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Embracing the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 77

Bill 118 HRES 77, also known as "Embracing the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution expresses support for the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, which is an international agreement aimed at eliminating nuclear weapons worldwide.

The resolution acknowledges the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and recognizes the need for a global effort to prevent their use. It calls on the United States to take steps towards nuclear disarmament and to work towards the ratification of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.

The resolution also emphasizes the importance of diplomacy and peaceful conflict resolution in addressing global security challenges. It urges the United States to engage with other countries in dialogue and cooperation to reduce the threat posed by nuclear weapons. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 77 is a non-binding resolution that signals the US Congress's support for the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. It highlights the importance of nuclear disarmament and the need for international cooperation in achieving a world free of nuclear weapons.

Congressional Summary of HRES 77

This resolution calls on the President to embrace the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and make nuclear disarmament the centerpiece of U.S. national security policy. It also calls on the United States to lead a global effort to move the world back from the nuclear brink and to prevent nuclear war.

Current Status of Bill HRES 77

Bill HRES 77 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2023. Bill HRES 77 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2023.  Bill HRES 77's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 77

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
84
Democrat Cosponsors
84
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 77

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Arms control and nonproliferation
- Conflicts and wars
- International law and treaties
- Military operations and strategy
- Military procurement, research, weapons development
- Nuclear weapons
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 77

Embracing the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.
Embracing the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.

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