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Proposed Law to Make West Bank Sanctions Permanent

Original title: SANCTIONS in the West Bank Act

December 10, 2024

Foreign Policy Sanctions West Bank National Security Executive Authority

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Where This Stands

Introduced

Committee

Floor Vote

Passed

Signed

Currently IN_COMMITTEE. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation limits the President's ability to unilaterally remove sanctions by requiring formal notification to Congress and proof that the sanctioned individual has stopped the prohibited activity.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Persons sanctioned under Executive Order 14115

Their legal status regarding sanctions would be moved from executive order to statutory law, changing the requirements for potential removal of those sanctions.

The President of the United States

The President's authority to terminate sanctions is restricted by new mandatory notification and verification requirements to Congress.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill would turn existing executive sanctions against individuals who threaten peace and stability in the West Bank into permanent federal law. It also establishes specific requirements for the President to follow if they choose to lift these sanctions for any individual.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'codify' an executive order?

It means taking an action previously established by the President's executive authority and turning it into a permanent law passed by Congress.

Can the President still remove these sanctions?

Yes, but the President must provide formal notice to specific congressional committees and verify that the sanctioned individual has ceased the activity that led to the sanctions.

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Discoveries

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Legislative Constraint on Executive Power

The bill represents a clear attempt to shift the power to terminate foreign policy sanctions from the executive branch to a process requiring congressional oversight.

Executive Order 14115

Connected Entities

organizationHouse of Representatives“The legislative body where the bill was introduced.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs“Committee involved in the bill's consideration.”Map →

personPresident“The President has the authority to terminate sanctions under the bill.”Map →

organizationCommittee on the Judiciary“Another committee involved in the bill's consideration.”Map →

otherExecutive Order 14115“The foundational basis for the sanctions.”Map →

organizationCongressional Committee“Committee responsible for reviewing the President's actions regarding sanctions ”Map →

organizationCommittee on Foreign Affairs“Committee responsible for foreign policy matters.”Map →

organizationSenate“The legislative body that must pass the bill.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Foreign Relations“One of the committees responsible for considering the bill.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Financial Services“Committee involved in the bill's consideration.”Map →

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Controversy75
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