Honoring the 80th anniversary of United States-Philippine relations.
Philippines: 80th Anniversary of U.S. Relations
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Armed Services for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This is a bipartisan, non-controversial resolution that celebrates a long-standing ally. These types of commemorative measures usually pass easily with broad support.
Key Points
- This resolution celebrates 80 years of official friendship between the United States and the Philippines. It highlights the long history of the two countries working together on security and trade since the Philippines became an independent nation in 1946.
- The proposal honors the more than 4.6 million Filipino Americans living in the United States and the 700,000 U.S. citizens living in the Philippines. It specifically recognizes the vital role Filipino Americans play in the workforce, noting that one in four working Filipino adults are frontline healthcare workers.
- It reaffirms the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty, which says the United States will help defend the Philippines if they are attacked in the Pacific. This comes as the two countries have recently expanded their military cooperation and signed new trade agreements to strengthen their partnership.
- The resolution also pays tribute to the 250,000 Filipinos who fought alongside American forces during World War II. It recognizes their bravery and the ongoing service of Filipino Americans in the United States military today.
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Milestones
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.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Honoring the 80th anniversary of United States-Philippine relations.
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