H.R.3839 - EO 14155 Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 3839, the EO 14155 Act of 2025, seeks to codify Executive Order 14155, which pertains to the United States withdrawing from the World Health Organization (WHO). The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to multiple committees, including Foreign Affairs, Armed Services, Intelligence, and Energy and Commerce. The Act's primary purpose is to give the Executive Order the full force and effect of law through congressional approval.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the bill would formalize the US withdrawal from the WHO, making it more difficult to reverse without further legislative action. This could lead to changes in how the US engages in global health initiatives. It could also affect funding and collaboration on international health projects.
Potential Benefits
- Increased national sovereignty over health policies.
- Potential reallocation of funds previously contributed to the WHO towards domestic health priorities.
- Opportunity to establish new international health partnerships aligned with specific US interests.
- Reduced exposure to WHO regulations or recommendations that may conflict with US policies.
- Greater flexibility in responding to global health crises independently.
Potential Disadvantages
- Reduced US influence in global health governance.
- Potential loss of access to WHO resources and expertise.
- Hindered collaboration on international disease surveillance and response.
- Damage to US reputation and standing in the international community.
- Possible negative impacts on global health security and pandemic preparedness.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the constitutional principle of congressional authority over matters of international relations and treaties, as outlined in Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations and to declare war. Codifying an executive order through legislation demonstrates a check and balance between the executive and legislative branches. The bill itself does not appear to infringe upon any specific individual rights or liberties protected by the Constitution or its amendments.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).