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Nuclear Weapons Abolition and Conversion Act of 2025

3/27/2025, 3:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1888

Bill 119 hr 1888, also known as the "Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons Conversion Act," aims to direct the United States to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. This treaty prohibits the development, testing, production, stockpiling, stationing, transfer, use, and threat of use of nuclear weapons.

In addition to signing the treaty, the bill also calls for the conversion of resources and personnel from the nuclear weapons industry to be redirected towards addressing the climate crisis. This includes repurposing facilities, equipment, and expertise towards initiatives that promote sustainability, renewable energy, and environmental conservation.

The bill emphasizes the importance of shifting focus away from nuclear weapons, which pose a significant threat to global security, towards addressing the urgent challenges posed by climate change. By signing the treaty and redirecting resources towards climate-related efforts, the United States can play a leading role in promoting peace, sustainability, and environmental stewardship on the world stage. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1888 seeks to align US policy with international efforts to promote disarmament, peace, and environmental protection, while also addressing the pressing issue of climate change.

Current Status of Bill HR 1888

Bill HR 1888 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 5, 2025. Bill HR 1888 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 5, 2025.  Bill HR 1888's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 5, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1888

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1888

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1888

Nuclear Weapons Abolition and Conversion Act of 2025
Nuclear Weapons Abolition and Conversion Act of 2025
To direct the United States to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and convert nuclear weapons industry resources and personnel to purposes relating to addressing the climate crisis, and for other purposes.

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