And. most importantly. it puts the Mexicans on notice that we will expect such cooperation. This resolution clearly expresses Congress view that the Mexican Government must do more and that the United States needs a plan to push that effort. The resolution lays out the positive steps they must take by requiring the President to submit a report to Congress by September 1 of this year laying out progress with Mexico in the following important areas: Investigation and dismantling of drug cartels. development and strengthening of the working relationship between the United States and Mexican law enforcement officials. strengthening of bilateral border enforcement. denial of safe havens for those responsible for drug trafficking. including improvement of cooperation on extradition matters between the United States and Mexico. simplification of evidentiary requirements for narcotics and other related crimes. full implementation of effective laws and regulations to combat money laundering. eradication of crops intended for illicit drug use. establishment of screening process to assess the suitability of all law enforcement personnel involved in the fight against organized crime. and the support given to Mexico in its efforts to identify and remove corrupt officials throughout the government. including law enforcement and military officials. The resolution also directs that the report include progress on important domestic goals. including the implementation of antidrug education efforts in the United States focusing on reducing drug use among young people. the implementation of a comprehensive international drug interdiction and enforcement strategy. and providing the additional personnel needed to get the job done. This resolution is not. and must not be. the end of this process.
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