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Support International Criminal Investigations for Ukraine Act

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7583

Bill 117 hr 7583, also known as the Support International Criminal Investigations for Ukraine Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to support international efforts to investigate and prosecute individuals responsible for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide in Ukraine.

The bill authorizes the US government to provide assistance to international organizations, such as the International Criminal Court (ICC), in their investigations and prosecutions related to these crimes in Ukraine. It also calls for the US to work with other countries to ensure that those responsible for these atrocities are held accountable.

Additionally, the bill requires the US government to report to Congress on its efforts to support international criminal investigations in Ukraine. This includes providing information on any assistance provided, as well as updates on the progress of these investigations. Overall, the Support International Criminal Investigations for Ukraine Act aims to promote justice and accountability for the grave human rights violations that have occurred in Ukraine. It underscores the US government's commitment to upholding international law and ensuring that those responsible for these crimes are brought to justice.

Congressional Summary of HR 7583

Support International Criminal Investigations for Ukraine Act

This bill repeals a provision that prohibits using federal funds to support the International Criminal Court (ICC). Specifically, the provision prohibits such funding unless the United States becomes a party to the ICC pursuant to a treaty.

Current Status of Bill HR 7583

Bill HR 7583 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 26, 2022. Bill HR 7583 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 26, 2022.  Bill HR 7583's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 26, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7583

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7583

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional oversight
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- Evidence and witnesses
- International law and treaties
- International organizations and cooperation
- Jurisdiction and venue
- Military operations and strategy
- Russia
- Ukraine
- War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7583

Support International Criminal Investigations for Ukraine Act
Support International Criminal Investigations for Ukraine Act
To allow funding for the International Criminal Court, require the Secretary of State to submit a report on United States policy relating to the investigation of the International Criminal Court with respect to the Situation in Ukraine, and for other purposes.

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