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HRES 152

Reaffirming the deep and steadfast United States-Canada partnership and the ties that bind the two countries in support of economic and national security.

119th Congress Introduced by Mark Amodei and 12 co-sponsors

Reaffirms the U.S.-Canada partnership as a strategic asset for peace, growth, and security, and seeks deeper cross-border cooperation on defense, cyber, energy, and trade.

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Bill Summary · HRES 152

Summary: H.Res. 152 — Reaffirming the U.S.-Canada Partnership

Snapshot

  • Bill Type: House Resolution (not a law)
  • Bill Number: H.Res. 152
  • Title: Reaffirming the deep and steadfast United States-Canada partnership and the ties that bind the two countries in support of economic and national security
  • Introduced: February 24, 2025
  • Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs
  • Principal Sponsor: Mark E. Amodei
  • Co-Sponsors: Susie Lee, Dina Titus, Zoe Lofgren, Earl L. "Buddy" Carter, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Jim Costa, Nicholas A. Langworthy, Lizzie Fletcher, Gus M. Bilirakis, Deborah K. Ross, William R. Keating, Marc A. Veasey

Purpose and Intent

H.Res. 152 expresses the House’s reaffirmation of the U.S.-Canada partnership as a strategic asset for peace, global economic opportunity, and preparedness for unforeseen events. It emphasizes collaboration across defense, cyber/technology security, Arctic security, energy, and supply-chain resilience, and it links the bilateral relationship to shared democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law. The resolution also highlights the importance of a secure border and the bilateral comanagement of that border as a trusted corridor for trade and supply chains. It frames deeper cooperation as bolstering competitiveness and resilience against economic aggression, and it ties continued trade and investment with Canada to job creation in the United States.

Key Provisions (Summary of the Eight Points)

  1. Declares the U.S.-Canada relationship as an essential strategic asset for peace, global economic opportunity, and readiness for unforeseen events.
  2. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to maintaining and growing the U.S.-Canada partnership.
  3. Recognizes that security in the U.S. is linked to Canada’s security, and supports expanded collaboration in defense, cyber/technology security, and Arctic security.
  4. Reaffirms the bilateral and international alliance, enabling joint responses to threats and upholding shared values (democracy, human rights, rule of law).
  5. Recognizes the strategic value of the secure U.S.-Canada border and its co-management as a flow-friendly, trusted corridor for trade and supply chains.
  6. Supports strengthening supply chains for both countries to improve competitiveness and resilience against economic aggression.
  7. Encourages greater energy security through cross-border energy infrastructure (oil, natural gas, nuclear energy, renewable energy, and resilient electricity transmission) and diversification of critical minerals supply chains.
  8. Commits to creating more well-paying U.S. jobs through ongoing trade and investment with Canada.

Who Is Affected

  • U.S. government agencies involved in foreign affairs, defense, energy, cyber security, and infrastructure planning.
  • Canada–U.S. cross-border partners, energy sectors, and supply chains (including critical minerals sectors).
  • Consumers and workers benefiting from strengthened energy security, diversified supply chains, and expanded cross-border trade.
  • General public through emphasis on democratic values and human rights in bilateral cooperation.

Procedural Timeline and Next Steps

  • Introduced and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs on February 24, 2025.
  • As a resolution, it expresses policy priorities and intent rather than creating new laws or funding.
  • If advanced, the committee may hold hearings or amendments before the House considers floor action; passage would reflect a sense of Congress about the U.S.-Canada partnership.

Potential Impacts and Considerations

  • Signals strong bicameral/comprehensive support for deepening U.S.-Canada cooperation in defense, cyber, energy, and Arctic domains.
  • Could guide executive branch policy and diplomacy toward enhanced cross-border energy projects, infrastructure, and diversified supply chains.
  • May influence considerations of border management and supply-chain resilience strategies.
  • Emphasizes alignment with democratic values and rule of law, potentially shaping joint statements, exercises, and international cooperation initiatives.

Note: As a House resolution, H.Res. 152 articulates the sense of the House and encourages specific areas of cooperation rather than establishing new statutory obligations or funding.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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