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Honoring OCEANIA Act

USA117th CongressS-1774| Senate 
| Updated: 5/20/2021
Brian Schatz

Brian Schatz

Democratic Senator

Hawaii

Cosponsors (1)
Lisa Murkowski (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Honoring Our Commitment to Elevate America's Neighbor Islands and Allies Act of 2021 or the Honoring OCEANIA Act This bill requires various actions and programs related to the Oceania region, which includes Fiji, French Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, and Vanuatu. The bill requires the Department of State to take actions in the region to develop a program to strengthen resilience to disasters; develop a program to help countries protect against threats to critical infrastructure; provide grants and assistance to build public health capacity; support efforts to address dangers from unexploded ordnance, submerged maritime vessels, and related hazards; provide financial and technical assistance to governments and organizations to combat corruption; and take steps to ensure U.S. capacity to support residents of Oceania countries who may become permanently displaced by severe weather. Furthermore, the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security must carry out a program to support regional maritime security partnerships. In addition, the President must impose sanctions on foreign individuals and entities that engage in corruption in Oceania. The Department of Veterans Affairs must commence a demonstration program to provide medical and extended care services to U.S. veterans residing in the freely associated states (i.e., Palau, the Marshall Islands, and Micronesia). The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation must establish a strategy for using market-based private investment to support the development goals of Oceania countries. The bill also requires reports on topics related to Oceania, including (1) a strategy to expand the presence of the Peace Corps, (2) the use of technology to address illegal fishing, and (3) the Department of the Treasury's financial intelligence resources.
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Timeline
May 20, 2021
Introduced in Senate
May 20, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Nov 9, 2021

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 117-3373
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
  • May 20, 2021
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 20, 2021
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.


  • November 9, 2021

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 117-3373
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

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Honoring OCEANIA Act

USA117th CongressS-1774| Senate 
| Updated: 5/20/2021
Honoring Our Commitment to Elevate America's Neighbor Islands and Allies Act of 2021 or the Honoring OCEANIA Act This bill requires various actions and programs related to the Oceania region, which includes Fiji, French Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, and Vanuatu. The bill requires the Department of State to take actions in the region to develop a program to strengthen resilience to disasters; develop a program to help countries protect against threats to critical infrastructure; provide grants and assistance to build public health capacity; support efforts to address dangers from unexploded ordnance, submerged maritime vessels, and related hazards; provide financial and technical assistance to governments and organizations to combat corruption; and take steps to ensure U.S. capacity to support residents of Oceania countries who may become permanently displaced by severe weather. Furthermore, the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security must carry out a program to support regional maritime security partnerships. In addition, the President must impose sanctions on foreign individuals and entities that engage in corruption in Oceania. The Department of Veterans Affairs must commence a demonstration program to provide medical and extended care services to U.S. veterans residing in the freely associated states (i.e., Palau, the Marshall Islands, and Micronesia). The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation must establish a strategy for using market-based private investment to support the development goals of Oceania countries. The bill also requires reports on topics related to Oceania, including (1) a strategy to expand the presence of the Peace Corps, (2) the use of technology to address illegal fishing, and (3) the Department of the Treasury's financial intelligence resources.
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Timeline
May 20, 2021
Introduced in Senate
May 20, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Nov 9, 2021

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 117-3373
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
  • May 20, 2021
    Introduced in Senate


  • May 20, 2021
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.


  • November 9, 2021

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 117-3373
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
Brian Schatz

Brian Schatz

Democratic Senator

Hawaii

Cosponsors (1)
Lisa Murkowski (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HR 117-3373: Honoring OCEANIA Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Air qualityAlliancesAsiaAtmospheric science and weatherAustraliaCardiovascular and respiratory healthChild healthChileChinaClimate change and greenhouse gasesConflicts and warsCongressional oversightCultural exchanges and relationsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadDisaster relief and insuranceDrug, alcohol, tobacco useEconomic developmentEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental healthEuropeFood supply, safety, and labelingForeign aid and international reliefForeign and international bankingForeign loans and debtForeign propertyFranceFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care coverage and accessHealth programs administration and fundingHistorical and cultural resourcesHospital careHuman rightsHuman traffickingImmunology and vaccinationInfectious and parasitic diseasesInternational exchange and broadcastingInternational organizations and cooperationJapanKiribatiLatin AmericaLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal careMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMarine and inland water transportationMarshall IslandsMental healthMicronesiaMilitary assistance, sales, and agreementsMilitary personnel and dependentsNational and community serviceNatural disastersNew ZealandOceaniaPalauPapua New GuineaPeace CorpsRefugees, asylum, displaced personsRule of law and government transparencySanctionsSex offensesSmuggling and traffickingSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSouth KoreaSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusTongaTransportation safety and securityTuvaluUnited KingdomU.S. and foreign investmentsVeterans' medical careVisas and passportsWomen's healthWorld health