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H.R. 4140119th Congress
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The Burma GAP Act sets US policy against Burma's military junta and expands aid and accountability efforts for Rohingya refugees.
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The bill establishes US policy refusing to recognize Burma's military junta, supports Rohingya civilian leadership, and pushes for accountability for atrocities. It authorizes a Special Representative for Burma to coordinate diplomacy, sanctions, and humanitarian aid, and directs continued support for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and Burma, including funding for food, healthcare, education, legal aid, and eventual safe return.
Rohingya refugees and displaced people, the State Department, and US relations with Burma, Bangladesh, and regional countries are affected.
The bill shapes US foreign policy and diplomatic posture toward Burma but does not directly affect most Americans' daily lives.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 5.