S.Res. 669

Passed Senate

A resolution condemning the use of hunger as a weapon of war and recognizing the effect of conflict on global food security and famine.

Introduced 6/9/2022•117th Congress•Senate

Latest Action

Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3528; text: CR S3528)

7/20/2022 • Senate

Summary

This resolution condemns the use of hunger, including the starvation of civilians, as a weapon of warfare. It also calls on the U.S. government to prioritize diplomatic efforts to call out and address instances where hunger and intentional deprivation of food is being utilized as a weapon of war, including through efforts to ensure that security operations minimize civilian harm and do not undermine livelihoods of civilian populations.

Passed Senate • 7/20/2022

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: International Affairs

Agricultural marketing and promotionConflicts and warsCurrencyDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadFarmlandFood assistance and reliefFood industry and servicesFood supply, safety, and labelingHuman rightsLivestockNutrition and dietSanctionsWater use and supply