H.R. 3190: Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma Act

This bill is titled the Bringing Real Accountability Via Enforcement in Burma Act or the BRAVE Burma Act. It proposes several amendments to the existing Burma Unified through Rigorous Military Accountability Act of 2022. Below is a summary of the main points of the bill:

Extension of Sunset Clause

The bill extends the duration of a previously established sunset clause from 8 years to 10 years. This clause pertains to the sanctions and other accountability measures concerning Myanmar (Burma).

Reporting Modifications

It modifies reporting requirements related to sanctions. The President is mandated to assess and report on whether specific Burmese entities and individuals, including state-owned enterprises and entities in the jet fuel sector, qualify for sanctions. This assessment must be done within 180 days after the bill is enacted and then annually for the next seven years. The report to Congress will be unclassified but may contain a classified annex.

Limitations on Shareholding for Burma

The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to limit the voting shareholding of Burma in the International Monetary Fund if the country is governed by the State Administration Council. However, the President can waive this limitation if it is deemed critical to U.S. national interests, which must be explained to Congress.

Appointment of a U.S. Special Envoy for Burma

The President is required to appoint a Special Envoy for Burma, who will coordinate U.S. policy towards Burma at an ambassadorial level. Key responsibilities of the Special Envoy include:

• Coordinating U.S. sanctions policy related to Burma.
• Developing comprehensive international strategies to impose and enforce multilateral sanctions.
• Leading U.S. government efforts to engage with international partners to exert pressure on supporting nations, including China and Russia, to stop aiding the Burmese military.
• Engaging with civil society and promoting the restoration of a civilian-led government.
• Coordinating U.S. assistance to the people of Burma until normal diplomatic relations are restored.
• Reporting to Congress on the impacts of sanctions and military accountability efforts.

General Purpose

The overarching goal of the bill is to enhance accountability and sanction enforcement against entities involved in the unlawful governance and military actions in Burma, while promoting a transition to a civilian-led democratic government.

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