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Justice for American Victims Of Terrorism Act of 2022
12/29/2022, 5:33 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8219
Bill 117 HR 8219, also known as the Justice for American Victims of Terrorism Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide justice and compensation for American victims of terrorism.
The bill aims to establish a fund that will provide financial assistance to American victims of terrorism and their families. This fund will be used to compensate victims for their losses and injuries resulting from acts of terrorism committed against them.
Additionally, the bill seeks to hold accountable those responsible for acts of terrorism against Americans. It includes provisions that allow victims to sue foreign states that have sponsored or supported terrorism. This would enable victims to seek justice through the US court system. Furthermore, the bill aims to strengthen the ability of the US government to combat terrorism and prevent future attacks. It includes measures to enhance cooperation between federal agencies, improve intelligence sharing, and increase resources for counterterrorism efforts. Overall, the Justice for American Victims of Terrorism Act of 2022 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to provide justice and support for American victims of terrorism, hold perpetrators accountable, and enhance national security measures to prevent future attacks.
The bill aims to establish a fund that will provide financial assistance to American victims of terrorism and their families. This fund will be used to compensate victims for their losses and injuries resulting from acts of terrorism committed against them.
Additionally, the bill seeks to hold accountable those responsible for acts of terrorism against Americans. It includes provisions that allow victims to sue foreign states that have sponsored or supported terrorism. This would enable victims to seek justice through the US court system. Furthermore, the bill aims to strengthen the ability of the US government to combat terrorism and prevent future attacks. It includes measures to enhance cooperation between federal agencies, improve intelligence sharing, and increase resources for counterterrorism efforts. Overall, the Justice for American Victims of Terrorism Act of 2022 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to provide justice and support for American victims of terrorism, hold perpetrators accountable, and enhance national security measures to prevent future attacks.
Congressional Summary of HR 8219
Justice for American Victims Of Terrorism Act of 2022
This bill requires certain funds seized from Da Afghanistan Bank pursuant to a February 11, 2022, executive order to be transferred to the U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund, which provides compensation to certain U.S. persons injured in acts of international state-sponsored terrorism.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8219
Bill HR 8219 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2022. Bill HR 8219 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2022. Bill HR 8219's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8219
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
50Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
50Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8219
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8219
Justice for American Victims Of Terrorism Act of 2022
Justice for American Victims Of Terrorism Act of 2022
To transfer certain funds from the Da Afghanistan Bank to the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8219
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