HR 4235
To clarify the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016, to appropriately limit the application of defenses based on the passage of time and other non-merits defenses to claims under that Act.
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US Congress
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119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:43 AM
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies and strengthens the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016, aiming to make it easier for individuals to recover artwork and property stolen by the Nazis during World War II. It limits the ability of courts to dismiss claims based on the passage of time or other non-merit defenses, such as those related to international law or forum selection. The bill also expands jurisdictional options for plaintiffs and ensures that claims can be brought regardless of the alleged victim's nationality or the defendant's location.
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