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H.R. 2346: Accountability for Terrorist Perpetrators of October 7th Act

This bill, known as the Accountability for Terrorist Perpetrators of October 7th Act, is introduced to implement specific sanctions targeting the Popular Resistance Committees (PRC), a group involved in terrorist activities. Here are key elements of the proposed legislation:

Overview of the Bill

The bill’s primary aim is to impose sanctions on the PRC and related entities due to their involvement in terrorism, particularly following the events of October 7, 2023, which saw a coordinated attack by the PRC, Hamas, and other groups against Israel.

Sanctions to be Imposed

The bill outlines several types of sanctions that would be implemented against the PRC and any individuals or organizations connected to it:

  • Blocking property and interests in property of the PRC within U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Inadmissibility of certain foreign nationals connected to the PRC for U.S. visas or entry.
  • Revocation of any current visas held by those connected to the PRC.

Entities Subject to Sanctions

The sanctions would apply to:

  • The Popular Resistance Committees themselves.
  • Any foreign persons who are officials, agents, or affiliates of the PRC.
  • Foreign entities owned or controlled by the PRC or its affiliates.
  • Any armed organizations determined by the President to operate under the umbrella of the PRC.

Reporting Requirements

The bill requires the Secretary of State to report to Congress on:

  • Whether the PRC and another group called Lion’s Den meet the criteria for designation as Specially Designated Global Terrorists.
  • Ongoing evaluations related to new entities that might be operating under the PRC or related groups.

Exceptions and Waivers

The President has the authority to waive the sanctions temporarily for no more than 180 days if deemed necessary for U.S. national security interests and must report this decision to Congress.

Termination of Sanctions

Sanctions can be lifted if the President certifies that the affected foreign person is no longer engaged in terrorist activities or has ceased to exist as a group.

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Date Action
Mar. 25, 2025 Introduced in House
Mar. 25, 2025 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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