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Humanitarian Theft Enforcement Act: Holding Foreign Entities Liable for Stolen Aid

This bill holds foreign individuals and groups financially responsible if they steal or destroy U.S. humanitarian aid. It ensures that taxpayer money intended for international relief is recovered and reused for its original purpose.
Key points
Foreign entities must pay back the full value of any U.S. humanitarian assistance they divert or destroy.
Recovered funds are returned to the government to fund future assistance programs.
The Secretary of State can waive these financial penalties if it is determined to be in the national interest.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7649
Sponsor: Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7]
Process start date: 2026-02-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Humanitarian Theft Enforcement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7649.

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 2026-02-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Foreign entities must pay back the full value of any U.S. humanitarian assistance they divert or destroy.
  • Recovered funds are returned to the government to fund future assistance programs.
  • The Secretary of State can waive these financial penalties if it is determined to be in the national interest.
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. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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