Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 47, titled "Expressing the need for the Senate to provide advice and consent to ratification of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to urge the Senate to take action on ratifying the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity.
The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity is an international treaty aimed at promoting sustainable development and conservation of biodiversity. The treaty was adopted in 1992 and has been ratified by 196 countries, including the United States. However, the US Senate has not yet provided its advice and consent for ratification of the treaty.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of the Convention on Biological Diversity in addressing global challenges such as climate change, loss of biodiversity, and sustainable development. It highlights the need for the United States to be a leader in international efforts to protect the environment and promote biodiversity conservation.
The resolution calls on the Senate to prioritize the ratification of the Convention on Biological Diversity and to take action to ensure that the United States fulfills its commitments under the treaty. It also encourages the Senate to work with the international community to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable development.
Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 47 underscores the importance of ratifying the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity and urges the Senate to take action to support global efforts to protect the environment and promote biodiversity conservation.