H.R.462 - No Support for Terror Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 462, the "No Support for Terror Act," aims to prevent the allocation of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to countries that perpetrate genocide or sponsor terrorism. It also seeks to prevent U.S. tax dollars from directly benefiting the Taliban or other terrorist organizations or nations harboring terrorists. The bill mandates reviews and reporting requirements to ensure assistance provided to non-governmental and international organizations does not indirectly support terrorist entities.
Expected Effects
The bill would likely result in stricter oversight of U.S. financial contributions to international organizations and increased scrutiny of aid recipients. It could also lead to a re-evaluation of relationships with countries identified as state sponsors of terrorism or those failing to prevent terrorist activities within their borders. Ultimately, this could affect the flow of international aid and diplomatic relations.
Potential Benefits
- Reduces the risk of U.S. tax dollars indirectly funding terrorist activities.
- Strengthens accountability and oversight of international aid programs.
- Reinforces U.S. commitment to combating terrorism on a global scale.
- Potentially incentivizes countries to crack down on terrorist organizations within their borders.
- Enhances the integrity of the International Monetary Fund by preventing allocations to states involved in genocide or terrorism.
Potential Disadvantages
- May hinder humanitarian efforts in regions controlled or influenced by terrorist groups.
- Could strain diplomatic relations with countries that are inadvertently supporting terrorist activities.
- The review process may create bureaucratic delays in the distribution of aid.
- Broad definitions of "harboring terrorists" could lead to unintended consequences and disproportionate impacts.
- Implementation may be challenging, requiring significant resources for monitoring and enforcement.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's broad objectives of providing for the common defense and promoting the general welfare (Preamble). Congress has the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3) and to make appropriations for the armed forces and national security. The bill's focus on preventing financial support for terrorism is consistent with these constitutional powers and responsibilities.
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).