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Strengthening US Aid for Landmine Clearance and Conventional Weapons Security

This Act formalizes and expands the goals of US foreign assistance, focusing on clearing landmines and unexploded ordnance, which allows for the safe use of land for agriculture and infrastructure in conflict-affected countries. Furthermore, it strengthens programs for securing weapons stockpiles abroad to prevent their diversion to criminal groups, aiming to increase global stability and indirectly reduce the root causes of migration. These efforts are intended to improve food security and enable populations to return home safely.
Key points
Increased support for humanitarian demining, enabling safe return home and productive use of land for agriculture in post-conflict regions.
Strengthening programs to secure foreign weapons stockpiles, reducing the risk of theft and proliferation to armed groups (e.g., MANPADS).
These efforts aim to reduce instability and armed violence, which is crucial for mitigating forced migration to the US.
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Print number: 118_S_5523
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-12-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Conventional Weapons Destruction and Legacy of Senator Patrick Leahy Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5523.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased support for humanitarian demining, enabling safe return home and productive use of land for agriculture in post-conflict regions.
  • Strengthening programs to secure foreign weapons stockpiles, reducing the risk of theft and proliferation to armed groups (e.g., MANPADS).
  • These efforts aim to reduce instability and armed violence, which is crucial for mitigating forced migration to the US.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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