Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 2935

Bill 118 s 2935, also known as the Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of prohibiting any form of normalization of relations with the Assad regime in Syria. The bill specifically targets any individual, organization, or government entity that engages in activities that would legitimize or support the Assad regime.

The bill outlines various measures to achieve this goal, including imposing sanctions on individuals and entities that provide financial or material support to the Assad regime, prohibiting the transfer of technology or weapons to the regime, and restricting diplomatic engagement with the regime.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased support for Syrian civil society organizations and opposition groups, as well as efforts to hold the Assad regime accountable for human rights abuses and violations of international law. Overall, the Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023 seeks to isolate and pressure the Assad regime in order to promote democracy, human rights, and stability in Syria.

Current Status of Bill S 2935

Bill S 2935 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2023. Bill S 2935 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 27, 2023.  Bill S 2935's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of September 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2935

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2935

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2935

Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act of 2023A bill to prohibit any official action to recognize or normalize relations with any Government of Syria that is led by Bashar al-Assad.
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