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Justice for Victims of Torture and Terrorism Act

4/7/2025, 2:51 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5167

Bill 110 hr 5167, also known as the Justice for Victims of Torture and Terrorism Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide justice and support for victims of torture and terrorism.

The bill includes provisions that would allow victims of torture and terrorism to seek compensation and damages from the perpetrators of these heinous acts. It also aims to hold accountable those who have committed such acts, whether they are individuals, organizations, or even foreign governments.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve the coordination and communication between various government agencies involved in investigating and prosecuting cases of torture and terrorism. This includes providing resources and training for law enforcement and other officials to better handle these types of cases. Overall, the Justice for Victims of Torture and Terrorism Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to provide justice and support for victims of these horrific acts. It emphasizes accountability, compensation, and improved coordination among government agencies to ensure that those responsible for torture and terrorism are held accountable for their actions.

Current Status of Bill HR 5167

Bill HR 5167 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 29, 2008. Bill HR 5167 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the House on January 29, 2008.  Bill HR 5167's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of September 16, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5167

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5167

Primary Policy Focus

Law

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