Continuation of National Emergency Regarding Belarus
June 13, 2024
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The Frame
This notice ensures that economic sanctions and emergency powers related to the Belarusian government remain in effect for another year.
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
Government of Belarus
The regime remains subject to U.S. economic sanctions and emergency authorities.
U.S. Treasury Department
The agency retains the authority to enforce sanctions and manage assets related to the emergency.
Last recorded activity June 13, 2024.
Next step not available in the current record.
Summary
Key Facts
- The national emergency regarding Belarus was originally declared on June 16, 2006.
- The scope of the emergency was expanded on August 9, 2021, via Executive Order 14038.
- The emergency is extended for one year beyond June 16, 2024.
- The extension is based on the determination that the Belarusian regime's actions continue to pose an unusual threat to U.S. national security.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does this change the current sanctions against Belarus?
Why It Matters
This notice ensures that economic sanctions and emergency powers related to the Belarusian government remain in effect for another year.
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Annual Renewal Cycle
The document follows a strict annual renewal pattern required by the National Emergencies Act to keep the 2006 emergency active.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy40Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment10Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
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