia and the Caucasus serve as a vital geopolitical bridge connecting East and West, facilitating critical global trade, energy security, and digital connectivity via corridors such as the Middle Corridor; Whereas the ongoing governance reforms, anti-corruption initiatives, and economic modernizations within those countries strengthen their long- term resilience and institutional independence; Whereas the United States seeks to foster resilient, independent economic ecosystems in Central Asia to enhance market access, private investment, and supply chain security; and Whereas deepening educational, cultural, and professional exchanges between the United States and the peoples of Central Asia promotes mutual understanding and shared prosperity: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate—

(1) congratulates the countries of Central Asia on 35 years of independence;

(2) affirms the strategic importance of the United States relationship with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan;

(3) fully supports the inherent right of all countries to determine their own foreign policy, security arrangements, and economic alliances without external coercion; and

(4) affirms that the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the countries of Central Asia are foundational to the peace, security, and balance of power across Eurasia. <all>

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