HR 4507
Protection of Saudi Dissidents Act of 2019
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Bill overview
The Protection of Saudi Dissidents Act of 2019 aims to address concerns surrounding the death of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi and limit U.S. support for Saudi Arabia. The bill initially restricts the sale of defense articles and services to Saudi Arabia for 120 days, subject to presidential certification based on Saudi cooperation with investigations, release of detained activists, and protection of religious freedom. It also requires reports on potential intimidation of U.S. individuals and assesses whether the intelligence community adequately warned Khashoggi. Furthermore, the act places restrictions on the use of diplomatic facilities for surveillance and requires a report on the duty to warn obligations.
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Primary sponsor
Gerald E. Connolly
Cosponsors
Albio Sires
David J. Trone
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