President Biden Extends National Emergency Regarding Iraq Stabilization

Original title: Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq

Record date · May 20, 2024

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What This Bill Does

President Biden has issued a notice to extend the concerning the stabilization of Iraq for an additional year beyond May 22, 2024. This action maintains existing legal authorities originally established in 2003 to address threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy related to Iraq's reconstruction and institutional development.

Why it matters

This extension continues specific executive powers and economic sanctions related to Iraq that have been in place for over two decades.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

U.S. Government

The executive branch retains specific legal authorities and economic powers regarding Iraq.

Directly affected

Iraqi institutions

These entities remain subject to the regulatory framework established by the original 2003 executive order and its subsequent modifications.

Key Facts

The national emergency regarding Iraq was originally declared on May 22, 2003.
The extension is authorized under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the National Emergencies Act.
The emergency is extended for one year beyond May 22, 2024.
The notice cites ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy related to Iraq's reconstruction and stability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this national emergency being extended?

The President states that the obstacles to Iraq's reconstruction and the maintenance of peace and security continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy.

How long does this extension last?

The is extended for one year beyond May 22, 2024.

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