That the House of Representatives hereby— (1) congratulates the people and the Government of the Republic of Slovenia as the country celebrates 28 years of independence; (2) commends the people of Slovenia on the significant progress made in the last 28 years; (3) recognizes the important role of the Slovenian community in the United States to promote partnership and cooperation between the two countries; and (4) encourages the Government of the Republic of Slovenia to continue its important work in the transatlantic alliance, and the efforts to further peace, stability, and prosperity in Southeast Europe and elsewhere.