Formally apologizing for the nuclear legacy of the United States in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and affirming the importance of free association between the Government of the United States and the Government of the Marshall Islands.

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Summary of Bill HJRES 202

Bill 118 hjres 202 is a piece of legislation that aims to formally apologize for the nuclear legacy of the United States in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. The bill also affirms the importance of the free association between the Government of the United States and the Government of the Marshall Islands.

The Republic of the Marshall Islands was used as a testing ground for nuclear weapons by the United States during the Cold War. The effects of these tests have had long-lasting and devastating impacts on the health and well-being of the Marshallese people, as well as the environment of the islands.

The bill acknowledges the harm caused by these nuclear tests and seeks to offer a formal apology from the United States government. It also emphasizes the importance of the free association between the two governments, highlighting the need for continued cooperation and support for the Marshall Islands. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 202 is a step towards acknowledging and addressing the historical injustices faced by the people of the Marshall Islands, while also reaffirming the strong relationship between the United States and the Marshall Islands.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 202

Bill HJRES 202 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 6, 2024. Bill HJRES 202 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 6, 2024. Bill HJRES 202's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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 September 6, 2024

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Formally apologizing for the nuclear legacy of the United States in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and affirming the importance of free association between the Government of the United States and the Government of the Marshall Islands.