Bill · H.Res. 696· House(119-HRES-696)
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of independence of the Republic of Singapore and supporting a strong United States-Singapore relationship.
- Introduced
- 9/10/2025
- Last activity
- 9/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- David Schweikert
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the 60th anniversary of Singapore's independence. It serves to reaffirm support for a strong bilateral relationship between the United States and Singapore. The resolution highlights economic ties, including a long-standing free trade agreement and significant trade surpluses. It also notes security cooperation, including military rotations and efforts to counter global threats. Additionally, it mentions the importance of people-to-people connections through academic exchanges and resident populations. The resolution aims to increase economic, security, and people-to-people ties between the two nations.
Yes· 3 of 10
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7
The resolution reaffirms support for a strong bilateral relationship and shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Would business owners be better off under this?+5
The bill highlights that over 5,800 American companies have regional offices in Singapore to compete across Asia.
Would students be better off under this?+5
The resolution explicitly mentions study abroad opportunities and academic exchanges that benefit students.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Competition and Job Support: Over 5,800 American companies have regional offices in Singapore to help the United States compete economically across Asia, and Singapore's trade and investments support over 330,000 jobs in the United States.
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Technology Leadership: Singapore's leadership in artificial intelligence, energy, and biotechnology presents an opportunity for jointly building leadership in advanced technology.
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Regional Security: Singapore plays an indispensable role in regional security through close collaboration with the United States military, including facilitating patrols in the South China Sea.
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Global Threat Countering: Singapore has joined the United States in coalitions to counter global threats like ISIS and piracy in the Gulf of Aden.
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Educational Opportunities: Study abroad opportunities and academic exchanges between the United States and Singapore allow students and faculty to gain valuable educational experience and build professional networks.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+5Good For Students+5Good For Young Adults+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+7Improves International Trade+5Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2Improves Student Loan Relief+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Increases Renewable Energy Investment+2
- 9/10/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Rick LarsenDemocrat · Washington