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U.S. and Pacific Islands Forum Partnership Act

3/12/2024, 6:37 PM

Summary of Bill S 1220

Bill 118 s 1220, also known as the U.S. and Pacific Islands Forum Partnership Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen the partnership between the United States and the Pacific Islands Forum, which is a regional organization that includes countries such as Australia, New Zealand, and several Pacific Island nations.

The bill outlines various ways in which the United States can support the Pacific Islands Forum, including through increased diplomatic engagement, economic cooperation, and assistance in addressing regional challenges such as climate change and security issues. It also calls for the promotion of democracy, human rights, and good governance in the region.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of the United States' strategic interests in the Pacific region, including maintaining stability and security, promoting economic growth, and countering the influence of other countries in the region. Overall, the U.S. and Pacific Islands Forum Partnership Act aims to strengthen the relationship between the United States and the Pacific Islands Forum, and to promote mutual cooperation and shared values in the region.

Congressional Summary of S 1220

 U.S. and Pacific Islands Forum Partnership Act

This bill requires the President to appoint, with the advice and consent of the Senate, a qualified individual to serve as Special Envoy to the Pacific Islands Forum. (The Pacific Islands Forum is a regional political and economic policy organization with 18 member nations.)

The Special Envoy may not concurrently serve as a U.S. ambassador to an individual country.

The Special Envoy shall represent the United States in its role as a dialogue partner to the Pacific Islands Forum.

 

 

Current Status of Bill S 1220

Bill S 1220 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 19, 2023. Bill S 1220 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 19, 2023.  Bill S 1220's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of April 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1220

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
40
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
24
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1220

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1220

U.S. and Pacific Islands Forum Partnership Act
U.S. and Pacific Islands Forum Partnership Act
A bill to establish the position of Special Envoy to the Pacific Islands Forum.

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