No Hezbollah In Our Hemisphere Act
No Hezbollah In Our Hemisphere Act
Plain Language Summary
# No Hezbollah In Our Hemisphere Act - Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill aims to prevent Hezbollah (a militant group designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S.) from operating in Latin America and the Caribbean. If passed, it would likely require the State Department to monitor and report on Hezbollah activities in the Western Hemisphere, and could strengthen sanctions or diplomatic measures against countries that harbor or support the group in this region. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect U.S. foreign policy toward Latin American and Caribbean nations, as well as Iran (which the U.S.
considers a supporter of Hezbollah). It could also impact diplomatic relations and visa policies for individuals or entities connected to the group. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was sponsored by Senator John Curtis (R-UT) and is in the early stages of the legislative process.
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 53.