To terminate the designation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan as a major non-NATO ally, and for other purposes.

1/31/2025, 5:14 PM
Congress
119

Number
HR - 94

Introduced on
2025-01-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/3/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This bill removes Pakistan's designation as a major non-NATO ally, a status that allows for various benefits such as access to excess U.S. defense supplies and participation in cooperative defense research and development projects.

The President may not redesignate Pakistan as a major non-NATO ally without certifying that the country has taken various actions against the Haqqani Network, including continuing to conduct military actions against the Taliban-affiliated group and prosecuting its leaders.

Bill 119 hr 94, also known as the "To terminate the designation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan as a major non-NATO ally, and for other purposes" bill, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of ending Pakistan's status as a major non-NATO ally. This designation was originally granted to Pakistan in 2004 to recognize its support in the fight against terrorism.

The bill seeks to revoke this designation due to concerns about Pakistan's alleged support for terrorist groups and its failure to fully cooperate with the United States in combating terrorism. Supporters of the bill argue that Pakistan has not lived up to its commitments as a major non-NATO ally and that it is no longer in the best interests of the United States to maintain this designation.

Opponents of the bill, however, argue that revoking Pakistan's status as a major non-NATO ally could harm US-Pakistan relations and undermine efforts to combat terrorism in the region. They also point out that Pakistan has made significant sacrifices in the fight against terrorism and that it is important to maintain a strong partnership with the country. Overall, the bill has sparked a debate about the future of US-Pakistan relations and the best approach to addressing terrorism in the region. It remains to be seen how Congress will ultimately decide on this issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo terminate the designation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan as a major non-NATO ally, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary2/4/2025

This bill removes Pakistan's designation as a major non-NATO ally, a status that allows for various benefits such as access to excess U.S. defense supplies and participation in cooperative defense research and development projects.

The Presi...


Latest Action1/3/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.