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Western Hemisphere Partnership: Security, Trade, Anti-Corruption, and Digitalization.

This Act establishes a comprehensive US partnership with democratic nations in the Western Hemisphere to boost regional stability, economic growth, and security. For citizens, this means increased efforts to dismantle transnational crime and drug networks, support for more transparent governance and anti-corruption measures, and collaborative efforts aimed at improving reliable electricity access and digital infrastructure. The Act generally excludes Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela from these partnership programs.
Key points
Strengthening border security and cooperation to disrupt human smuggling and drug trafficking networks through technical and material support for security forces.
Promoting transparent governance, fighting corruption and kleptocracy, and enhancing the capacity of law enforcement and judicial institutions in partner countries.
Focus on digitalization, cybersecurity, and resilient energy grids to facilitate e-commerce and improve public services and access to reliable electricity.
Mandating a strategy to increase US exports to Africa and Latin America/Caribbean by 200 percent within ten years.
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Print number: 118_S_1325
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Western Hemisphere Partnership Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1325.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening border security and cooperation to disrupt human smuggling and drug trafficking networks through technical and material support for security forces.
  • Promoting transparent governance, fighting corruption and kleptocracy, and enhancing the capacity of law enforcement and judicial institutions in partner countries.
  • Focus on digitalization, cybersecurity, and resilient energy grids to facilitate e-commerce and improve public services and access to reliable electricity.
  • Mandating a strategy to increase US exports to Africa and Latin America/Caribbean by 200 percent within ten years.
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. Risch, James E. [R-ID].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 51.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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