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US Tools to Deter Wrongful Detention and Protect Citizens Abroad.

This Act strengthens US government capabilities to protect citizens abroad by allowing sanctions against countries that wrongfully detain Americans. It mandates that travelers acknowledge high-risk travel warnings and speeds up the official determination process for wrongful detention cases, providing former detainees with a "declaration of invalidity" to protect their future records.
Key points
Creation of a new designation: "State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention," triggering potential sanctions, visa restrictions, and travel advisories against designated countries.
Mandatory certification for travelers purchasing tickets to high-risk areas (D or K indicators) that they have reviewed and understood the State Department's travel warnings.
Establishes a 180-day timeline for the Secretary of State to officially determine if a US national is being wrongfully detained, and creates an Advisory Council including former detainees and their families.
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Print number: 118_S_5340
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2024-11-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Countering Wrongful Detention Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5340.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a new designation: "State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention," triggering potential sanctions, visa restrictions, and travel advisories against designated countries.
  • Mandatory certification for travelers purchasing tickets to high-risk areas (D or K indicators) that they have reviewed and understood the State Department's travel warnings.
  • Establishes a 180-day timeline for the Secretary of State to officially determine if a US national is being wrongfully detained, and creates an Advisory Council including former detainees and their families.
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. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

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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