Bill · H.Res. 135· House(119-HRES-135)
Affirming the nature and importance of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and Article 5 commitments under the North Atlantic Treaty.
- Introduced
- 2/13/2025
- Last activity
- 2/13/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Gregory Meeks
- Cosponsors
- - 7 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution affirms the importance of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the United States' commitment to collective defense under Article 5. It highlights past support from NATO allies after the September 11, 2001, attacks and ongoing support for Ukraine. The text reaffirms NATO's open-door policy and supports the right of states like Ukraine to choose their own security arrangements. It underscores the importance of allies dedicating at least two percent of their gross domestic product to national defense. Finally, it highlights the need for coordination in advanced defense technologies, counter-intelligence, and cybersecurity among allies.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7
The resolution reaffirms the United States' full and unwavering commitment to NATO and its collective defense obligations.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+5
The resolution highlights the importance of collaboration in cybersecurity programs to address evolving threats.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+3
The text highlights coordination in advanced defense technologies through programs like the Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Collective Defense and Deterrence: Under resolved clause (2) and associated preambular text, the House reaffirms the United States' commitment to defending allies under Article 5. This is considered positive because it bolsters United States deterrence capabilities against adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran.
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Advanced Technology and Security Coordination: Highlighted in resolved clause (6), the text emphasizes coordination in advanced defense technologies, counter-intelligence, and cybersecurity programs. This could benefit people by addressing evolving threats from adversaries through shared innovation and security.
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Defense Spending Goals: Under resolved clause (5), the bill underscores the importance of all NATO allies dedicating at least two percent of their gross domestic product to national defense or establishing plans to meet these obligations. This might be viewed positively as it encourages allies to share the financial burden of collective security.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific provisions or sections identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+7Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- 4/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/21/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 2/13/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
Jim CostaDemocrat · California
Gerald ConnollyDemocrat · Virginia
Steny HoyerDemocrat · Maryland
Marcy KapturDemocrat · Ohio
William KeatingDemocrat · Massachusetts
Joseph MorelleDemocrat · New York
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada