This bill proposes to prohibit the use of Federal funds for the payment of reparations. These reparations are specifically defined as those issued by international bodies or courts in response to violations of international law. The prohibition encompasses various forms of reparations, including restitution, compensation, and satisfaction. An exception is made only if Congress grants specific approval for such payments through a new Act of Congress enacted on or after the bill's effective date. This measure is designed to ensure that the legislative branch maintains explicit control over the disbursement of federal money for these particular international financial obligations.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International Affairs
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to pay reparations issued by international bodies or courts for violations of international law.
USA119th CongressHR-5431| House
| Updated: 9/17/2025
This bill proposes to prohibit the use of Federal funds for the payment of reparations. These reparations are specifically defined as those issued by international bodies or courts in response to violations of international law. The prohibition encompasses various forms of reparations, including restitution, compensation, and satisfaction. An exception is made only if Congress grants specific approval for such payments through a new Act of Congress enacted on or after the bill's effective date. This measure is designed to ensure that the legislative branch maintains explicit control over the disbursement of federal money for these particular international financial obligations.