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119-sres-167119th Congress

A resolution recognizing the importance of the Arctic Council and reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the Arctic Council.

Sponsored By: Senator Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]

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Summary

Reaffirms U.S. commitment to active leadership in the Arctic Council. This bill would press for sustained U.S. engagement, stronger funding for Arctic work, and a stable Arctic Ambassador-at-Large as climate change and geopolitical competition remake the region.

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  • Recognizes Indigenous peoples as central participants and urges that traditional knowledge guide Council efforts and policy recommendations.
  • Backs increased resources for U.S. agencies involved in Arctic Council activities and urges the executive branch to avoid prolonged vacancies in the Arctic Ambassador-at-Large post.
  • Commends the Council’s scientific assessments and pushes the Council to prioritize environmental protection, sustainable development, and responses to pollution and biodiversity threats.
  • Flags security risks from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and closer Russia–China ties and calls for U.S. attention to growing strategic competition and military activity in the Arctic.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]

AK • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

    ME • I

    Sponsored 4/9/2025

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