Atrocity Accountability Act

8/15/2023, 1:45 PM

Atrocity Accountability Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to review risks related to its provision of security assistance to certain countries identified as being at high or medium risk for atrocities.

Bill 117 HR 8664, also known as the Atrocity Accountability Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to hold individuals accountable for committing atrocities, such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide.

The Atrocity Accountability Act seeks to establish a framework for investigating and prosecuting individuals who are responsible for these heinous acts. It would create a special unit within the Department of Justice dedicated to investigating and prosecuting individuals who have committed atrocities.

Additionally, the bill would provide resources and support for international efforts to hold perpetrators of atrocities accountable. This includes working with international organizations and foreign governments to ensure that those responsible for these crimes are brought to justice. Overall, the Atrocity Accountability Act aims to ensure that individuals who commit atrocities are held accountable for their actions, and that justice is served for the victims of these horrific crimes. It is an important piece of legislation that seeks to uphold human rights and prevent future atrocities from occurring.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 8664

Introduced on
2022-08-05

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/5/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Atrocity Accountability Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to review risks related to its provision of security assistance to certain countries identified as being at high or medium risk for atrocities.

Bill 117 HR 8664, also known as the Atrocity Accountability Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to hold individuals accountable for committing atrocities, such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide.

The Atrocity Accountability Act seeks to establish a framework for investigating and prosecuting individuals who are responsible for these heinous acts. It would create a special unit within the Department of Justice dedicated to investigating and prosecuting individuals who have committed atrocities.

Additionally, the bill would provide resources and support for international efforts to hold perpetrators of atrocities accountable. This includes working with international organizations and foreign governments to ensure that those responsible for these crimes are brought to justice. Overall, the Atrocity Accountability Act aims to ensure that individuals who commit atrocities are held accountable for their actions, and that justice is served for the victims of these horrific crimes. It is an important piece of legislation that seeks to uphold human rights and prevent future atrocities from occurring.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Secretary of Defense to review security assistance provided to certain countries identified as being at risk for the commission of atrocities, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary8/15/2023

Atrocity Accountability Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to review risks related to its provision of security assistance to certain countries identified as being at high or medium risk for atrocities.


Latest Action8/5/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.