Stop the ICC Act

# Stop the ICC Act (S 493) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Stop the ICC Act would restrict U.S. involvement with and support for the International Criminal Court (ICC). While the bill text details aren't fully specified in the information provided, bills with this title typically aim to limit U.S. funding, cooperation, or recognition of the ICC—an international court based in The Hague, Netherlands, that prosecutes individuals for crimes like genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect U.S. foreign policy and international relations.

It could impact the ICC's operations and investigations, potentially affect how the U.S. cooperates with other nations on international justice matters, and could influence the court's ability to investigate cases involving American citizens or military personnel. **Current Status:** As of now, S 493 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska). For a bill to become law, it must pass both the Senate and House of Representatives and be signed by the President.