HR943: Calling for the annulment of the Monroe Doctrine and the development of a "New Good Neighbor" policy in order to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between the United States and our Latin American and Caribbean neighbors.

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This bill calls for the United States to formally reject the Monroe Doctrine, a historical policy from 1823 that claimed US dominance over the Western Hemisphere. Instead, the bill urges development of a new policy framework called the 'New Good Neighbor' approach to improve relationships with Latin American and Caribbean nations. The bill aims to promote deeper cooperation and partnership with these countries. It is a non-binding resolution, meaning it expresses Congress's opinion rather than creating new law. The bill was recently introduced and is currently in committee.

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