H.R.406 — Providing Appropriate Recognition and Treatment Needed to Enhance Relations with ASEAN Act
House Roll Call
H.R.406
| Bill | H.R.406 — Providing Appropriate Recognition and Treatment Needed to Enhance Relations with ASEAN Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 388 / Nay 33 / Present 0 / Not Voting 14 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 184 | 33 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 204 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 406 (118th Congress)
The “Providing Appropriate Recognition and Treatment Needed to Enhance Relations with ASEAN Act” (HR 406) aims to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The bill emphasizes the importance of ASEAN as a strategic partner in addressing regional security, economic growth, and global challenges, including climate change and public health.
Key Provisions: HR 406 mandates the U.S. government to enhance its engagement with ASEAN through a series of initiatives. These include increasing diplomatic representation, expanding economic cooperation, and promoting cultural exchanges. The bill encourages the establishment of a dedicated U.S.-ASEAN Center to facilitate collaboration on various issues, including trade, security, and education.
Funding and Authorities: The bill authorizes funding for programs that support U.S.-ASEAN relations, although specific funding amounts are not detailed within the text. It grants the Secretary of State the authority to allocate resources for initiatives that promote ASEAN’s integration and development, as well as for capacity-building programs in member states.
Agencies Affected: Key agencies involved include the Department of State, which will lead diplomatic efforts, and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), which may be tasked with implementing development programs in ASEAN countries.
Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of HR 406 are the ASEAN member states, which will receive increased U.S. support for economic development and security initiatives. U.S. businesses and educational institutions may also benefit from expanded trade opportunities and partnerships.
Key Timelines: Following its introduction, HR 406 has been received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations for further consideration. The timeline for further action will depend on the committee’s review and subsequent legislative processes.
In summary, HR 406 seeks to enhance U.S.-ASEAN relations through increased diplomatic engagement, economic cooperation, and cultural exchanges, with a focus on mutual benefits and regional stability.
Yea (388)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
J
Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
M
Michael Burgess
C
Cori Bush
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
D
David Cicilline
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
A
Anthony D'Esposito
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
J
John Garamendi
M
Mike Garcia
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
R
Raúl Grijalva
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
K
Kevin McCarthy
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
C
Cathy Rodgers
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
G
George Santos
J
John Sarbanes
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
C
Chris Stewart
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
David Trone
N
Nydia Velázquez
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (33)
B
Bob Good
D
Debbie Lesko
M
Matthew Rosendale
Not Voting (14)
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
L
Larry Bucshon
B
Bill Posey