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A concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.
12/29/2022, 4:48 PM
Summary of Bill SCONRES 38
Bill 117 sconres 38 is a concurrent resolution that declares a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The purpose of this resolution is to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code. This waiver would allow for the transportation of goods and supplies to Ukraine in order to support their efforts in defending against the Russian invasion.
The resolution acknowledges the severity of the situation in Ukraine and the need for immediate action to provide assistance to the Ukrainian people. By waiving the minimum tonnage requirements, the United States can more effectively and efficiently provide aid to Ukraine during this crisis.
Overall, Bill 117 sconres 38 is a critical piece of legislation that aims to support Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion by allowing for the transportation of essential supplies. It is a non-partisan effort to address a pressing international crisis and provide much-needed assistance to a country in need.
The resolution acknowledges the severity of the situation in Ukraine and the need for immediate action to provide assistance to the Ukrainian people. By waiving the minimum tonnage requirements, the United States can more effectively and efficiently provide aid to Ukraine during this crisis.
Overall, Bill 117 sconres 38 is a critical piece of legislation that aims to support Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion by allowing for the transportation of essential supplies. It is a non-partisan effort to address a pressing international crisis and provide much-needed assistance to a country in need.
Congressional Summary of SCONRES 38
This concurrent resolution declares that a state of emergency exists due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It also states that such emergency justifies a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements for the transport of equipment, materials, or commodities related to humanitarian operations resulting from the invasion. Such requirements apply to cargoes that are transported on ocean vessels and that are procured, furnished, or financed by the United States.
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Current Status of Bill SCONRES 38
Bill SCONRES 38 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 3, 2022. Bill SCONRES 38 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 3, 2022. Bill SCONRES 38's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2283-2284) as of May 3, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SCONRES 38
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
14Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 38
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
- Conflicts and wars
- Europe
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Marine and inland water transportation
- Military operations and strategy
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Public contracts and procurement
- Russia
- Ukraine
- War and emergency powers
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 38
A concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.
A concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SCONRES 38
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A concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.
Bill SCONRES 37December 29, 2022





