Bills · SRES 188
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Res.SRES 188International Affairs
A resolution recognizing April 4, 2025, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, and reaffirming the leadership of the United States in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it keeps a spotlight on a critical global humanitarian issue: the pervasive threat of landmines and unexploded ordnance. These hidden dangers continue to kill and injure thousands of innocent civilians each year, long after conflicts have ended, and they prevent safe access to land for farming, housing, and development. By formally recognizing an international day and reaffirming U.S. leadership and commitment, the Senate signals that this issue remains a priority.
While a resolution doesn't create new laws or allocate new money, it serves as a strong statement of intent and support. If passed, it reinforces the political will to continue funding and participating in international demining efforts, which are crucial for the recovery and stability of war-torn regions. If it doesn't pass, existing demining programs would likely continue, but without this explicit and public reaffirmation of the Senate's commitment, potentially weakening the symbolic backing for these vital humanitarian actions.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Recognizes April 4, 2025, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action.
This provision formally acknowledges a specific day to raise public awareness about the dangers of landmines and the importance of mine clearance efforts.
PROVISION 02
Reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting international humanitarian efforts to eliminate landmines and unexploded ordnance.
This establishes the Senate's official stance on the U.S. role in addressing a major global humanitarian crisis.
PROVISION 03
Calls upon the U.S. Government to continue providing necessary funding for international humanitarian demining activities.
This expresses the Senate's desire for ongoing financial support for programs that clear explosive hazards worldwide.
PROVISION 04
Calls upon the U.S. Government to maintain its international leadership role in seeking to rid the world of areas contaminated by landmines and unexploded ordnance.
This emphasizes the Senate's support for the U.S. continuing to be a key player in global mine action efforts.
PROVISION 05
Affirms support for the goal of intensifying efforts to clear mined areas by 2025, as expressed in the Maputo +15 declaration.
This aligns the Senate with an international goal for accelerating mine clearance.
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2 EVENTSAPR 30
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APR 30
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2717)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Resolution
NumberSRES 188
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2025
Last actionApr 30, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 30, 2025
Senate Res.SRES 188International Affairs
A resolution recognizing April 4, 2025, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, and reaffirming the leadership of the United States in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance.
INTRODUCED APR 30, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 30, 2025
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