A bill to amend the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991 to impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries, and for other purposes.

1/14/2025, 7:00 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 s 63, also known as the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the existing Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991. The main purpose of this bill is to impose sanctions on foreign countries that engage in acts related to chemical or biological programs that cause harm or injury to other foreign countries.

The bill seeks to strengthen the existing law by expanding the scope of sanctions that can be imposed on countries that violate the prohibition on the use of chemical and biological weapons. These sanctions may include economic measures, diplomatic actions, and other penalties deemed appropriate by the US government.

The goal of this legislation is to deter countries from developing, producing, or using chemical or biological weapons by imposing consequences for such actions. By holding countries accountable for their actions in this area, the bill aims to promote international peace and security. In addition to imposing sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for reporting requirements and oversight mechanisms to ensure that the sanctions are implemented effectively and in accordance with the law. Overall, Bill 119 s 63 is designed to strengthen the US government's ability to respond to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that pose a threat to other countries, and to uphold the principles of non-proliferation and disarmament in the international community.
Congress
119

Number
S - 63

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 s 63, also known as the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the existing Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991. The main purpose of this bill is to impose sanctions on foreign countries that engage in acts related to chemical or biological programs that cause harm or injury to other foreign countries.

The bill seeks to strengthen the existing law by expanding the scope of sanctions that can be imposed on countries that violate the prohibition on the use of chemical and biological weapons. These sanctions may include economic measures, diplomatic actions, and other penalties deemed appropriate by the US government.

The goal of this legislation is to deter countries from developing, producing, or using chemical or biological weapons by imposing consequences for such actions. By holding countries accountable for their actions in this area, the bill aims to promote international peace and security. In addition to imposing sanctions, the bill also includes provisions for reporting requirements and oversight mechanisms to ensure that the sanctions are implemented effectively and in accordance with the law. Overall, Bill 119 s 63 is designed to strengthen the US government's ability to respond to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that pose a threat to other countries, and to uphold the principles of non-proliferation and disarmament in the international community.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991 to impose sanctions on foreign countries in response to acts concerning chemical or biological programs that cause injury to other foreign countries, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
DB
Damir Braswell
@elderberry_green_bean_buknu62999
This bill is so dumb, it's gonna mess everything up. How will it affect me?

APPROVED
HC
Harlem Crabtree
@durian_montreal_steak_seasoning_celery_seed15805
I'm not really sure about this bill, but it seems like it could have some serious consequences for foreign countries involved in chemical or biological programs. I'm not sure how it will impact me personally, but it's definitely something to keep an ...

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/9/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.