A resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should prioritize bilateral security partnerships over multilateral security partnerships and institutions.
Foreign Policy: Prioritizing One-on-One Security Deals
This resolution is currently in the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations for review. It has not been scheduled for any further action and is not moving forward at this time. There is no companion bill for this measure.
Legislative Progress
This is a non-binding resolution that expresses an opinion rather than changing the law, and it faces strong opposition from supporters of traditional alliances.
Key Points
- This resolution suggests that the United States should focus on making security deals with one country at a time instead of joining large international groups. It argues that these one-on-one deals give the U.S. more power to protect its own interests and make changes more easily when needed.
- The proposal criticizes groups like the United Nations and NATO, claiming they cost American taxpayers too much money without providing enough benefits. It points out that the U.S. often pays a much larger share of the budget for these groups than other member countries do.
- The text expresses concerns that some international organizations have been influenced by countries that do not like the U.S. or promote ideas that go against American values. It specifically mentions issues with how the World Health Organization and the United Nations handle global health and human rights.
- If followed, this would mean the U.S. might stop supporting or even leave certain international groups that it feels are not working in its favor. The goal is to encourage other countries to partner directly with the U.S. rather than relying on large global institutions.
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1787-1788)
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Submitted in Senate
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should prioritize bilateral security partnerships over multilateral security partnerships and institutions.
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