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Hostage Act: New Sanctions for Unlawful Detention of US Citizens

This act aims to protect US citizens and green card holders from unlawful detention abroad. It imposes sanctions, such as travel bans to the US and asset freezes, on individuals and entities responsible for such actions. The goal is to deter politically or financially motivated hostage-taking and detention.
Key points
Imposes a ban on entry to the US for individuals responsible for unlawful detention of US citizens or green card holders, and their family members.
Allows for the freezing of assets of individuals and entities involved in such activities if their property is in the US.
Emphasizes that the US government will not pay ransom for the release of hostages, aiming to discourage such practices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1164
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Hostage Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1164.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposes a ban on entry to the US for individuals responsible for unlawful detention of US citizens or green card holders, and their family members.
  • Allows for the freezing of assets of individuals and entities involved in such activities if their property is in the US.
  • Emphasizes that the US government will not pay ransom for the release of hostages, aiming to discourage such practices.
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 Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Security Courts and Law Migration