Bill · H.R. 1841· House(119-HR-1841)

Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act

Age: 72 years

California

Introduced: 3/4/2025
Last activity: 3/4/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by: Brad Sherman
Cosponsors: - 50 - 2

International Affairs

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act aims to review current restrictions on United States travel to North Korea. It calls for the Secretary of State to conduct a review of travel restrictions, specifically looking at humanitarian reasons and national interests. The bill also urges the Secretary of State to pursue serious diplomatic engagement to achieve a formal end to the Korean War. Additionally, it suggests seeking negotiations to establish liaison offices between the United States and North Korea. Finally, the act requires specific reports to be submitted to Congress regarding these reviews and diplomatic roadmaps.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+8
The bill explicitly calls for serious diplomatic engagement and the establishment of liaison offices to foster communication.
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+5
The bill specifically addresses the ability of Korean Americans to visit relatives in North Korea.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The bill aims to stabilize the Korean peninsula through diplomatic engagement with South Korea and North Korea.