OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_489.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-02-16.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Complete suspension of US government funding for the Gaza Strip until the President guarantees that funds will not reach terrorist organizations (Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad).
- Prohibition of spending US funds through UN agencies in Gaza if those agencies promote anti-Israel or anti-Semitic ideas or propaganda.
- Introduction of new certification requirements for the President that must be met before any expenditures in Gaza can resume.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Scott, Rick [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.
What is the impact of this bill?
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