To provide for the treatment of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as an international organization for purposes of the International Organizations Immunities Act, and for other purposes.
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Mr. Castro of Texas (for himself, Mrs. Kim of California, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Extends the privileges and immunities of the International Organizations Immunities Act to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), treating it like other international organizations in which the U.S. participates.
Who Benefits and How
ASEAN gains legal status and immunities in the U.S. similar to other international organizations. U.S.-ASEAN relations are enhanced. ASEAN operations in U.S. are facilitated.
Who Bears the Burden and How
No significant burdens. Extends existing framework to ASEAN.
Key Provisions
- Extends IOIA provisions to ASEAN
- Same manner, extent, and conditions as other international organizations
- Covers U.S. participation via treaty or congressional authorization
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Extends international organization immunities to ASEAN
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Formalize U.S.-ASEAN relationship through legal status"
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