HR2619Reported by Committee

No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-04-03
Introduced
12
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Michael Baumgartner
Michael Baumgartner
Republican · WA · Representative
Votes with party: 98.8% (595 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (12)

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Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 6.

2025-04-09

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Plain-English Summary

The legislation would prevent the U.S. government from providing foreign aid or financial assistance to countries or groups that take hostages or fail to cooperate in securing the release of American citizens held captive. This measure aims to pressure hostile nations and terrorist organizations to free hostages by cutting off their access to U.S. funding and support. The bill affects international relations and could influence how the government responds to hostage situations involving Americans abroad.

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International Affairs
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