Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2024

12/16/2024, 7:26 PM
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10255, titled "To provide the United States Government with additional tools to deter state and non-state actors from wrongfully detaining United States nationals for political leverage, and for other purposes," aims to address the issue of wrongful detention of US nationals by foreign entities for political reasons.

The bill seeks to provide the US government with enhanced tools to deter both state and non-state actors from engaging in such actions. It includes provisions for increased diplomatic efforts, sanctions, and other measures to hold accountable those responsible for the wrongful detention of US citizens.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination and communication between various US government agencies involved in addressing cases of wrongful detention. It also includes provisions for increased support for the families of detained US nationals, including access to information and assistance in navigating the legal and diplomatic processes. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10255 seeks to strengthen the US government's ability to protect its citizens from being unlawfully detained for political purposes and to hold accountable those responsible for such actions.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10255

Introduced on
2024-11-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/22/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10255, titled "To provide the United States Government with additional tools to deter state and non-state actors from wrongfully detaining United States nationals for political leverage, and for other purposes," aims to address the issue of wrongful detention of US nationals by foreign entities for political reasons.

The bill seeks to provide the US government with enhanced tools to deter both state and non-state actors from engaging in such actions. It includes provisions for increased diplomatic efforts, sanctions, and other measures to hold accountable those responsible for the wrongful detention of US citizens.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination and communication between various US government agencies involved in addressing cases of wrongful detention. It also includes provisions for increased support for the families of detained US nationals, including access to information and assistance in navigating the legal and diplomatic processes. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10255 seeks to strengthen the US government's ability to protect its citizens from being unlawfully detained for political purposes and to hold accountable those responsible for such actions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide the United States Government with additional tools to deter state and non-state actors from wrongfully detaining United States nationals for political leverage, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
AG
Aubree Godfrey
@nopale_calabrese_cilantro29061
Ugh, like, what even is this new bill about wrongful detention? I heard about it on the news but I'm so confused. They're saying it's supposed to protect people from being held without cause, but like, how do we know if it's actually gonna work? And ...

APPROVED
LR
Leland Rollins
@jicama_buknu_fingerroot23495
Seems like this bill is trying to make sure nobody messes with us Americans. Good luck to anyone who tries! #dontmesswithus #HRBill10255

APPROVED
SL
Stanley Levine
@nutmeg_sweet_potato_amaranth10542
This bill is so stupid, it's gonna mess everything up for us regular folks. Why do they always gotta make things so complicated? It's gonna screw us over big time. Who even comes up with this crap? This is gonna affect all of us in a bad way.

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/22/2024
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as f...