Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB5643

Caption

A bill to impose sanctions with respect to the Government of Turkiye, and for other purposes.

Impact

If enacted, this legislation would strengthen the United States' foreign policy measures towards Türkiye, particularly by restricting military aid and financial transactions supporting Turkish military engagements in Syria. The proposed sanctions would directly confront the actions of the Turkish government that are perceived as destabilizing to international relations and the security of the region. Additionally, it seeks to protect U.S. interests by ensuring continued support for Syrian Kurdish groups fighting against ISIS, which could indirectly influence ongoing U.S. military strategies in the Middle East.

Summary

SB5643, titled the Countering Turkish Aggression Act of 2024, aims to impose various sanctions against the Government of Türkiye in response to its military operations in Syria and its acquisition of Russian military equipment. The bill outlines specific measures that the President must undertake, including prohibiting United States persons from engaging in transactions with relevant Turkish officials and entities that facilitate military operations or financial transactions involving the Turkish Armed Forces.

Contention

Controversies surrounding the bill center on the sharp sanctions proposed and their implications for U.S.-Türkiye relations. Proponents argue that strict measures are necessary to hold Türkiye accountable for its military aggression, while critics warn that such moves could escalate tensions between the countries and harm cooperative regional efforts. The provisions allowing the President to waive sanctions might also lead to debates regarding the administration's discretion and the potential for inconsistencies in enforcement.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB10559

To protect the national security of the United States by imposing sanctions with respect to certain persons of the People's Republic of China and prohibiting and requiring notifications with respect to certain investments by United States persons in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

US SJR6

This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting Syria within 30 days of this resolution's adoption unless a declaration of war or specific authorization for such use of the Armed Forces has been enacted.

US SB5574

A bill to support Lebanon's rule of law and democratic institutions through sanctions, grants, and scholarships, and for other purposes.

US SB5482

A bill to impose restrictions on Federal agencies with respect to appointments, and for other purposes.

US HB10368

To codify in statute certain sanctions with respect to the Russian Federation.

US SB5571

A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons that knowingly engage in significant operations in the defense and related materiel sector or the surveillance technology sector of the economy of the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

US SB5648

A bill to protect the national security of the United States by imposing sanctions with respect to certain persons of the People's Republic of China and prohibiting and requiring notifications with respect to certain investments by United States persons in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

US SB70

A bill to require the imposition of sanctions with respect to Ansarallah and its officials, agents, or affiliates for acts of international terrorism.

US SB5552

A bill to modify a provision supporting the execution of bilateral agreements concerning illicit transnational maritime activity and to authorize the President to impose sanctions with respect to illegal, unreported, or unregulated fishing and the sale, supply, purchase, or transfer of endangered species, and for other purposes.

US HR132

Responding to the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria on February 6, 2023.

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