United States Commitment to Peacekeeping Act of 2023

HR 4169 repeals the 25% cap on U.S. contributions to United Nations peacekeeping operations, which has caused over $1.28 billion in unpaid arrears since 2017. The bill directly affects U.S. financial obligations to the UN, requiring full payment of assessed contributions to restore U.S. influence and address funding shortfalls impacting peacekeeping missions. Key mechanisms include removing the statutory cap (repealing Section 404 of the 1994 Foreign Relations Authorization Act) and mandating reports on U.S. efforts to advance UN peacekeeping reforms. These reforms include promoting gender equality in peacekeeping, improving accountability for misconduct, and strengthening mission transitions.