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Nazi-Looted Art Recovery: Easier Claims, Time Limits Removed

New rules make it easier to recover art stolen by Nazis by removing legal obstacles related to the passage of time. This means individuals seeking lost cultural property have a greater chance of recovering it, regardless of how many years have passed since World War II. The law aims to ensure justice for victims of Nazi persecution.
Key points
Facilitates the recovery of Nazi-looted art, regardless of the passage of time.
Eliminates defenses based on time limits (e.g., laches, adverse possession) and other non-merits obstacles in art recovery cases.
Allows claims regardless of the victim's nationality, broadening the scope of eligible individuals.
New rules apply to cases already in court and to new claims.
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Print number: 119_HR_4235
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15]
Process start date: 2025-06-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To clarify the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016, to appropriately limit the application of defenses based on the passage of time and other non-merits defenses to claims under that Act.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4235.

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 2025-06-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Facilitates the recovery of Nazi-looted art, regardless of the passage of time.
  • Eliminates defenses based on time limits (e.g., laches, adverse possession) and other non-merits obstacles in art recovery cases.
  • Allows claims regardless of the victim's nationality, broadening the scope of eligible individuals.
  • New rules apply to cases already in court and to new claims.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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