A resolution recognizing April 4, 2024, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, and reaffirming the leadership of the United States in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance.

3/30/2024, 8:23 AM

This resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United States to support international humanitarian efforts to eliminate landmines and unexploded ordnance. It also affirms its support to intensify efforts to clear mined areas to the fullest extent possible by 2025.

Finally, the resolution reaffirms the goals of the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action.

Bill 118 sres 609, also known as a resolution recognizing April 4, 2024, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, and reaffirming the leadership of the United States in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance, was introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to bring attention to the importance of mine awareness and assistance in mine action on a global scale.

The resolution highlights the devastating impact of landmines and unexploded ordnance on civilian populations, particularly in conflict-affected areas. It emphasizes the need for continued efforts to eliminate these dangerous remnants of war and to provide assistance to those affected by them.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to leading the charge in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance. It recognizes the efforts of the US government, military, and non-governmental organizations in this regard, and calls for continued support and funding for mine clearance and assistance programs. Overall, Bill 118 sres 609 underscores the importance of raising awareness about the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance, and the need for continued international cooperation in addressing this critical issue.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 609

Introduced on
2024-03-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/21/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United States to support international humanitarian efforts to eliminate landmines and unexploded ordnance. It also affirms its support to intensify efforts to clear mined areas to the fullest extent possible by 2025.

Finally, the resolution reaffirms the goals of the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action.

Bill 118 sres 609, also known as a resolution recognizing April 4, 2024, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, and reaffirming the leadership of the United States in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance, was introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to bring attention to the importance of mine awareness and assistance in mine action on a global scale.

The resolution highlights the devastating impact of landmines and unexploded ordnance on civilian populations, particularly in conflict-affected areas. It emphasizes the need for continued efforts to eliminate these dangerous remnants of war and to provide assistance to those affected by them.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to leading the charge in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance. It recognizes the efforts of the US government, military, and non-governmental organizations in this regard, and calls for continued support and funding for mine clearance and assistance programs. Overall, Bill 118 sres 609 underscores the importance of raising awareness about the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance, and the need for continued international cooperation in addressing this critical issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing April 4, 2024, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, and reaffirming the leadership of the United States in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary12/2/2024

This resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United States to support international humanitarian efforts to eliminate landmines and unexploded ordnance. It also affirms its support to intensify efforts to clear mined areas to the fullest exten...


Latest Action3/21/2024
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.