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Introduced
03/01/2023
03/01/2023
In Committee
03/01/2023
03/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill 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, documents human rights violations, ensures transparency in humanitarian aid delivery, and supports refugee protection. It extends provisions related to supporting human rights and democracy programs, promoting freedom of information, reporting requirements, and assistance provided outside of North Korea. The bill also calls for appointing a Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues, supports resettlement of North Korean refugees, and authorizes sanctions for forced repatriation of North Korean refugees. Additionally, it requires reports on humanitarian exemptions to sanctions on North Korea and efforts to provide humanitarian relief to the North Korean people.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (on 03/01/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/584/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s584/BILLS-118s584is.pdf |
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