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Prohibiting Federal Funds for Direct Cash Assistance in Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan.

This bill aims to stop the use of U.S. taxpayer money for direct cash assistance in Afghanistan. It prohibits any federal funds from being provided directly to individuals or through organizations like the UN for cash aid, based on findings that the Taliban regime benefits from taxing and currency exchange fees on these funds. The goal is to ensure taxpayer dollars do not indirectly support the Taliban's military and security services.
Key points
Federal funds are strictly prohibited from being used for direct cash assistance to any person in Afghanistan.
Federal agencies cannot provide funds to the United Nations or NGOs if those funds will be used for direct cash assistance in Afghanistan.
The Federal Reserve is prohibited from selling U.S. currency to the UN for the purpose of direct cash assistance in Afghanistan.
The measure is intended to prevent U.S. taxpayer money from being taxed or used for currency exchange fees by the Taliban regime.
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Print number: 118_HR_9757
Sponsor: Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
Process start date: 2024-09-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No More Taxpayer Cash for the Taliban Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9757.

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 2024-09-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal funds are strictly prohibited from being used for direct cash assistance to any person in Afghanistan.
  • Federal agencies cannot provide funds to the United Nations or NGOs if those funds will be used for direct cash assistance in Afghanistan.
  • The Federal Reserve is prohibited from selling U.S. currency to the UN for the purpose of direct cash assistance in Afghanistan.
  • The measure is intended to prevent U.S. taxpayer money from being taxed or used for currency exchange fees by the Taliban regime.
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. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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