Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-02-06T15:45:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 283 Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/6/2025, 3:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 283

Bill 119 HR 283, also known as the Panama Canal Reacquisition Authorization Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that would give the President of the United States the authority to negotiate the reacquisition of the Panama Canal from the Republic of Panama. The Panama Canal, a key strategic waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, was originally built by the United States in the early 20th century and was transferred to Panama in 1999 as part of the Torrijos-Carter Treaties.

If passed, this bill would allow the President to engage in discussions with the government of Panama to potentially regain control of the canal. Proponents of the bill argue that reacquiring the canal would enhance US national security interests and ensure continued access to this vital maritime route. However, opponents raise concerns about the potential costs and complexities of such a negotiation, as well as the implications for US-Panama relations.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 283 seeks to grant the President the authority to explore the possibility of reacquiring the Panama Canal and would likely spark significant debate and discussion in Congress and among the American public. It remains to be seen whether this legislation will ultimately be passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 283

Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025

This bill authorizes the President to negotiate with the appropriate Panamanian government officials to reacquire the Panama Canal. The President must submit a report to Congress within 180 days of enactment detailing the progress of such negotiations, potential challenges, and anticipated outcomes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 283

Bill HR 283 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HR 283 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HR 283's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 283

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

115

Democrat Cosponsors

Republican Cosponsors

115

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 283

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 283

To authorize the President to enter into negotiations for the reacquisition of the Panama Canal from the Republic of Panama.To authorize the President to enter into negotiations for the reacquisition of the Panama Canal from the Republic of Panama.

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