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Expressing concern for the drought and endemic food insecurity plaguing the Horn of Africa and calling for greater humanitarian and agricultural assistance to the region.

12/29/2022, 4:33 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1137

Bill 117 H.Res. 1137, titled "Expressing concern for the drought and endemic food insecurity plaguing the Horn of Africa and calling for greater humanitarian and agricultural assistance to the region," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to address the ongoing crisis in the Horn of Africa.

The resolution acknowledges the severe drought and food insecurity that has been affecting countries in the Horn of Africa, including Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Djibouti. It expresses concern for the millions of people in the region who are facing hunger and malnutrition due to the lack of access to food and water.

The resolution calls for greater humanitarian assistance to be provided to the affected countries in the Horn of Africa. This includes support for food aid programs, access to clean water, and medical assistance for those in need. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the importance of providing agricultural assistance to help communities in the region become more resilient to future droughts and food shortages. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1137 highlights the urgent need for action to address the crisis in the Horn of Africa and calls on the US government to provide support and assistance to those in need. It aims to raise awareness of the situation and encourage international cooperation to help alleviate the suffering of the people in the region.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1137

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives

  • is deeply concerned for the latest years-long drought in the Horn of Africa and the ensuing food security crisis and severe socioeconomic disturbances it caused;
  • acknowledges the role that climate change plays in increasing the frequency of extreme weather events like droughts, and pledges to take coordinated, international action to adapt to and avert further global warming;
  • reaffirms the effectiveness and instrumentality of U.S. international food assistance for meeting humanitarian obligations, cultivating enduring self-reliance in developing nations, ensuring the stability of global financial markets, and mitigating the likelihood of conflict in accordance with our national security interests; and
  • emphasizes the importance of funding urgently needed humanitarian assistance for hunger-stricken regions of the world, supporting the development of sustainable agricultural sectors in developing nations, and assisting with the international resettlement of refugees escaping droughts and extreme hunger.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1137

Bill HRES 1137 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 24, 2022. Bill HRES 1137 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 24, 2022.  Bill HRES 1137's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of May 24, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1137

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
50
Democrat Cosponsors
50
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1137

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Africa
- Agricultural practices and innovations
- Air quality
- Atmospheric science and weather
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Conflicts and wars
- Djibouti
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Financial crises and stabilization
- Food assistance and relief
- Foreign aid and international relief
- International organizations and cooperation
- Kenya
- Somalia
- Water use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1137

Expressing concern for the drought and endemic food insecurity plaguing the Horn of Africa and calling for greater humanitarian and agricultural assistance to the region.
Expressing concern for the drought and endemic food insecurity plaguing the Horn of Africa and calling for greater humanitarian and agricultural assistance to the region.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1137

Nikema Williams
Nikema Williams
GeorgiaDemocrat
Rashida Tlaib
Rashida Tlaib
MichiganDemocrat
Dina Titus
Dina Titus
NevadaDemocrat
Jamie Raskin
Jamie Raskin
MarylandDemocrat
Dean Phillips
Dean Phillips
MinnesotaDemocrat

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