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US-Japan-ROK Trilateral Cooperation Act

USA119th CongressHR-3429| House 
| Updated: 7/22/2025
Ami Bera

Ami Bera

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (20)
Adrian Smith (Republican)Kimberlyn King-Hinds (Republican)Ed Case (Democratic)Zachary Nunn (Republican)James R. Walkinshaw (Democratic)Young Kim (Republican)Ted Lieu (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Joaquin Castro (Democratic)Joe Wilson (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Gregory W. Meeks (Democratic)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Gerald E. Connolly (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill seeks to establish a formal inter-parliamentary dialogue to enhance trilateral cooperation between the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. It reflects a Sense of Congress that strengthening this partnership is crucial for addressing regional challenges and promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. The legislation emphasizes building upon the historic Camp David summit of 2023, which marked a new era of trilateral partnership and commitment to regional security and prosperity. To achieve this, the bill directs the Secretary of State to negotiate a written agreement with Japan and the Republic of Korea within 180 days to establish the US-Japan-ROK Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue . Once established, a United States Group will be formed, comprising up to eight Members of Congress, with specific appointments from both chambers and relevant foreign affairs committees. This group is mandated to meet at least annually with legislative representatives from Japan and the Republic of Korea to sustain and deepen engagement on a full spectrum of issues. The bill outlines the operational structure, including a two-year term for members and a rotating Chairperson and Vice Chairperson between the House and Senate delegations. Meetings can occur in the United States, abroad, or virtually, ensuring flexibility for ongoing engagement. Furthermore, the group must submit an annual report detailing its expenditures to relevant congressional committees.
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Timeline
May 15, 2025
Introduced in House
May 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jul 22, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 3.
Jul 22, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • May 15, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • July 22, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 3.


  • July 22, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

International Affairs

Advisory bodiesAsiaCongressional oversightInternational organizations and cooperationJapanMembers of CongressSouth Korea

US-Japan-ROK Trilateral Cooperation Act

USA119th CongressHR-3429| House 
| Updated: 7/22/2025
This bill seeks to establish a formal inter-parliamentary dialogue to enhance trilateral cooperation between the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. It reflects a Sense of Congress that strengthening this partnership is crucial for addressing regional challenges and promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region. The legislation emphasizes building upon the historic Camp David summit of 2023, which marked a new era of trilateral partnership and commitment to regional security and prosperity. To achieve this, the bill directs the Secretary of State to negotiate a written agreement with Japan and the Republic of Korea within 180 days to establish the US-Japan-ROK Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue . Once established, a United States Group will be formed, comprising up to eight Members of Congress, with specific appointments from both chambers and relevant foreign affairs committees. This group is mandated to meet at least annually with legislative representatives from Japan and the Republic of Korea to sustain and deepen engagement on a full spectrum of issues. The bill outlines the operational structure, including a two-year term for members and a rotating Chairperson and Vice Chairperson between the House and Senate delegations. Meetings can occur in the United States, abroad, or virtually, ensuring flexibility for ongoing engagement. Furthermore, the group must submit an annual report detailing its expenditures to relevant congressional committees.
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Timeline
May 15, 2025
Introduced in House
May 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jul 22, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 3.
Jul 22, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • May 15, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • July 22, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 3.


  • July 22, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Ami Bera

Ami Bera

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (20)
Adrian Smith (Republican)Kimberlyn King-Hinds (Republican)Ed Case (Democratic)Zachary Nunn (Republican)James R. Walkinshaw (Democratic)Young Kim (Republican)Ted Lieu (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Joaquin Castro (Democratic)Joe Wilson (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Gregory W. Meeks (Democratic)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Gerald E. Connolly (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advisory bodiesAsiaCongressional oversightInternational organizations and cooperationJapanMembers of CongressSouth Korea