No Terrorists on U.S. Soil Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 979 No Terrorists on U.S. Soil Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/18/2024, 5:57 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 979

No Terrorists on U.S. Soil Act of 2023

This bill extends the prohibition on the use of Department of Defense (DOD) funds for certain purposes related to the U.S. Naval Station in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

The bill extends through December 31, 2024, the prohibition on using DOD funds to transfer or release to or within the United States (or its territories or possessions) detainees who (1) are not U.S. citizens or members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and (2) are or were held by DOD on or after January 20, 2009, at Guantanamo.

The bill also extends through December 31, 2024, the prohibition on the use of DOD funds to construct or modify any facility in the United States (or its territories or possessions) to house any individual transferred from Guantanamo for the purposes of detention or imprisonment by DOD.

Additionally, the bill extends to FY2024 funds the prohibition on the use of certain DOD funds to (1) close or abandon Guantanamo, (2) or relinquish control of Guantanamo to Cuba.

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Current Status of Bill HR 979

Bill HR 979 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 10, 2023. Bill HR 979 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 10, 2023. Bill HR 979's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of February 10, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 979

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 979

No Terrorists on U.S. Soil Act of 2023No Terrorists on U.S. Soil Act of 2023To amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 and the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 to extend certain expiring provisions of law relating to the detention of individuals at United States Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

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