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New Syria Sanctions Rules: Strengthening Financial Controls

This act aims to tighten and update financial sanctions against the Syrian government. Citizens may feel an indirect impact through changes in foreign policy and international aid, which could affect regional stability. The changes are intended to improve financial transparency and combat illicit activities.
Key points
Strengthening oversight of the Commercial Bank of Syria, including a review of existing banking restriction exemptions.
US support for International Monetary Fund and World Bank efforts to improve economic data and combat money laundering in Syria.
Modification of sanctions lifting conditions, including requirements to cease attacks on civilians, ensure humanitarian aid access, and release political prisoners.
Introduction of new sanctions lifting conditions, such as combating Captagon production and trafficking, and ending persecution of religious minorities.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Syria Sanctions Accountability Act of 2025
Print number: HR 4427
Sponsor: Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]
Process start date: 2025-07-16