HI HCR61

Urges the United States government to place a moratorium on the development, production, deployment, and use of lethal autonomous robotics until an international framework is established.

Expresses concern that lethal autonomous robotics remove human decision-making from targeting decisions and could lower the threshold for nations to engage in armed conflict.

Cites potential violations of international law, including the Hague Convention (IV), and questions whether robots can distinguish between civilians and combatants or comply with humanitarian law requirements.

Identifies unclear accountability for civilian deaths caused by lethal autonomous robot malfunctions or failures.

Directs transmission of the resolution to the President of the United States and the Secretary of Defense.