Glenn Thompson (R-PA)
Reaffirming German-American friendship and supporting continued cooperation between the United States and Germany.
A Republican resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution aims to reaffirm the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Germany. It highlights the historical and cultural bonds shared by both nations, including the contributions of Americans of German origin. The text notes significant economic ties, including job creation and foreign direct investment. Additionally, it recognizes the shared political interests regarding global security, the defense of democracy in Ukraine, and solidarity with Israel. Finally, the resolution seeks to recognize the importance of the alliance in promoting economic prosperity and protecting common values.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +8
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The text explicitly focuses on maintaining and strengthening the close political alliance and cooperation between the United States and Germany.
- Scored +5
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution highlights the benefits of the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program for improving the career skills of youth.
- Scored +5
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution celebrates the youth exchange program which provides formal study and work experience to participants.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Prosperity and Employment: The text notes that German companies accounted for about 885,000 jobs in the United States in 2021, which contributes to economic prosperity (Whereas clause regarding trading partners).
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Youth Development and Skill Building: The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program has helped almost 28,000 American and German youth improve their career skills through formal study and work experience (Whereas clause regarding the 42d anniversary).
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Global Security and Shared Values: The alliance works toward protecting and defending security, freedom, and common values, such as human rights and democracy (Resolution section 1).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The resolution celebrates the youth exchange program which provides formal study and work experience to participants. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the benefits of the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program for improving the career skills of youth. Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution notes the significant role of German companies and foreign direct investment in the US economy.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The text explicitly focuses on maintaining and strengthening the close political alliance and cooperation between the United States and Germany. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The resolution notes Germany is an important trading partner and emphasizes deep economic ties and foreign direct investment between the two nations.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution highlights that German companies represent a significant employer in the United States, accounting for approximately 885,000 jobs. Is this likely to grow the economy? — The text emphasizes the importance of the alliance in expanding and deepening economic prosperity for the United States and Europe.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution highlights the long-standing Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program which provides educational and career skill-building opportunities. Does this reduce what student borrowers owe or repay? — The resolution highlights the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program which facilitates formal study and work experience for youth.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution emphasizes a shared commitment to human rights and democratic values.
- 9/30/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
William KeatingDemocrat · Massachusetts