Proposed Repeal of Syria Sanctions Laws

The Frame

What this does

This amendment would eliminate two long-standing legal frameworks for imposing sanctions on Syria, potentially altering the U.S. government's authority to enforce economic and human rights-related penalties against the Syrian government.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Syrian government

The repeal of these acts would remove the specific statutory basis for existing U.S. sanctions against the Syrian government.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Senator Shaheen, joined by Senator Ernst, has introduced an amendment to the 2027 defense authorization bill that would repeal two existing laws regarding sanctions on Syria. If passed, this amendment would remove the Syria Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2003 and the Syria Human Rights Accountability Act of 2012.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This amendment would eliminate two long-standing legal frameworks for imposing sanctions on Syria, potentially altering the U.S. government's authority to enforce economic and human rights-related penalties against the Syrian government.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this amendment do?

It proposes to repeal two specific U.S. laws that currently authorize sanctions against Syria.

Has this amendment been passed?

No, it has been submitted and , meaning it has not yet been voted on or enacted.

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Proposed Sanctions Rollback

The amendment signals a potential shift in legislative strategy regarding the use of specific statutory sanctions against Syria.

Mrs. Shaheen Ms. Ernst

Connected Entities

otherSyria Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2003“A law proposed for repeal.”Map →

personMrs. Shaheen“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

otherSyria Human Rights Accountability Act of 2012“A law proposed for repeal.”Map →

personMs. Ernst“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

Sources

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