Sanctions on Popular Resistance Committees for Terrorist Attacks
This act imposes financial and visa sanctions on the Popular Resistance Committees (PRC) and associated individuals and organizations, in response to their involvement in terrorist attacks, including those of October 7, 2023. U.S. citizens will be prohibited from conducting transactions with these entities, and associated individuals will be barred from entering the United States. This aims to limit these groups' ability to operate and finance terrorism.
Key points
Asset Freezing: All assets of the Popular Resistance Committees and associated individuals, located in the U.S. or under U.S. citizen control, will be blocked.
U.S. Entry Ban: Individuals linked to the Popular Resistance Committees will not receive visas or be allowed to enter the United States.
Terrorist Group Reports: Requires the Secretary of State to regularly report on the terrorist status of the Popular Resistance Committees and other groups like Lion’s Den.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7914
Sponsor: Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]
Process start date: 2024-04-09