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Support for UN Convention on Law of the Sea: Enhanced Security and Economic Benefits

The U.S. Senate is considering joining an international agreement on the law of the sea. This aims to strengthen the United States' position in maritime disputes, protect economic interests, and ensure freedom of navigation, potentially impacting trade stability, maritime security, and access to natural resources.
Key points
Strengthening the U.S. position in international maritime disputes and defending national interests.
Increasing legal certainty for American companies operating at sea, potentially fostering investment and job creation.
Ensuring freedom of navigation and access to key maritime areas like the Arctic and South China Sea.
Improving U.S. credibility on the international stage as a nation adhering to international law.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_220
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution calling upon the United States Senate to give its advice and consent to the ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_220.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening the U.S. position in international maritime disputes and defending national interests.
  • Increasing legal certainty for American companies operating at sea, potentially fostering investment and job creation.
  • Ensuring freedom of navigation and access to key maritime areas like the Arctic and South China Sea.
  • Improving U.S. credibility on the international stage as a nation adhering to international law.
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 Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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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