Recognizing April 4, 2022, 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.

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1025

Bill 117 HRES 1025, also known as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, aims to recognize April 4, 2022, as a day dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance. The bill reaffirms the United States' commitment to leading efforts to eliminate these hazardous devices and support victims of landmine accidents.

The legislation emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing the threat posed by landmines and unexploded ordnance, which continue to cause harm and hinder development in many countries around the world. By designating April 4th as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the bill seeks to promote education and advocacy on the issue and encourage countries to work together to clear affected areas and assist victims.

Overall, Bill 117 HRES 1025 underscores the United States' dedication to promoting peace and security by eliminating the use of landmines and unexploded ordnance. It highlights the need for continued efforts to raise awareness, provide assistance to affected communities, and work towards a world free from the threat of these dangerous weapons.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1025

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.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1025

Bill HRES 1025 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 4, 2022. Bill HRES 1025 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 4, 2022.  Bill HRES 1025's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 4, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1025

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1025

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

Arms control and nonproliferationCommemorative events and holidaysConflicts and warsCongressional tributesForeign aid and international reliefInternational law and treatiesInternational organizations and cooperation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1025

Recognizing April 4, 2022, 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.Recognizing April 4, 2022, 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.
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