Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB224

Introduced
2/1/23  

Caption

Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act of 2023

Impact

If enacted, SB224 would effectively alter U.S. relations with the ICC and its member states, by preemptively sanctioning individuals before any formal charges or actions are taken. The bill allows for extensive measures, including blocking assets and revoking visas of those involved per the outlined stipulations. This could lead to increased tensions between the United States and nations that cooperate with the ICC, potentially affecting diplomatic engagements and collaboration in various international realms.

Summary

SB224, known as the 'Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act of 2023', proposes to impose sanctions on associates of the International Criminal Court (ICC) who are involved in investigations against U.S. personnel and its allies. The bill outlines specific sanctions to be levied against individuals associated with the ICC if they engage in efforts to investigate, prosecute, or detain protected persons, particularly U.S. military members or government employees. This reflects a clear legislative response to perceived threats against American personnel from international legal processes, thereby asserting state interest in protecting its citizens and allies from judicial actions perceived as illegitimate.

Contention

The bill has sparked considerable debate concerning its implications for international law and human rights. Proponents advocate for the protection of U.S. military personnel who might be unjustly targeted by politically motivated investigations. Conversely, critics argue that such actions undermine the ICC’s role in upholding accountability for war crimes and could isolate the U.S. in the international community. The potential overreach of imposing sanctions based on investigations not yet concluded raises concerns about the implications for justice and the rule of law.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB4484

Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act

US HB8282

Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act

US HB825

BOLIVAR Act Banning Operations and Leases with the Illegitimate Venezuelan Authoritarian Regime Act

US SB1924

GLOBE Act of 2023 Greater Leadership Overseas for the Benefit of Equality Act of 2023

US HB4050

GLOBE Act of 2023 Greater Leadership Overseas for the Benefit of Equality Act of 2023

US SB360

Stop Higher Education Espionage and Theft Act of 2023

US SB2059

Strengthening Sanctions on Fentanyl Traffickers Act of 2023

US HB697

Justice for All Act of 2023

US HB4681

Illicit Captagon Trafficking Suppression Act of 2023

US SB1758

Fair Courts Act of 2023

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