Defending American Property Abroad Act

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
Bill 118 hr 8411, also known as the Defending American Property Abroad Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect American citizens and their property from harm or damage while they are abroad.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a task force within the Department of State to monitor and respond to threats against American property overseas. This task force would work closely with foreign governments and international organizations to ensure the safety and security of American assets.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased cooperation between the US government and foreign law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting individuals who commit crimes against American property abroad. This includes providing training and resources to foreign officials to better address these issues. Furthermore, the bill includes measures to enhance the security of American embassies and consulates in high-risk areas, as well as provisions for assisting American citizens in recovering damages or losses resulting from attacks on their property. Overall, the Defending American Property Abroad Act aims to strengthen the protection of American interests overseas and ensure that US citizens are able to conduct business and travel safely in foreign countries. It is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 8411
Introduced on
2024-05-15
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
Bill 118 hr 8411, also known as the Defending American Property Abroad Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect American citizens and their property from harm or damage while they are abroad.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a task force within the Department of State to monitor and respond to threats against American property overseas. This task force would work closely with foreign governments and international organizations to ensure the safety and security of American assets.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased cooperation between the US government and foreign law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting individuals who commit crimes against American property abroad. This includes providing training and resources to foreign officials to better address these issues. Furthermore, the bill includes measures to enhance the security of American embassies and consulates in high-risk areas, as well as provisions for assisting American citizens in recovering damages or losses resulting from attacks on their property. Overall, the Defending American Property Abroad Act aims to strengthen the protection of American interests overseas and ensure that US citizens are able to conduct business and travel safely in foreign countries. It is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo establish prohibitions with respect to vessels loaded or previously held at ports, harbors, or marine terminals in certain Western Hemisphere countries and with respect to which land owned, held, or controlled directly or indirectly by United States persons that is necessary to access the ports, harbors, marine terminals, or relevant port infrastructure has been nationalized, forcibly limited, or expropriated by the governments of such countries, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Foreign Trade and International Finance

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.