Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2024-12-16T19:26:49Z

Explore the details of House Bill 10255 Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/16/2024, 7:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10255

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.

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Current Status of Bill HR 10255

Bill HR 10255 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 22, 2024. Bill HR 10255 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 22, 2024. Bill HR 10255's most recent activity was 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. as of November 22, 2024

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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.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.

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