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Afghanistan Accountability Act: Withdrawal Review and Taliban Sanctions.

This proposed law requires a review of intelligence related to the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. It also calls for considering the Taliban as a terrorist group and imposing sanctions on the Taliban and individuals linked to human rights abuses or undermining stability in Afghanistan. It also requires reporting on human rights violations against Americans and Afghans who helped the US.
Key points
Requires a government review of intelligence regarding the Afghanistan withdrawal.
Calls for the State Department to consider designating the Taliban as a foreign terrorist organization.
Mandates financial and travel sanctions on Taliban officials and individuals involved in human rights abuses or instability.
Requires regular reports on human rights violations by the Taliban against US citizens and Afghans who supported the US.
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Print number: 117_HR_5066
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Blake D. [R-UT-1]
Process start date: 2021-08-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Afghanistan Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5066.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a government review of intelligence regarding the Afghanistan withdrawal.
  • Calls for the State Department to consider designating the Taliban as a foreign terrorist organization.
  • Mandates financial and travel sanctions on Taliban officials and individuals involved in human rights abuses or instability.
  • Requires regular reports on human rights violations by the Taliban against US citizens and Afghans who supported the US.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Moore, Blake D. [R-UT-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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