S.Res. 61 Introduced International Affairs

A resolution expressing support for the continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Agreed to in Senate
Sponsor Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] Introduced February 5, 2025 Cosponsors 18 (17 D, 1 I) Latest action February 5, 2025

Summary

This resolution condemns Russia's nuclear escalatory rhetoric and implied threats on the potential use of nuclear weapons in the context of its invasion of Ukraine. The resolution also (1) condemns Russia's purported suspension of participation in the New START Treaty, (2) emphasizes the value of arms control agreements between the United States and Russia, and (3) calls on the administration to continue pursuing nuclear arms control and risk reduction with Russia and China.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Feb 5, 2025 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S673-674)
  2. Feb 5, 2025 Submitted in Senate

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