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Preventing Terrorist Sympathizers from Appeasing Terrorists Act

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7354

Bill 117 HR 7354, also known as the Preventing Terrorist Sympathizers from Appeasing Terrorists Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to prevent individuals who sympathize with terrorist organizations from providing support or appeasement to these groups.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a task force to identify and monitor individuals who have expressed sympathy or support for terrorist organizations. This task force would work closely with law enforcement agencies to prevent these individuals from engaging in activities that could aid terrorist groups.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased penalties for individuals found to be providing material support to terrorist organizations. This includes harsher punishments for those who knowingly provide funds, weapons, or other resources to these groups. Furthermore, the bill includes measures to enhance information sharing between government agencies and international partners in order to better track and prevent terrorist activities. This would involve improved coordination and communication to ensure that individuals with ties to terrorist organizations are identified and monitored effectively. Overall, the Preventing Terrorist Sympathizers from Appeasing Terrorists Act aims to strengthen national security efforts by targeting individuals who sympathize with terrorist organizations and take action to support them. It emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to prevent terrorist activities and protect the safety of the American people.

Congressional Summary of HR 7354

Preventing Terrorist Sympathizers from Appeasing Terrorists Act

This bill prohibits the revocation of the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a foreign terrorist organization except by a joint resolution of Congress. Currently, the Department of State may revoke such a designation.

Such a designation carries various legal effects. For example, it is unlawful to knowingly provide material support to such an organization. Furthermore, a member of such an organization is barred from entering the United States if the member is a non-U.S. national (an alien under federal law).

Current Status of Bill HR 7354

Bill HR 7354 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 1, 2022. Bill HR 7354 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 1, 2022.  Bill HR 7354's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7354

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7354

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7354

Preventing Terrorist Sympathizers from Appeasing Terrorists Act
Preventing Terrorist Sympathizers from Appeasing Terrorists Act
To limit the revocation and rescission of the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a foreign terrorist organization, and for other purposes.

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