H.R. 283 Introduced International Affairs

Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025

To authorize the President to enter into negotiations for the reacquisition of the Panama Canal from the Republic of Panama.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large] Introduced January 9, 2025 Cosponsors 29 (29 R) Latest action January 9, 2025

Summary

Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025
This bill authorizes the President to negotiate with the appropriate Panamanian government officials to reacquire the Panama Canal. The President must submit a report to Congress within 180 days of enactment detailing the progress of such negotiations, potential challenges, and anticipated outcomes. 

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Jan 9, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  2. Jan 9, 2025 Introduced in House

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