Bill · S. 1126· Senate(119-S-1126)
Accountability for Terrorist Perpetrators of October 7th Act
- Introduced
- 3/25/2025
- Last activity
- 3/25/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Pete Ricketts
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Accountability for Terrorist Perpetrators of October 7th Act," aims to impose sanctions on the Popular Resistance Committees and its affiliates. It requires the President to block the property and interests of these groups and their associates within the United States. Additionally, it mandates that certain individuals associated with these groups be deemed inadmissible to the United States and have their existing visas revoked. The legislation also directs the Secretary of State to submit reports regarding the potential designation of the Lions' Den as a terrorist organization.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+5
The bill strengthens counter-terrorism efforts by mandating financial sanctions and visa restrictions on terrorist organizations.
Does this give the federal government more power?+5
The bill expands presidential authority to block property and restrict entry for targeted foreign entities.
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The bill enhances national security through stricter visa and admission restrictions for specific foreign entities.
The opposite
Would immigrants be better off under this?-5
The bill creates significant barriers to entry and can result in immediate visa revocation for certain foreign nationals.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?-5
The bill increases inadmissibility and revokes documentation, which creates more barriers to legal status for those associated with target groups.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?-2
The broad application of sanctions and visa revocations may impact the due process rights of the targeted individuals.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Blocking of Property: The President will exercise powers to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests of the targeted foreign persons if that property is in the United States or controlled by a U.S. person. (Section 2(c)(1))
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Visa Restrictions: Individuals identified as part of the targeted groups will be considered inadmissible to the United States, making them ineligible for visas, admission, or parole. (Section 2(c)(2)(A))
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Visa Revocation: The bill mandates the immediate revocation of any current visas or entry documentation held by those described in the bill. (Section 2(c)(2)(B))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Exceptions for United Nations: Sanctions may not apply to an alien if it is necessary to comply with the Agreement regarding the Headquarters of the United Nations. (Section 2(d)(1))
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Exceptions for National Security: Sanctions do not apply to authorized intelligence, law enforcement, or national security activities of the United States. (Section 2(d)(2))
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Presidential Waivers: The President has the authority to waive the application of these sanctions for up to 180 days if it is certified as vital to U.S. national security interests. (Section 2(g))
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Counter Terrorism Funding+5Improves International Alliances+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants-5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+5Improves Government Transparency+2Improves Due Process-2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+5Improves Pathway To Citizenship-5
- 3/25/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California