Syria Detainee and Displaced Persons Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:59:23Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4078 Syria Detainee and Displaced Persons Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4078

Bill 118 hr 4078, also known as the Syria Detainee and Displaced Persons Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the humanitarian crisis in Syria. The bill focuses on providing assistance to detainees and displaced persons in Syria, who have been severely impacted by the ongoing conflict in the region.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a special envoy for detainees and displaced persons in Syria, who will be responsible for coordinating US efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the conflict. The bill also calls for the US government to work with international partners to ensure the safe and voluntary return of displaced persons to their homes in Syria.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to hold the Syrian government accountable for human rights abuses and violations of international law. It calls for the imposition of sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for such abuses, and for the US government to support efforts to bring those responsible to justice. Overall, the Syria Detainee and Displaced Persons Act aims to address the urgent humanitarian needs of detainees and displaced persons in Syria, while also working to hold accountable those responsible for the ongoing crisis in the region.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4078

Bill HR 4078 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2023. Bill HR 4078 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 13, 2023. Bill HR 4078's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 13, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4078

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International Affairs

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Conflicts and warsCongressional oversightCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationDetention of personsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadFederal officialsForeign aid and international reliefHuman rightsInternational law and treatiesInternational organizations and cooperationMiddle EastRefugees, asylum, displaced personsSyriaTerrorism

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4078

Syria Detainee and Displaced Persons ActSyria Detainee and Displaced Persons ActTo amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 to modify the establishment of a coordinator for detained ISIS members and relevant displaced populations in Syria, and for other purposes.

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