HR 283
Panama Canal Repurchase Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:58 AM
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Bill overview
This bill allows the President to negotiate with Panama to potentially buy back the Panama Canal from Panama. The President would work with the Secretary of State to pursue this option and must provide Congress with regular updates on the negotiations, any obstacles encountered, and expected results. This legislation aims to explore the possibility of the United States regaining control of the canal.
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Dusty [R-SD-At Large] Johnson
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