Reaffirming the economic partnership between the United States and the Caribbean nations and recognizing the need to strengthen trade and investment between the United States and the Caribbean nations, our "Third Border".
Summary
This resolution encourages further enhancing trade programs between the Caribbean and the United States. It also urges the President to prioritize and implement trade programs with the Caribbean region that promote sustainable and resilient economic development.
Lifecycle of the Bill
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended
On July 12, 2022, the House of Representatives passed House Resolution 1168, a measure intended to strengthen the economic and strategic relationship between the United States and Caribbean nations. By passing this resolution, the House formally recognized the Caribbean as the United States' "Third Border" and signaled a commitment to increasing trade, investment, and regional stability. The resolution encourages the U.S. government to prioritize economic partnerships with Caribbean neighbors to promote sustainable development and enhance supply chain security. It specifically calls for increased cooperation in areas such as energy security, disaster resilience, and the expansion of trade programs that benefit both American businesses and Caribbean markets. The vote passed with broad bipartisan support, receiving 351 "Yea" votes to 64 "Nay" votes. While the Democratic caucus supported the measure unanimously, the Republican conference was divided, with 138 members voting in favor and 64 voting against. Because the vote
