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To require the resumption of demining activities, the clearance of unexploded ordnance, the destruction of small arms, and related activities by the Department of State, and for other purposes.
3/12/2025, 8:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1259
Bill 119 hr 1259, also known as the Demining for Peace Act, aims to require the Department of State to resume demining activities, clear unexploded ordnance, destroy small arms, and undertake related activities. The bill emphasizes the importance of these efforts in promoting peace and stability in conflict-affected regions.
The bill highlights the need for the United States to continue its leadership in demining efforts around the world. It calls for increased funding and resources to support these activities, as well as coordination with international partners and organizations.
Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of prioritizing areas with the greatest need for demining and clearance of unexploded ordnance. It also calls for the development of strategies to address the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, which can contribute to ongoing conflicts and instability. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1259 seeks to reaffirm the United States' commitment to demining and related activities as a crucial component of its foreign policy efforts to promote peace and security globally.
The bill highlights the need for the United States to continue its leadership in demining efforts around the world. It calls for increased funding and resources to support these activities, as well as coordination with international partners and organizations.
Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of prioritizing areas with the greatest need for demining and clearance of unexploded ordnance. It also calls for the development of strategies to address the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, which can contribute to ongoing conflicts and instability. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1259 seeks to reaffirm the United States' commitment to demining and related activities as a crucial component of its foreign policy efforts to promote peace and security globally.
Congressional Summary of HR 1259
The Global Demining Protection Act
This bill requires the Department of State to take such actions as needed to issue a waiver to allow for the immediate resumption of all State Department programs, projects, and activities related to demining, clearing of unexploded ordnance, and small arms destruction.
Current Status of Bill HR 1259
Bill HR 1259 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1259 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1259's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1259
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
17Democrat Cosponsors
17Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1259
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1259
To require the resumption of demining activities, the clearance of unexploded ordnance, the destruction of small arms, and related activities by the Department of State, and for other purposes.
To require the resumption of demining activities, the clearance of unexploded ordnance, the destruction of small arms, and related activities by the Department of State, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1259
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