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- H.R.1706
H.R.1706: No Assistance for Assad Act
About This Bill
- Introduced March 13, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 13, 2019
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
27 (11 Democrats, 16 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 13, 2019
Bill Summary
No Assistance for Assad Act This bill bars assistance for stabilization or reconstruction activities for any part of Syria controlled by the Syrian government or associated forces. The restrictions do not apply to assistance for (1) certain projects administered by local organizations, (2) projects to meet basic human needs such as drought relief, and (3) activities related to Syrian compliance with certain weapons treaties. The restrictions...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 13, 2019 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, 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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| March 13, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.) |