Wesley Bell (D-MO)
Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Missouri-Panama State Partnership Program and celebrating the enduring partnership between the State of Missouri and the Republic of Panama.
A Democratic resolution with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 4 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution marks the 30th anniversary of the Missouri-Panama State Partnership Program. It celebrates the long-standing relationship between the State of Missouri and the Republic of Panama. The text highlights decades of military-to-military cooperation, regional security, and disaster preparedness. It also notes growing ties in education, public health, agriculture, and trade. Finally, the House of Representatives formally commends the groups involved and encourages continued collaboration.
Yes· 3 of 19
- Scored +8
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?
Celebrates 30 years of cooperation and reaffirms commitment to Western Hemisphere partnerships.
- Scored +7
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
Strengthens an enduring military and diplomatic partnership between the US and Panama.
- Scored +6
Would business owners be better off under this?
Facilitates exports and trade opportunities for Missouri business owners.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Businesses and Workers: Trade between Missouri and Panama supports local businesses, farmers, manufacturers, and workers by creating opportunities for economic cooperation and investment. This is noted in the preamble where it discusses Missouri exporting goods like food, machinery, chemicals, and transportation equipment to Panama.
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Educational and Cultural Growth: Colleges and universities in Missouri have developed partnerships with Panamanian institutions. According to the text, these connections create opportunities for student exchanges, academic collaboration, workforce development, research, and cultural understanding.
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Improved Security and Disaster Response: Through the partnership, the Missouri National Guard and Panamanian public forces have participated in joint training and humanitarian missions. The text states that these activities have strengthened regional security, enhanced disaster preparedness, and improved emergency response capabilities.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Found: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Facilitates exports and trade opportunities for Missouri business owners. Would farmers be better off under this? — Directly mentions that trade supports Missouri farmers through exports. Would students be better off under this? — Provides opportunities for student exchanges and academic collaboration. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Creates student exchange and workforce development opportunities. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Strengthens ties and cooperation with a Latin American partner (Panama). Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Beneficial for rural farmers and manufacturers in Missouri. Would union members be better off under this? — Trade and economic cooperation support Missouri workers.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — Celebrates 30 years of cooperation and reaffirms commitment to Western Hemisphere partnerships. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Strengthens an enduring military and diplomatic partnership between the US and Panama. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — Recognizes the importance of the Panama Canal and bilateral trade for Missouri. Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — Explicitly mentions expanding cybersecurity cooperation between the partners.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — Promotes trade and investment between Missouri and Panama, benefiting producers and exporters. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Supports Missouri businesses and exporters through increased trade with Panama. Is this likely to create jobs? — Trade and economic cooperation between Missouri and Panama support workers and create business opportunities.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — Enhances disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities through joint training. Does this invest in rural communities? — Trade benefits Missouri farmers and agricultural exports.
- Healthcare
- Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak? — Collaboration in emergency management and disaster response improves public health readiness. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The partnership has fostered collaboration in public health.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — Partnerships between universities create opportunities for research collaboration.
- 9/10/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
Mark AlfordRepublican · Missouri
Emanuel CleaverDemocrat · Missouri
Sam GravesRepublican · Missouri
Ann WagnerRepublican · Missouri