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US S4216

US S4216
North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act of 2022


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Introduced
05/12/2022
In Committee
07/19/2022
Crossed Over
12/12/2022
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To reauthorize the North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill reauthorizes the North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004, which promotes human rights, documentation of violations, transparency in humanitarian aid, and refugee protection. It extends provisions related to funding, information access, reporting requirements, and assistance for North Korean refugees. The bill also authorizes sanctions for forced repatriation of North Korean refugees and requires reports on humanitarian exemptions to sanctions. Overall, the bill aims to continue and strengthen efforts to address the dire human rights situation in North Korea.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Held at the desk. (on 12/12/2022)

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