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Extension of National Emergency Regarding Weapons of Mass Destruction

Original title: Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction

November 7, 2024

National Security Foreign Policy Weapons Proliferation Executive Orders

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The Frame

What this does

This action ensures that the U.S. government retains the necessary legal tools to address ongoing global security threats related to the spread of dangerous weapons.

What changed

Last recorded activity November 7, 2024.

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Summary

President Biden has extended the national emergency concerning the threat posed by the spread of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons for another year. This action maintains existing authorities to combat the proliferation of these weapons and their delivery systems.

Why It Matters

This action ensures that the U.S. government retains the necessary legal tools to address ongoing global security threats related to the spread of dangerous weapons.

Key Facts

The national emergency regarding weapons of mass destruction was originally declared on November 14, 1994.
The emergency is extended for one year beyond November 14, 2024.
The extension is authorized under section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act.