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Trade Agreements to Aid Search for Missing US Service Members

This US Congressional resolution aims to include a requirement in future trade agreements with other nations for cooperation in searching for and recovering missing US service members from past wars. This means countries trading with the US will be asked to assist in finding loved ones who disappeared during military service, potentially bringing closure to families awaiting information.
Key points
Future US trade agreements will include clauses for cooperation in searching for missing service members.
The goal is to facilitate the discovery and identification of remains of soldiers lost in armed conflicts.
This aims to help families of the missing gain answers and closure.
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Print number: 118_HCONRES_64
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Process start date: 2023-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress that all trade agreements the United States enters into, should provide reasonable access and collaboration of each nation involved in such an agreement, for the purpose of search and recovery activities relating to members of the United States Armed Forces still missing and unaccounted for from prior wars or military conflicts.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HCONRES_64.

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 2023-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Future US trade agreements will include clauses for cooperation in searching for missing service members.
  • The goal is to facilitate the discovery and identification of remains of soldiers lost in armed conflicts.
  • This aims to help families of the missing gain answers and closure.
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. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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