That the House of Representatives—
recognizes the Republic of Turkey as an important security partner of the United States;
expresses appreciation for Turkey’s contribution to global efforts to combat DAESH/ISIS;
acknowledges the unique political, economic, and social challenges confronting the people of Turkey from the influx of refugees that the ongoing conflicts in neighboring Syria and Iraq have caused;
commends the productive contributions of the Turkish American community to the United States; and
congratulates the people of Turkey and Turkish Americans nationwide on Turkish Republic Day.