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Protecting American Sovereignty Act

12/20/2023, 11:15 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1546

Bill 118 hr 1546, also known as the Protecting American Sovereignty Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the sovereignty of the United States by prohibiting the United States from entering into any agreement that would require the country to implement any foreign laws or regulations.

The bill specifically targets international agreements, treaties, or other arrangements that could potentially infringe on the sovereignty of the United States. It aims to ensure that the US government retains full control over its own laws and regulations without interference from foreign entities.

If passed, the Protecting American Sovereignty Act would require the President to notify Congress of any proposed international agreement that could impact US sovereignty. Congress would then have the opportunity to review and potentially reject any agreement that is deemed to be a threat to American sovereignty. Overall, the Protecting American Sovereignty Act is designed to safeguard the independence and autonomy of the United States in the face of increasing globalization and international cooperation. It seeks to ensure that the US government remains the ultimate authority in determining and enforcing its own laws and regulations.

Congressional Summary of HR 1546

Protecting American Sovereignty Act

This bill prohibits the federal government from implementing any obligations upon the United States that may be contained in a draft report by a World Health Organization (WHO) working group on strengthening the WHO's preparedness and response to health emergencies. This prohibition shall also apply to any related or successor reports and recommendations regarding pandemics.

Current Status of Bill HR 1546

Bill HR 1546 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2023. Bill HR 1546 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2023.  Bill HR 1546's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 10, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1546

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
32
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
32
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1546

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1546

Protecting American Sovereignty Act
Protecting American Sovereignty Act
To prohibit the use of funds to implement any obligations of the United States under the World Health Organization's Global Pandemic Treaty.

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