PLO and PA Terror Payments Accountability Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-27T18:56:11Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1710 PLO and PA Terror Payments Accountability Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/27/2025, 6:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1710

Bill 119 hr 1710, also known as the "Palestinian Authority Terrorism Financing Prevention Act," aims to impose sanctions on the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and the Palestinian Authority (PA) for their alleged support of terrorism. The bill specifically targets the system of compensation within these organizations that is believed to fund acts of terrorism.

If passed, this legislation would require the President to impose sanctions on individuals or entities within the PLO and PA who are involved in providing financial support to terrorists or their families. These sanctions could include freezing assets, prohibiting transactions, and denying entry into the United States.

Supporters of the bill argue that by targeting the financial incentives for terrorism, the PLO and PA will be deterred from supporting violent acts against civilians. They believe that this legislation is necessary to hold these organizations accountable for their alleged involvement in terrorism. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it unfairly targets the Palestinian people and could further destabilize the region. They believe that sanctions will only exacerbate tensions and hinder efforts towards peace and reconciliation. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1710 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of terrorism financing within the PLO and PA. Its impact, if passed, remains to be seen.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1710

Bill HR 1710 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1710 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1710's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, 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 February 27, 2025

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To impose sanctions with respect to the system of compensation of the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority that supports acts of terrorism.To impose sanctions with respect to the system of compensation of the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority that supports acts of terrorism.

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