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HR 3208

No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Jim Baird and 6 co-sponsors

HR 3208 - No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025 OverviewBill Number: HR 3208 Title: No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025Status: Introduced in HouseIntroduced: May 06, 2025 Pu

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HR 3208 - No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025

Overview

Bill Number: HR 3208
Title: No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced: May 06, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The "No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025" aims to prohibit the United States government from officially recognizing or facilitating the entry of representatives from the Palestinian Authority into the United States. The bill's sponsors argue that this measure is necessary to prevent the legitimization of the Palestinian government and its policies, which they view as hostile to American interests and Israel.

Key Provisions

  • Prohibits any federal agency or department from issuing visas, permits, or other forms of official recognition to representatives of the Palestinian Authority seeking to enter the United States.
  • Bars the use of federal funds to facilitate the entry or hosting of Palestinian Authority representatives in the U.S.
  • Exempts certain diplomatic personnel and officials from the entry restrictions, provided they obtain special approval from the Secretary of State.
  • Requires the State Department to report annually to Congress on the implementation and enforcement of the act.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The primary targets of this legislation are representatives of the Palestinian Authority, including government officials, diplomats, and other designated representatives.
  • The bill could significantly limit the ability of Palestinian officials to engage in diplomatic, political, or economic activities within the United States.
  • It may also strain relations between the U.S. and the Palestinian Authority, as well as with other nations and international organizations that support Palestinian statehood.
  • American businesses, academic institutions, and civil society organizations that have ties to or interactions with Palestinian entities could face challenges or restrictions in their activities.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The "No Official Palestine Entry Act of 2025" was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on May 06, 2025. It has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs for further consideration and potential markup. If the bill is approved by the committee, it would then move to the full House for a vote. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for consideration. The bill's ultimate fate and timeline remain uncertain, as it will need to navigate the legislative process and potentially face opposition or amendments.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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