Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 4570 Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/23/2024, 11:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4570

Bill 118 hr 4570, also known as the Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in countries affected by past conflicts involving the United States.

The bill aims to provide funding and support for the removal of UXO in countries such as Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia, where millions of unexploded bombs and landmines still pose a threat to civilians. These remnants of war continue to cause casualties and hinder economic development in these regions.

Additionally, the Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act seeks to raise awareness about the impact of UXO on local communities and to support programs that assist victims of these explosive remnants of war. The bill also calls for increased coordination between the US government and international organizations working on UXO removal efforts. Overall, this legislation highlights the importance of addressing the long-lasting consequences of past conflicts and the need for continued support in removing and disposing of unexploded ordnance to ensure the safety and well-being of affected populations.

Congressional Summary of HR 4570

Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act

This bill authorizes humanitarian assistance to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia to clear landmines and other explosive remnants of war.

Under the bill, the President may, from FY2024 through FY2029, provide humanitarian assistance to (1) develop national surveys of landmines and other explosive remnants of war; (2) clear such explosive remnants of war; (3) manage stockpiles of small arms, light weapons, and ammunition; (4) build capacity and improve physical security related to such explosive remnants of war; and (5) support survivors of incidents involving such explosive remnants of war, including by providing related medical assistance and prosthetic devices.

The bill also requires the President to report to Congress about any assistance provided.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4570

Bill HR 4570 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 12, 2023. Bill HR 4570 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 12, 2023. Bill HR 4570's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of July 12, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4570

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4570

Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal ActLegacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal ActTo authorize assistance to support activities relating to the clearance of landmines, unexploded ordnance, and other explosive remnants of war in Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam, and to recognize the refugee and immigrant communities who supported and defended the Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia, including Hmong, Cham, Cambodian, Iu-Mien, Khmu, Lao, Montagnard, and Vietnamese Americans, and for other purposes.

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