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US Withdrawal from UN Climate Change Convention

This bill mandates the President to withdraw the United States from an international climate change convention. This means the U.S. will no longer be bound by its provisions or allocate funds for its implementation. This could impact international environmental cooperation efforts.
Key points
The U.S. will withdraw from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
The President must provide written notification within 5 days, with withdrawal effective one year after receipt.
No public funds can be used to support obligations under this convention after the effective date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2798
Sponsor: Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To provide for the withdrawal of the United States from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2798.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. will withdraw from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
  • The President must provide written notification within 5 days, with withdrawal effective one year after receipt.
  • No public funds can be used to support obligations under this convention after the effective date.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Environment