Bill · H.R. 10408· House(119-HR-10408)
Guam-Federal Consultation Act
- Introduced
- 9/16/2026
- Last activity
- 9/16/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- James Moylan
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the Guam-Federal Consultation Act. It requires the President and the Governor of Guam to consult regularly on matters affecting their relationship. Special representatives of the United States and Guam must meet at least every five years to consider issues and submit a report with recommendations to Congress. Representatives must also be appointed at least one year before ongoing financial assistance expires to make recommendations regarding future financial help. The bill defines who can act as a designated special representative for both governments.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Regular communication: Section 2 adds a new section requiring the President and the Governor to consult regularly on matters affecting the relationship between the United States and Guam. This gives officials a clear duty to talk and keep lines of communication open.
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Mandatory meetings and reports: Section 2 requires designated special representatives of both governments to meet at least every five years to consider issues and submit a report and recommendations to Congress. This holds officials accountable by forcing them to report back to Congress.
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Financial planning: Section 2 requires special representatives to be appointed at least one year before ongoing financial assistance expires to consider and make recommendations to Congress and the President regarding future multi-year federal financial assistance. This helps ensure that financial support is looked at ahead of time.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Reporting and meeting burdens: Section 2 requires the creation of special representatives, mandatory meetings at least every five years, and the submission of a report to Congress within 180 days after meetings conclude. This process could create extra work and bureaucracy for government employees and officials.
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No significant interests or groups are affected by this bill.
- 9/16/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Introduced in House