S 842: No Hezbollah In Our Hemisphere Act

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Summary

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Subjects

Administrative law and regulatory procedures, Congressional oversight, Criminal procedure and sentencing, Department of State, Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad, Foreign property, Iran, Latin America, Lebanon, Middle East, Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents, Sanctions, Terrorism, Visas and passports

Policy Areas

International Affairs

Next Steps

The bill has been referred to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, where hearings, revisions, and markup sessions will occur before a potential vote in the Senate.

Social Impact

The bill aims to counter terrorism and enhance national security by targeting Hezbollah's activities in Latin America. However, there might be unintended consequences for the local populations due to sanctions or disruptions of business operations.

Business Impact

Businesses operating in Latin America may face disruptions if sanctions are imposed on countries or individuals found to be supporting Hezbollah. Increased scrutiny and compliance costs could also impact business operations.

Financial Impact

The bill could lead to financial sanctions and restrictions on individuals and entities involved with Hezbollah in Latin America, potentially affecting financial transactions and investment.

Bill History

Tuesday, March 4, 2025
IntroReferral - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025
IntroReferral - Introduced in Senate

Bill Text

Introduced in Senate March 4, 2025
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