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HR 5431119th CongressIn Committee
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to pay reparations issued by international bodies or courts for violations of international law.
Introduced: Sep 17, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large] (R-Wyoming)
Economy & Taxes
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to pay any reparations ordered by international bodies or courts for violations of international law unless Congress specifically authorizes such payments through legislation. The bill would require explicit congressional approval for any reparations in the form of restitution, compensation, or satisfaction that might be imposed on the United States by international tribunals or organizations. This represents an assertion of congressional control over U.S. compliance with international legal judgments and would prevent the executive branch from unilaterally using federal funds to satisfy international reparations orders.
Key Points
- 1Prohibits federal funds from being used to pay reparations ordered by international bodies or courts without explicit congressional authorization
- 2Applies to all forms of reparations including restitution, compensation, and satisfaction
- 3Requires any such payments to be approved through an Act of Congress passed after the bill's enactment date
- 4Covers reparations specifically related to violations of international law
- 5Does not distinguish between different types of international bodies or courts (such as the International Court of Justice, International Criminal Court, or other tribunals)
Impact Areas
Executive Branch Authority: Limits the President's ability to comply with international legal judgments without congressional approvalInternational Relations: Could affect U.S. standing in international legal forums and compliance with international obligationsFederal Budget: Provides Congress with gatekeeping authority over potential financial obligations arising from international legal proceedingsSovereignty: Reinforces congressional control over U.S. responses to international legal determinations
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