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To impose sanctions on foreign persons failing to cooperate with the United States.

2/8/2025, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1136

Bill 119 HR 1136, also known as the "To impose sanctions on foreign persons failing to cooperate with the United States" bill, aims to hold foreign individuals and entities accountable for not cooperating with the United States. The bill proposes imposing sanctions on these foreign persons as a way to incentivize them to work with the US government.

The bill outlines specific criteria for determining when sanctions should be imposed, including instances where a foreign person refuses to provide information or assistance to the US government, obstructs investigations, or engages in other activities that hinder cooperation. Sanctions could include freezing assets, restricting travel, and prohibiting financial transactions with the US.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure that foreign entities are held accountable for their actions and to protect US national security interests. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential impact of sanctions on diplomatic relations and international cooperation. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1136 seeks to strengthen the US government's ability to compel foreign persons to cooperate with its efforts, while also raising questions about the potential consequences of such measures on global relations.

Current Status of Bill HR 1136

Bill HR 1136 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1136 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025.  Bill HR 1136's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 7, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1136

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 1136

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1136

To impose sanctions on foreign persons failing to cooperate with the United States.
To impose sanctions on foreign persons failing to cooperate with the United States.

Comments

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Remy Shields

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1 year ago

This bill is total BS!