Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 396 Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 10:39 PM

Summary of Bill S 396

Bill 118 s 396, also known as the Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting transparency and accountability in Haiti's criminal justice system. The bill seeks to address concerns about corruption and collusion between criminal elements and government officials in Haiti, which have hindered efforts to combat crime and ensure justice for victims.

The key provisions of the bill include requirements for the US Department of State to report on the extent of corruption and collusion in Haiti's criminal justice system, as well as recommendations for how the US government can support efforts to address these issues. The bill also calls for increased support for anti-corruption initiatives in Haiti, including training for law enforcement officials and prosecutors, as well as assistance in strengthening the country's judicial system.

Overall, the Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023 aims to shine a light on the challenges facing Haiti's criminal justice system and provide support for efforts to combat corruption and collusion. By promoting transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to help improve the rule of law in Haiti and ensure that justice is served for all.

Congressional Summary of S 396

Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of State to provide an annual report to Congress on ties between criminal gangs and political and economic elites in Haiti. The bill also requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on certain individuals identified in the report if appropriate under U.S. law.

Among other things, the report must (1) identify prominent criminal gangs in Haiti, (2) list Haitian political and economic elites that have links to criminal gangs, (3) assess how collusion between Haitian political and economic elites and criminal gangs threatens the Haitian people and U.S. national interests, and (4) assess what actions the governments of the United States and Haiti could take to address those threats.

The President may waive sanctions in certain circumstances.

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Current Status of Bill S 396

Bill S 396 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2023. Bill S 396 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 13, 2023. Bill S 396's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 47. as of May 4, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 396

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 396

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Caribbean area

- Congressional oversight

- Foreign aid and international relief

- Government ethics and transparency, public corruption

- Government information and archives

- Haiti

- Human rights

- Organized crime

- Sanctions

- Visas and passports

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 396

Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023

A bill to require the Secretary of State to submit an annual report to Congress regarding the ties between criminal gangs and political and economic elites in Haiti and impose sanctions on political and economic elites involved in such criminal activities.