Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role.

12/30/2022, 3:18 AM

This resolution expresses that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) plays an indispensable role in strengthening nuclear security and safety around the globe.

The resolution also reaffirms that the United States has a vital interest in preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and securing nuclear materials.

Bill 117 H.Res. 832, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role," is a resolution that highlights the importance of the IAEA's role in promoting nuclear security worldwide.

The resolution acknowledges the critical role that the IAEA plays in ensuring the safe and secure use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. It recognizes the IAEA's efforts in preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons and enhancing global nuclear security standards.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the need for continued support and cooperation with the IAEA to address emerging nuclear security challenges, such as cyber threats and the illicit trafficking of nuclear materials. It calls on the United States to work with other countries to strengthen the IAEA's capabilities and resources to effectively carry out its nuclear security mission. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 832 underscores the House of Representatives' commitment to supporting the IAEA's vital role in safeguarding nuclear materials and facilities around the world. It urges the United States to prioritize nuclear security and collaborate with international partners to enhance the IAEA's ability to address evolving threats in the nuclear domain.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 832

Introduced on
2021-12-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/2/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) plays an indispensable role in strengthening nuclear security and safety around the globe.

The resolution also reaffirms that the United States has a vital interest in preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and securing nuclear materials.

Bill 117 H.Res. 832, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role," is a resolution that highlights the importance of the IAEA's role in promoting nuclear security worldwide.

The resolution acknowledges the critical role that the IAEA plays in ensuring the safe and secure use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. It recognizes the IAEA's efforts in preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons and enhancing global nuclear security standards.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the need for continued support and cooperation with the IAEA to address emerging nuclear security challenges, such as cyber threats and the illicit trafficking of nuclear materials. It calls on the United States to work with other countries to strengthen the IAEA's capabilities and resources to effectively carry out its nuclear security mission. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 832 underscores the House of Representatives' commitment to supporting the IAEA's vital role in safeguarding nuclear materials and facilities around the world. It urges the United States to prioritize nuclear security and collaborate with international partners to enhance the IAEA's ability to address evolving threats in the nuclear domain.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Arms control and nonproliferation•
International organizations and cooperation•
Nuclear power•
Nuclear weapons

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Latest Summary4/4/2022

This resolution expresses that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) plays an indispensable role in strengthening nuclear security and safety around the globe.

The resolution also reaffirms that the United States has a vital intere...


Latest Action12/2/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.