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House Resolution urges United States leadership to reverse the nuclear arms race and prevent nuclear war

Original title: Urging the United States to lead the world back from the brink of nuclear war and halt and reverse the nuclear arms race.

Last action · April 9, 2025: 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.

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What This Bill Would Do

A newly introduced congressional resolution urges the United States to lead international efforts to step back from the brink of nuclear war and reverse the global nuclear arms race. The measure was formally referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Armed Services for consideration.

Why it matters

This resolution establishes an official congressional stance on global nuclear policy, directing formal committee review of international arms control and military preparedness strategies.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

United States

The resolution calls upon the United States government to lead international efforts regarding nuclear arms control.

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Committee on Foreign Affairs

The committee is tasked with reviewing the provisions of the resolution falling within its jurisdiction.

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Committee on Armed Services

The committee is tasked with considering provisions of the resolution related to military and defense matters.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of this resolution?
The resolution urges the United States to lead the world in stepping back from nuclear war and reversing the nuclear arms race.
Which committees are reviewing the resolution?
The resolution was on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Armed Services.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action
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.Apr 9, 2025

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Connected Entities

Speaker, Foreign Affairs, Armed Services
PersonSpeaker“Responsible for referring the resolution to committees”Map →
OrganizationForeign Affairs“House committee assigned to review the resolution”Map →
OrganizationArmed Services“House committee assigned to review the resolution”Map →

Sources

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www.congress.gov

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