H.R. 390 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Iraq and Syria Genocide Relief and Accountability Act of 2018
H.R. 390 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 10, 2017, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith with 47 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 10, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 47
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 115-300
What it does
Iraq and Syria Genocide Relief and Accountability Act of 2018 This bill authorizes U.S. government agencies to provide humanitarian, stabilization, and recovery assistance for nationals and residents of Iraq and Syria, in particular ethnic and minority individuals at risk of persecution or war crimes. It also authorizes the agencies to assist in prosecuting those suspected of such crimes. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ). Co-sponsors: 7 Democrats, 40 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 10, 2017
- Passed the HouseJun 6, 2017
- Passed the SenateOct 11, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentNov 29, 2018
- Became lawDec 11, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-300. (Dec 11, 2018)
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Committees
- Foreign Relations Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
- Judiciary Committee
More
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