Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 48 Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2024, 4:30 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 48

Bill 118 SJRes 48, also known as the Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to make changes to the Compact of Free Association agreements between the United States and the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau.

The Compact of Free Association agreements are international treaties that govern the relationship between the United States and these Pacific Island nations. The agreements provide for financial assistance, defense cooperation, and other benefits in exchange for certain rights and responsibilities.

The amendments proposed in Bill 118 SJRes 48 include provisions to increase funding for economic development programs in the Compact nations, improve healthcare services for citizens of these nations living in the United States, and enhance environmental protection efforts in the region. Additionally, the bill seeks to strengthen defense cooperation between the United States and the Compact nations, including provisions for joint military exercises and increased security assistance. Overall, the Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2023 aims to update and improve the existing agreements between the United States and the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau in order to better address the needs and priorities of all parties involved.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 48

Bill SJRES 48 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 2, 2023. Bill SJRES 48 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 2, 2023. Bill SJRES 48's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of November 2, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 48

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 48

Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2023

A joint resolution to approve the 2023 Agreement to Amend the U.S.-FSM Compact, and related agreements, between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia, and the 2023 Agreement to Amend the U.S.-RMI Compact, and certain related agreements between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the 2023 U.S.-Palau Compact Review Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Palau, to appropriate funds to carry out the agreements, and for other purposes.