H.R.4423 — No New Burma Funds Act
House Roll Call
H.R.4423
| Bill | H.R.4423 — No New Burma Funds Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 385 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 46 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 192 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| D | 193 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 4423 - No New Burma Funds Act
The No New Burma Funds Act (HR 4423) aims to restrict U.S. financial assistance to Myanmar (Burma) in response to ongoing human rights violations and the military coup that occurred in February 2021. The bill prohibits the allocation of any new funds for the government of Myanmar or any entity controlled by it, effectively halting U.S. financial support until significant changes in governance and human rights conditions are observed.
Key Provisions:
- The bill specifically bars the provision of new U.S. economic or military assistance to Myanmar, including any funds that may be allocated for development, humanitarian aid, or military cooperation.
- It mandates a review of existing assistance programs to ensure compliance with the restrictions outlined in the legislation.
Funding and Authorities:
- The bill does not allocate new funding but rather restricts existing funding mechanisms under the Foreign Assistance Act and other relevant statutes.
- It empowers the Secretary of State to determine the applicability of these restrictions and to report back to Congress on the status of U.S. assistance to Myanmar.
Affected Programs and Agencies:
- The primary agencies impacted include the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Department of State, which oversee foreign assistance programs.
- The legislation also affects non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and international bodies that may rely on U.S. funding for operations in Myanmar.
Beneficiaries and Regulation:
- The bill is designed to benefit the people of Myanmar by pressuring the military junta to restore democratic governance and respect for human rights.
- It indirectly regulates U.S. foreign aid practices, ensuring that funds do not support oppressive regimes.
Key Timelines:
- Following its introduction, HR 4423 has been received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations for further consideration. The timeline for potential hearings or votes remains to be determined.
This legislation reflects a strategic U.S. policy shift towards promoting democracy and accountability in Myanmar amidst ongoing international concerns.
Yea (385)
K
Ken Calvert
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
S
Scott Franklin
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Not Voting (46)
J
John Garamendi
E
Eric Swalwell
