Recognizing Charleston as the appropriate host city for the 2027 annual meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly.

Enumerated powers · passes

The resolution is a non-binding expression of the House of Representatives' sentiment regarding an international event. While the Constitution does not explicitly grant Congress the power to host international meetings, the House has inherent authority to conduct its own proceedings and express its views on matters of foreign affairs under Article I, Section 1 and the Necessary and Proper Clause (Article I, Section 8, Clause 18). The resolution does not purport to exercise any legislative power beyond expressing support.

Bill of Rights · passes

The resolution does not affect any right protected by the Bill of Rights. It does not regulate speech, religion, assembly, press, petition, arms, quartering, search and seizure, self-incrimination, due process, takings, trial rights, or cruel and unusual punishment. It is purely expressive and non-coercive.

Individual liberty · passes

The resolution imposes no restriction on individual liberty, property, speech, labor, or belief. It merely expresses a preference for a host city. There is no government action that burdens any individual's sovereignty.

Decentralization · passes

The resolution does not consolidate decision-making at any level of government. It is a non-binding expression of support for a private international organization's choice of venue. The decision to host the meeting remains with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly, not with any government. The resolution does not preempt state or local authority, nor does it involve federal action that could be handled at a lower level.

Due process and takings · passes

The resolution does not deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, nor does it take any property without just compensation. It does not establish any procedure or affect any legal rights. There is no due process or takings issue.