Bill · H.Res. 1588· House(119-HRES-1588)
Congratulating the People's Republic of Bangladesh on assuming the Presidency of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.
- Introduced
- 9/28/2026
- Last activity
- 9/28/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Nellie Pou
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- 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 congratulates the People's Republic of Bangladesh for assuming the Presidency of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. It highlights the history of Bangladesh, including its independence in 1971 and the establishment of diplomatic relations with the United States in 1972. The text notes trade, military partnerships, and the hosting of over one million Rohingya refugees. It also mentions a recent political transition, parliamentary elections, and the swearing-in of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. Finally, the House of Representatives affirms the importance of the partnership between the two countries and supports a successful UN General Assembly session.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Affirms Economic and Security Partnership: Under Resolved clause (2), the House of Representatives affirms the importance of the continued economic and security partnership between Bangladesh and the United States, which helps promote and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific region. This could benefit people by supporting regional stability and trade.
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Encourages Democratic Reforms: Under Resolved clause (3), the resolution recognizes steps taken toward a peaceful democratic transition and encourages the Bangladeshi Government to pursue institutional reforms that promote transparency, accountability, and long-term political stability. This is positive because it encourages good governance for the people.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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- 9/28/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Joe WilsonRepublican · South Carolina