Defending American Sovereignty in Global Pandemics Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-11T05:53:22Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 92 Defending American Sovereignty in Global Pandemics Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/11/2025, 5:53 AM

Summary of Bill S 92

Bill 119 s 92 is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to require Senate approval before the United States can enter into any obligations under a pandemic agreement with the World Health Organization (WHO). The bill also seeks to suspend funding for the WHO until such an agreement is ratified by the Senate.

If passed, this bill would give the Senate the authority to review and approve any pandemic agreements that the US government wishes to enter into with the WHO. This would ensure that the Senate has a say in any commitments made by the US in relation to global health crises.

Additionally, the bill would halt funding for the WHO until the Senate has ratified the pandemic agreement. This would put pressure on the WHO to work with the Senate and ensure that any agreements are in line with US interests and priorities. Overall, Bill 119 s 92 aims to increase transparency and accountability in US involvement with the WHO and ensure that the Senate has a voice in decisions related to global health emergencies.

Congressional Summary of S 92

Defending American Sovereignty in Global Pandemics Act

This bill prohibits the United States from becoming a party to a World Health Organization (WHO) agreement related to strengthening pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response except pursuant to a treaty made under Article II, Section 2, clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution (which requires that two-thirds of Senators present concur with the treaty).

The bill also prohibits federal funding for WHO beginning on the effective date of such an agreement and ending on the date when the Senate ratifies the agreement.

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Current Status of Bill S 92

Bill S 92 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 14, 2025. Bill S 92 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 14, 2025. Bill S 92's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S140) as of January 14, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 92

A bill to require Senate approval before the United States assumes any obligation under a WHO pandemic agreement and to suspend funding for the WHO until such agreement is ratified by the Senate.