H.R.es361 - Supporting the recognition of 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. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.361 supports the recognition of April 4, 2025, as the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. It reaffirms the United States' leadership in eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance. The resolution acknowledges the dangers posed by landmines and unexploded ordnance to civilian populations and recognizes the US's past contributions to demining efforts.
Expected Effects
The resolution will likely increase awareness of the dangers of landmines and unexploded ordnance. It may also encourage continued US funding for international demining activities. The resolution itself does not allocate funding or change policy, but it signals Congressional support for these efforts.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the global landmine issue.
- Continued US leadership in demining efforts.
- Potential for increased funding for demining activities.
- Support for victims of landmines and unexploded ordnance.
- Reinforcement of international cooperation in humanitarian demining.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct disadvantages.
- Potential for increased financial burden on US taxpayers if funding for demining activities increases significantly.
- No direct impact on domestic issues within the United States.
- The resolution is non-binding and does not compel any specific action.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of promoting the general welfare and providing for the common defense by supporting international efforts to reduce the threat of landmines. While the Constitution does not explicitly address humanitarian demining, Congress's power to appropriate funds for such activities is generally accepted. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).