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HRES 1113118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

Expressing support for the designation of April 4, 2024, 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.

Policy Area: International Affairs
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Dec 20, 2024
Latest Action Date
Apr 5, 2024

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Executive Summary

House Resolution 1113 from the 118th Congress expresses support for designating April 4, 2024, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. The resolution also reaffirms the United States' leadership role in efforts to eliminate landmines and unexploded ordnance worldwide. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs but did not advance further and is currently listed as failed or expired. No full text or detailed summary is available.

Bottom Line

H.Res. 1113 is a nonbinding resolution recognizing an international observance day related to mine awareness and reaffirming U.S. leadership in mine clearance efforts, but it did not progress beyond committee referral.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • Designates April 4, 2024, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action.
  • Reaffirms the United States' leadership in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance.
  • Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and did not advance, resulting in a failed or expired status.
Who Benefits?

['International organizations and NGOs involved in mine clearance and victim assistance', 'Communities affected by landmines and unexploded ordnance globally', 'U.S. government agencies engaged in foreign affairs and humanitarian mine action programs']

Potential Concerns

['No funding or enforcement mechanisms are specified, limiting direct impact.', 'As a nonbinding resolution, it carries no legal authority or mandatory obligations.', 'Lack of detailed provisions or implementation guidance may reduce practical effects.']

Political Context

The resolution fits within ongoing U.S. foreign policy efforts to support international mine action and humanitarian assistance. It was introduced in the House and referred to the Foreign Affairs Committee but did not receive further legislative action during the 118th Congress.

Hidden Impact Review

Hidden impact flags detected: 2

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Detected Flags
Indirect Effects

['May raise public and international awareness about the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance.', 'Could encourage continued U.S. diplomatic and humanitarian engagement in mine action globally.', 'Supports symbolic recognition that may facilitate coordination among international mine clearance stakeholders.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The resolution lacks detailed legislative text and does not include funding or enforcement provisions, limiting transparency on implementation plans. Its failure to advance beyond committee referral suggests limited legislative priority or support. Monitoring future related measures may provide clearer insight into U.S. policy commitments on mine action.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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