Bills · HR 7903
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7903International Affairs
Justice for Hind Rajab Act
INTRO MAR 12· LAST ACTION MAR 12
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it pushes for an official U.S. government investigation into an incident involving civilian deaths in a conflict zone where U.S. military aid is significant. If it becomes law, it would compel the U.S. to formally assess potential war crimes and determine the extent of any U.S. connection, which could influence future military assistance and how the U.S. handles its foreign policy in conflicts.
If this bill passes, it would signal a strong congressional demand for transparency and potential legal action regarding specific events, especially when U.S. support or personnel might be involved. If it does not pass, the specific inquiries and certifications it mandates would not occur, potentially leaving unanswered questions about U.S. involvement and accountability for the incident, and impacting public trust regarding U.S. foreign policy.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of State to determine if the January 29, 2024 attack could be war crimes involving U.S.-origin weapons, U.S. citizens, or U.S.-trained personnel, and if so, refer findings to the Attorney General.
This provision mandates a formal assessment of potential war crimes with a U.S. connection, which could lead to legal action.
PROVISION 02
Mandates the Attorney General to certify that the Department of Justice will review any such referral and initiate war crimes investigations and prosecutions as appropriate.
This ensures that a formal legal process is considered by the Department of Justice based on the Secretary of State's findings.
PROVISION 03
Directs the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Attorney General and the Secretary of War, to submit a detailed report to Congress within 45 days about the attack.
This provides transparency to Congress and the public about the incident and the extent of any U.S. involvement.
PROVISION 04
Requires the report to include whether the Secretary of State and Secretary of War (Defense) initiated an inquiry to determine if the attack constituted a "gross violation of human rights" under the Leahy Laws.
This links the incident to existing U.S. laws that restrict aid to foreign security units involved in human rights abuses.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 7
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
32
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 7 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 12
Introduced in House
MAR 12
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7903
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 12, 2026
Last actionMar 12, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026
House BillHR 7903International Affairs
Justice for Hind Rajab Act
INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 12, 2026
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READING
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COSPONSORS
7
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