September 10, 2026
Mr. Bell (for himself, Mr. Cleaver, Mrs. Wagner, Mr. Alford, and Mr. Graves) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services
RESOLUTION
Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Missouri-Panama State Partnership Program and celebrating the enduring partnership between the State of Missouri and the Republic of Panama.
- (1) recognizes and celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Missouri-Panama State Partnership Program;
- (2) commends the Missouri National Guard, the Panamanian public forces, and the civilian, governmental, educational, and private sector partners that have contributed to the success of the partnership over the past 3 decades;
- (3) recognizes that the enduring relationship between Missouri and Panama strengthens both partners by building capabilities, sharing expertise, improving preparedness, and addressing shared challenges;
- (4) celebrates the security, economic, educational, and cultural benefits that have resulted from the partnership between Missouri and Panama;
- (5) recognizes the important role that trade, investment, academic exchanges, and workforce partnerships play in promoting economic opportunity and mutual prosperity in Missouri and Panama;
- (6) recognizes the importance of the National Guard State Partnership Program in advancing United States interests, strengthening international partnerships, improving military readiness and interoperability, and reinforcing the global leadership of the United States;