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HR586: Calling for the restoration of power-sharing in Northern Ireland.

: Michael Lawler (R-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jul 13, 2023
International affairs
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Calling for the restoration of power-sharing in Northern Ireland.

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This bill calls for the restoration of power-sharing government in Northern Ireland, where political parties share executive authority. Power-sharing collapsed in Northern Ireland's government when the largest party withdrew, disrupting how the region is governed. The bill expresses the position that power-sharing should resume. It is currently in the introduced stage, meaning it has been formally submitted but not yet assigned to a for review.

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