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HR 4179ih: Strengthening International Law to Combat Wrongful Detention
https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-119hr4179ih
The HR 4179ih bill aims to strengthen international law and combat wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad. The legislation was introduced on [Date] in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration.
Key Provisions of the Bill
- Designates certain countries as “State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention”
- Limits the provision of assistance to these countries under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and other relevant laws
- Authorizes visa restrictions, inadmissibilities, and sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for wrongful detention
- Establishes a system for reporting and tracking information on these countries
“The HR 4179ih bill is a crucial step towards protecting the rights of American citizens abroad. It provides much-needed tools to combat the rising threat of wrongful detention and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.” – [Your Name]
Section 1: Purpose and Scope
The purpose of this Act is to strengthen international law and combat the growing trend of wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad.
“The HR 4179ih bill is a vital measure to protect American citizens abroad from the scourge of wrongful detention. We urge Congress to pass this legislation without delay.” – [Your Name]
Section 2: Definitions and Terminology
The following terms have the meanings set forth in section of this Act:
- (1) “State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention” means a country designated as such under section 3
- (2) “Wrongful detention” has the meaning given in section 4 of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act.
Section 3: Designation of Countries as State Sponsors
The Secretary of State shall designate a country as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention if the country’s government has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism or has engaged in wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad.
Section 4: Inadmissibility and Visa Restrictions
The Secretary of State may, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and other relevant officials, determine that a country’s government has violated the requirements of section 3
- has provided material support to acts of international terrorism; or
- has engaged in wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad.
The Secretary of State shall notify Congress and the public of any such determination.
Section 5: Sanctions and Penalties
Any person who intentionally provides material support to acts of international terrorism, or engages in wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad, shall be subject to sanctions and penalties under this Act.
Section 6: Effective Date
This section shall take effect on the date that is [number] months after the date of enactment of this Act.
Amendments to Other Laws
The following amendments are made to other laws:
- Section 1 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101)
- Section 1 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151)
- Section 1 of the Arms Export Control Act of 1976 (22 U.S.C. 2751)
Repeal of Other Provisions
The following provisions are repealed:
- Section 4 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1183)
- Section 5 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371)
Congressional Review and Oversight
The following provisions are made for congressional review and oversight:
- Annual report to Congress on the implementation of this Act
- Congressional hearings on the effectiveness of this Act
Effective Date
This section shall take effect on the date that is [number] months after the date of enactment of this Act.
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