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Banning Recognition and Imposing Terror Sanctions on Afghanistan's Taliban Regime.

This law formalizes the US policy of strictly refusing to recognize the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan. It mandates severe sanctions by requiring the designation of the Taliban as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and the regime in Afghanistan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. This ensures that no federal funds can be used to support or imply recognition of the Taliban's authority.
Key points
The US will not recognize the Taliban as the official government of Afghanistan, prohibiting federal agencies from taking any action that suggests recognition.
The Secretary of State must officially designate the current Afghan regime as a "State Sponsor of Terrorism," triggering broad financial and trade sanctions.
The Taliban must be formally designated as a "Foreign Terrorist Organization," impacting immigration and national security protocols.
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Print number: 118_S_3182
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing the Recognition of Terrorist States Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3182.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US will not recognize the Taliban as the official government of Afghanistan, prohibiting federal agencies from taking any action that suggests recognition.
  • The Secretary of State must officially designate the current Afghan regime as a "State Sponsor of Terrorism," triggering broad financial and trade sanctions.
  • The Taliban must be formally designated as a "Foreign Terrorist Organization," impacting immigration and national security protocols.
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. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

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 2025-12-26.

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