What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HRES 361.
Call for Ratification of UN Convention on the Law of the Sea
The House of Representatives urges the Senate to ratify a key international treaty governing the world's oceans. Becoming a party is intended to strengthen the US position in maritime disputes, provide legal certainty for businesses, and protect national interests at sea, including in the Arctic and on the continental shelf.
Key points
The US is not a party to a major international treaty governing activities on and under the oceans, unlike most countries.
Ratifying the treaty would strengthen the US position in international discussions and disputes regarding navigation rights and resource use.
Joining the treaty would provide greater legal certainty for American companies operating at sea (shipping, mining, telecom).
The treaty is seen by military leaders as crucial for freedom of navigation and the strategic position of the US globally.
Failure to ratify weakens US credibility and limits the ability to defend national interests, for example, in the Arctic or on the continental shelf.
Status:
Expired
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