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Read. Follow. Verify.Supporting Syrian Civilians Act (Caesar Act 2.0)
Record date · September 18, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill expands U.S. sanctions against the Syrian government and its supporters, mandates new reporting on foreign normalization efforts, and authorizes $90 million in additional funding for humanitarian and stabilization efforts in Syria. It also requires the U.S. government to prioritize the release of detained Americans and the repatriation of remains of U.S. citizens killed in Syria.
The bill significantly increases the scope of economic pressure on the Syrian government and its international partners, while authorizing $90 million in new federal spending for humanitarian aid and anti-trafficking operations in the region.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Syrian refugees
The bill authorizes $50 million in support funds and establishes a policy against their forced return.
Syria Civil Defense (White Helmets)
The bill authorizes $10 million in new Economic Support Funds for this organization.
Syria Arab Airlines and Cham Wings
These entities are explicitly added to the list of potential targets for U.S. sanctions.
Financial institutions
The bill requires the government to explain sanctions liability to these institutions regarding their dealings with Syria.
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