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United States Commitment to Peacekeeping Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4420
The legislation outlines several key provisions, including the authorization of funding for the United Nations peacekeeping operations. This funding is crucial for ensuring that peacekeeping missions have the resources they need to effectively carry out their mandates.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased transparency and accountability in peacekeeping operations. It requires the Secretary of State to report to Congress on the effectiveness of peacekeeping missions and the impact they are having on conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts. Furthermore, the United States Commitment to Peacekeeping Act of 2021 emphasizes the importance of upholding human rights and international law in peacekeeping operations. The bill calls for the training of peacekeepers in human rights and the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Overall, Bill 117 HR 4420 seeks to strengthen the United States' support for international peacekeeping efforts and promote peace and security around the world. By reaffirming the country's commitment to peacekeeping, the legislation aims to contribute to a more peaceful and stable global community.
Congressional Summary of HR 4420
United States Commitment to Peacekeeping Act of 2021
This bill repeals a limit on U.S. funding for, details U.S. policy objectives for, and revises reporting requirements related to United Nations (U.N.) peacekeeping operations.
Under current law, the United States may contribute no more than 25% of the assessed costs for a U.N. peacekeeping operation; the bill eliminates that funding restriction.
The Department of State must instruct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations to advance the U.S. policy objectives outlined in the bill for standardizing performance assessments of, diversifying the funding base for, and other aspects of U.N. peacekeeping operations.
The bill modifies annual reports about U.S. participation in U.N. activities by eliminating a requirement to report on costs of U.N. peacekeeping operations in the prior fiscal year and by adding a requirement to report on U.S. efforts to implement reforms of U.N. peacekeeping. Additionally, the State Department must report on (1) strengthening the role of conflict prevention in U.N. missions, and (2) transitioning U.N. peacekeeping operations to host-country security forces.
