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DemocratBill · H.Res. 653· House(119-HRES-653)

Expressing support for the Japanese Diet's Caucus for Universal Values in the Indo-Pacific and for continued United States-Japan interparliamentary collaboration to advance democracy in the region.

Rep. Castro
Age: 52 years
Texas
Introduced
8/15/2025
Last activity
8/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by
Joaquin Castro
Cosponsors
Democrat - 1Republican - 2
International Affairs
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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What this bill would do

This resolution expresses support for the Japanese Diet's Caucus for Universal Values in the Indo-Pacific. It highlights the shared commitment of the United States and Japan to democratic principles, human rights, and the rule of law. The resolution commends the establishment of a specific Japanese parliamentary caucus launched on May 15, 2025. It also acknowledges the work of the Japan Center for International Exchange in strengthening democratic governance. Finally, the resolution encourages increased collaboration between the United States Congress and the Japanese Diet to protect democratic institutions against authoritarian threats.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7

    The resolution encourages expanded collaboration between the United States Congress and the Japanese Diet.

  • Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6

    The resolution seeks to deepen parliamentary engagement and bilateral coordination between the U.S. and Japan.

  • Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+5

    The resolution affirms the importance of protecting freedom of expression.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.