To require a strategy to oppose financial or material support by foreign countries and nongovernmental organizations to the Taliban, and for other purposes.

1/15/2025, 9:05 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 119 hr 260, also known as the "Opposing Taliban Support Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main objective of this bill is to require the development of a strategy to counter any financial or material support provided by foreign countries and nongovernmental organizations to the Taliban, a militant group in Afghanistan.

The bill aims to address the issue of external support that may be fueling the activities of the Taliban, which has been a major destabilizing force in Afghanistan for many years. By requiring the development of a strategy to oppose such support, the bill seeks to weaken the Taliban and enhance the security and stability of Afghanistan.

In addition to addressing foreign support to the Taliban, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to countering terrorism and promoting peace and security in the region. These provisions may include measures to enhance cooperation with international partners, strengthen diplomatic efforts, and support the Afghan government in its efforts to combat terrorism. Overall, Bill 119 hr 260 is aimed at addressing the issue of external support to the Taliban and promoting peace and security in Afghanistan. It underscores the importance of countering terrorism and supporting the Afghan government in its efforts to combat militant groups like the Taliban.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 260

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# 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 House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 119 hr 260, also known as the "Opposing Taliban Support Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main objective of this bill is to require the development of a strategy to counter any financial or material support provided by foreign countries and nongovernmental organizations to the Taliban, a militant group in Afghanistan.

The bill aims to address the issue of external support that may be fueling the activities of the Taliban, which has been a major destabilizing force in Afghanistan for many years. By requiring the development of a strategy to oppose such support, the bill seeks to weaken the Taliban and enhance the security and stability of Afghanistan.

In addition to addressing foreign support to the Taliban, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to countering terrorism and promoting peace and security in the region. These provisions may include measures to enhance cooperation with international partners, strengthen diplomatic efforts, and support the Afghan government in its efforts to combat terrorism. Overall, Bill 119 hr 260 is aimed at addressing the issue of external support to the Taliban and promoting peace and security in Afghanistan. It underscores the importance of countering terrorism and supporting the Afghan government in its efforts to combat militant groups like the Taliban.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require a strategy to oppose financial or material support by foreign countries and nongovernmental organizations to the Taliban, and for other purposes.

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Alan McCall
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I wonder how this bill will impact us here in Hawaii.

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Latest Action1/9/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.