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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 1844International Affairs

PAGER Act

INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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Voters should care about this bill because it represents a major shift in how the U.S. supports Lebanon, a country in a fragile region. If enacted, it would immediately cut off financial aid that helps fund Lebanon's military, potentially making it harder for them to maintain stability, secure their borders, and counter powerful non-state actors like Hezbollah. This could lead to greater instability within Lebanon and potentially the broader Middle East.

Conversely, supporters believe this bill would pressure the Lebanese government to assert its sovereignty, reduce the influence of groups like Hezbollah, and align more closely with U.S. interests. If the bill doesn't pass, U.S. aid to Lebanon's armed forces would likely continue under current conditions, without the specific, stringent demands for political and military reform outlined here. The bill also raises questions about U.S. intervention in the internal politics and judicial processes of another sovereign nation.

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PROVISION 01

This bill immediately cuts off all U.S. federal funds to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and internal security forces.

This directly impacts the LAF's financial resources, operational capabilities, and ability to fulfill its security mandates.

PROVISION 02

Aid can only resume if the Lebanese government stops recognizing Hezbollah and its allies as legitimate political parties and takes action to remove Hezbollah's presence from Lebanon.

This imposes strict political and military conditions on Lebanon, demanding significant internal changes regarding influential groups.

PROVISION 03

The bill requires Lebanese courts and military tribunals to dismiss all charges and arrest warrants against American citizens who have advocated against Hezbollah's influence.

This intervenes in Lebanon's judicial system and aims to protect specific American individuals from legal action abroad.

PROVISION 04

It designates Suhil Bahij Gharab as a specially designated global terrorist organization under U.S. law.

This action applies financial sanctions and other restrictions to the designated individual.

PROVISION 05

The bill prohibits U.S. funds to the United Nations Development Programme from supporting livelihood programs for Lebanese armed forces or internal security forces.

This closes an avenue of indirect support that might otherwise reach the Lebanese security sector through international organizations.

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MAR 5

Introduced in House

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MAR 5

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 1844

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedMar 5, 2025

Last actionMar 5, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025

House BillHR 1844International Affairs

PAGER Act

INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2025

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Passed House

Passed Senate

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To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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This bill immediately cuts off all U.S. federal funds to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and internal security forces.

This directly impacts the LAF's financial resources, operational capabilities, and ability to fulfill its security mandates.

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Aid can only resume if the Lebanese government stops recognizing Hezbollah and its allies as legitimate political parties and takes action to remove Hezbollah's presence from Lebanon.

This imposes strict political and military conditions on Lebanon, demanding significant internal changes regarding influential groups.

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The bill requires Lebanese courts and military tribunals to dismiss all charges and arrest warrants against American citizens who have advocated against Hezbollah's influence.

This intervenes in Lebanon's judicial system and aims to protect specific American individuals from legal action abroad.

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It designates Suhil Bahij Gharab as a specially designated global terrorist organization under U.S. law.

This action applies financial sanctions and other restrictions to the designated individual.

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The bill prohibits U.S. funds to the United Nations Development Programme from supporting livelihood programs for Lebanese armed forces or internal security forces.

This closes an avenue of indirect support that might otherwise reach the Lebanese security sector through international organizations.

DEADLINES & DATES

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60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act

Federal funds are prohibited from being authorized or made available to the armed forces of Lebanon.

Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and every 180 days thereafter

The Secretary of State must submit a report on the influences of Hezbollah and the Government of Iran throughout the Government of Lebanon.

GLOSSARY

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Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF): The official military forces of Lebanon responsible for national defense and internal security.
Hezbollah: A Shia Islamist political party and militant group based in Lebanon, designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S.
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1559 (2004): A resolution passed by the UN Security Council that called for the withdrawal of foreign forces from Lebanon and the disbanding and disarmament of all Lebanese and non-Lebanese militias.
Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT): A designation by the U.S. government that imposes financial and other restrictions on individuals or entities who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism.
Chamber of Deputies: The official parliament or legislative body of Lebanon.
Appropriate Congressional Committees: Specific committees in the U.S. House of Representatives (Foreign Affairs, Armed Services) and Senate (Foreign Relations, Armed Services) that are responsible for overseeing foreign policy and military matters.
Amal: A Lebanese Shia political party and former militia, allied with Hezbollah.

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MAR 5, 25

Introduced in House

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MAR 5, 25

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