S. 4295: Stop Support for United Nations Relief and Works Agency Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Stop Support for United Nations Relief and Works Agency Act of 2026, seeks to prohibit U.S. financial contributions to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and impose restrictions on U.S. involvement with certain United Nations entities. Below are the key components of the bill:

Prohibition of Contributions to UNRWA

The bill prohibits any voluntary or involuntary U.S. contributions to:

• UNRWA
• Any successor or related entities to UNRWA
• The regular budget of the United Nations that supports UNRWA or its successors

Restrictions on U.S. Delegations

Federal funds would not be allowed to cover expenses for U.S. delegations participating in any specialized agencies, bodies, or commissions of the United Nations if:

• The organization is chaired or presided over by a country identified by the Secretary of State as supporting acts of international terrorism, based on specific legal provisions.

Restrictions on Contributions to UN Organizations

The Secretary of State is restricted from using federal funds to contribute to any organization, agency, commission, or program within the United Nations if:

• The organization is chaired or presided over by a country identified as supporting acts of international terrorism by the Secretary of State.

Revocation of Immunities

The bill also states that no official, employee, or representative of UNRWA shall receive any privileges, exemptions, or immunities offered under the International Organizations Immunities Act or any other laws or executive orders.

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