Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1435

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should ratify the Rome Statute and join the International Criminal Court.

International Criminal Court: Joining the Global Court

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This is a non-binding resolution on a very controversial topic. It is unlikely to move forward because it lacks broad support in the House.

Key Points

This resolution says the House of Representatives believes the United States should officially join the International Criminal Court. This court handles very serious global crimes like genocide and war crimes.
The proposal asks the Senate to approve the Rome Statute, which is the treaty that created the court. It also calls for the government to stop any travel bans or financial penalties that were put on the court's staff.
Supporters argue that joining the court would help the United States lead on human rights and hold criminals accountable. They say the U.S. can only help shape how the court works if it is a full member.
This is a non-binding resolution, which means it is a statement of opinion and does not change any laws on its own. It has been sent to two House committees for further review.

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Jul 15, 2026House

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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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Jul 15, 2026House

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Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should ratify the Rome Statute and join the International Criminal Court.

Bill NumberHRES 1435

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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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