Upholding the Dayton Peace Agreement Through Sanctions Act
Summary
The "Upholding the Dayton Peace Agreement Through Sanctions Act" aims to impose sanctions on foreign individuals and entities undermining the Dayton Peace Agreement or threatening Bosnia and Herzegovina's security. It mandates the President to create a list of sanctioned individuals and entities every 180 days. The Act also seeks to codify existing executive orders related to Western Balkans sanctions.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to asset freezes and visa restrictions for those found to be destabilizing Bosnia and Herzegovina. It could also impact foreign financial institutions facilitating transactions for sanctioned individuals. The intended outcome is to reinforce the Dayton Peace Agreement and promote stability in the region.
Potential Benefits
- Supports Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Encourages multi-ethnic cooperation and Euro-Atlantic integration.
- Targets corruption and actions undermining democratic institutions.
- Reinforces the Dayton Peace Agreement and regional stability.
- Sends a strong message against destabilizing influences, including those from Russia.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Could strain relations with countries or individuals who are sanctioned.
- May have unintended economic consequences for businesses operating in the region.
- Sanctions may not always be effective in changing behavior.
- Potential for legal challenges from those sanctioned.
- Requires significant resources for monitoring and enforcement.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the US Constitution's foreign policy powers, particularly the President's authority to conduct foreign affairs. Congress has the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations (Article I, Section 8). The Act's focus on international stability also aligns with the Constitution's aim to "provide for the common defence" and "promote the general Welfare."
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).