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Compensation for the Victims of State Misrepresentations to the World Health Organization Act of 2023
1/24/2024, 5:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1519
Bill 118 HR 1519, also known as the Compensation for the Victims of State Misrepresentations to the World Health Organization Act of 2023, aims to provide compensation to individuals who have been negatively impacted by a state's misrepresentations to the World Health Organization (WHO). The bill seeks to address situations where a state has provided false or misleading information to the WHO, resulting in harm to individuals or communities.
The bill outlines a process for individuals to file claims for compensation, including requirements for documentation and evidence of harm. It also establishes a fund to provide financial assistance to those who have been affected by state misrepresentations to the WHO.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for holding states accountable for their actions, including potential sanctions or penalties for providing false information to the WHO. It also calls for increased transparency and accountability in reporting to international organizations like the WHO. Overall, Bill 118 HR 1519 aims to ensure that individuals who have been harmed by state misrepresentations to the WHO receive the compensation they deserve, while also promoting honesty and integrity in reporting to international organizations.
The bill outlines a process for individuals to file claims for compensation, including requirements for documentation and evidence of harm. It also establishes a fund to provide financial assistance to those who have been affected by state misrepresentations to the WHO.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for holding states accountable for their actions, including potential sanctions or penalties for providing false information to the WHO. It also calls for increased transparency and accountability in reporting to international organizations like the WHO. Overall, Bill 118 HR 1519 aims to ensure that individuals who have been harmed by state misrepresentations to the WHO receive the compensation they deserve, while also promoting honesty and integrity in reporting to international organizations.
Congressional Summary of HR 1519
Compensation for the Victims of State Misrepresentations to the World Health Organization Act of 2023
This bill revises an exception to the jurisdictional immunity of a foreign state to allow an action seeking money damages against a foreign state for personal injury, death, or other damage resulting from certain misrepresentations related to infectious disease made by the state to the World Health Organization.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1519
Bill HR 1519 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2023. Bill HR 1519 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2023. Bill HR 1519's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1519
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1519
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1519
Compensation for the Victims of State Misrepresentations to the World Health Organization Act of 2023
Compensation for the Victims of State Misrepresentations to the World Health Organization Act of 2023
To provide justice for victims of foreign state misrepresentation to the World Health Organization, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1519
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