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Prohibiting US Funds to Palestinian Authority Without Audit and Conditions

This bill aims to stop US financial aid to the Palestinian Authority. Funds will only be released if an independent audit of the Palestinian Authority's budget is conducted and the Secretary of State certifies that specific conditions regarding democracy, human rights, and counter-terrorism are met. Citizens should be aware that these changes could impact regional stability and international relations.
Key points
Halting US funds to the Palestinian Authority starting from fiscal year 2024.
Requirement for an independent audit of the Palestinian Authority's budget before funding resumes.
Palestinian Authority must meet conditions on democracy, human rights, condemning terrorism, and recognizing Israel.
Prohibiting election manipulation, promoting transparency, and ending the boycott of Israel are key conditions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5952
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Prohibit U.S. Funds to the Palestinian Authority Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5952.

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 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Halting US funds to the Palestinian Authority starting from fiscal year 2024.
  • Requirement for an independent audit of the Palestinian Authority's budget before funding resumes.
  • Palestinian Authority must meet conditions on democracy, human rights, condemning terrorism, and recognizing Israel.
  • Prohibiting election manipulation, promoting transparency, and ending the boycott of Israel are key conditions.
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. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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