Affirming the partnership between the United States and Denmark and Greenland.

Sponsor: Ro Khanna (Democratic-CA)January 15, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Congress would affirm US respect for Greenland's sovereignty and its own power over military force.

This resolution would formally state that the U.S. respects Greenland's sovereignty as part of Denmark. It would also clarify that Congress must approve any change to Greenland's status or any U.S. military action there. This aims to counter recent suggestions about acquiring Greenland and reinforce alliances.

What Would Change

Today, the U.S. has a close partnership with Denmark and Greenland, but recent executive branch statements have suggested acquiring Greenland, potentially with military force. After this bill, the U.S. Government would formally affirm its respect for Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland and commit to strengthening cooperation. Any change to Greenland's status or use of U.S. military force would explicitly require Congressional approval and compliance with treaties.

Key Provisions

Affirms the United States Government would respect the sovereignty of Denmark, including Greenland, as required by existing treaties.
Requires any change to Greenland's status or any use of U.S. military force there to follow treaty rules and get Congress's approval.
States the United States should continue to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation with Denmark and Greenland through partnership.
Declares the Arctic is most secure when the United States leads through cooperation with allies instead of using pressure.

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Affirming the partnership between the United States and Denmark and Greenland.

What Would Change

Key Provisions

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