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Increased US Support for UN Peacekeeping Missions

This act aims to increase the financial contribution of the United States to UN peacekeeping operations by removing the current cap. This is intended to improve the effectiveness of peacekeeping missions, strengthen the US position internationally, and ensure better accountability, potentially impacting global security and stability.
Key points
Removes the 25% cap on US contributions to UN peacekeeping, allowing for greater financial support.
Strengthens the US position within the UN, enabling more effective advocacy for reforms and preferred candidates.
Enhances accountability and transparency in peacekeeping missions, including combating misconduct and protecting human rights.
Boosts the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations, potentially leading to reduced conflicts and better civilian protection worldwide.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4420
Sponsor: Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-53]
Process start date: 2021-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

United States Commitment to Peacekeeping Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4420.

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 2021-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Removes the 25% cap on US contributions to UN peacekeeping, allowing for greater financial support.
  • Strengthens the US position within the UN, enabling more effective advocacy for reforms and preferred candidates.
  • Enhances accountability and transparency in peacekeeping missions, including combating misconduct and protecting human rights.
  • Boosts the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations, potentially leading to reduced conflicts and better civilian protection worldwide.
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. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-53].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4148)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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