United States-Ecuador Partnership Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 11:48 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3591

United States-Ecuador Partnership Act of 2022

This bill requires and authorizes actions to strengthen the U.S.-Ecuador relationship.

The President may transfer two excess Coast Guard vessels to Ecuador if there is sufficient capacity to maintain the vessels.

The Department of State must develop and implement a strategy to strengthen commercial and economic ties between the United States and Ecuador, including by (1) promoting cooperation and information sharing to increase trade and investment opportunities, and (2) supporting efforts by Ecuador's government to promote a more open and competitive business environment.

The State Department must also develop and implement a strategy to increase the capacity of Ecuador's justice system and law enforcement to combat crime, corruption, and the harmful influence of malign foreign and domestic actors.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) must develop and implement a strategy to support inclusive economic development across Ecuador's national territory, including by facilitating increased access to financing and investment for small- and medium-sized businesses.

USAID must also, by working through appropriate nonprofit organizations, develop and implement programs to provide training and technical assistance to strengthen the National Assembly of Ecuador.

USAID must also develop and implement programs to improve ecosystem conservation and enhance the effective stewardship of Ecuador's natural resources.

The State Department and USAID must periodically report to Congress on the implementation of these strategies and programs.

Current Status of Bill S 3591

Bill S 3591 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2022. Bill S 3591 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2022.  Bill S 3591's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 320. as of April 4, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3591

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3591

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

Cardiovascular and respiratory healthCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsComputer security and identity theftCongressional oversightCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationCustoms enforcementDigital mediaDisaster relief and insuranceEcologyEconomic developmentEcuadorEmergency medical services and trauma careForeign aid and international reliefForests, forestry, treesFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionHuman rightsInfectious and parasitic diseasesInfrastructure developmentInternational organizations and cooperationInternet, web applications, social mediaLand use and conservationLatin AmericaLaw enforcement administration and fundingMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMilitary education and trainingMiningNatural disastersNavigation, waterways, harborsOrganized crimePacific OceanPublic contracts and procurementRacial and ethnic relationsRight of privacyRule of law and government transparencyRural conditions and developmentSmall businessSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusU.S. and foreign investmentsWater qualityWildlife conservation and habitat protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3591

United States-Ecuador Partnership Act of 2022United States-Ecuador Partnership Act of 2022United States-Ecuador Partnership Act of 2022A bill to strengthen the bilateral partnership between the United States and Ecuador in support of democratic institutions and rule of law, sustainable and inclusive economic growth, and conservation.
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