United States 114th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HR 3858 — September 11th VCF Reauthorization and U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Compensation Act

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.

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Summary

September 11th VCF Reauthorization and U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Compensation Act This bill amends the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund of 2001 to exclude future medical expense loss from the economic losses that may be claimed under the fund. Eligibility for compensation under the fund is expanded to include individuals (or relatives of deceased individuals) who were injured or killed in the rescue and recovery efforts after the aircraft crashes of September 11, 2001. The filing period for claims is extended until October 4, 2021. The 9/11 Fund is established to pay claimants filing after October 3, 2016. A specified amount paid to the U.S. government as part of a plea agreement between the Department of Justice and BNP Paribas must be deposited into the 9/11 Fund. Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act The United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund is established to compensate victims of state-sponsored terrorism and the Iran hostage crisis. Deposited into the fund are: (1) criminal and civil penalties for violations of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act or the Trading with the Enemy Act, or for a federal offense arising from doing business with or acting on behalf of a state sponsor of terrorism; (2) the amount remaining from the plea agreement between the Department of Justice and BNP Paribas after the deposit to the 9/11 Fund; and (3) proceeds from the sale of certain assets of Iran. The bill provides for compensation to a person who informs the Department of Justice of funds or property of a state sponsor of terrorism.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.

  2. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

  3. Introduced in House

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Subjects

Administrative law and regulatory procedures Aviation and airports Civil actions and liability Congressional oversight Crime victims Criminal justice information and records Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad Emergency medical services and trauma care Employee benefits and pensions Europe Fires First responders and emergency personnel Foreign and international banking Foreign property France Government information and archives Government liability Government trust funds Hazardous wastes and toxic substances Health care costs and insurance Health personnel Health programs administration and funding Health promotion and preventive care Iran Law enforcement officers Medical research Medical tests and diagnostic methods Middle East New York City Research administration and funding Sanctions Terrorism War and emergency powers Worker safety and health Health
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 3858 do?
September 11th VCF Reauthorization and U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Compensation Act This bill amends the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund of 2001 to exclude future medical expense loss from the economic losses that may be claimed under the fund. Eligibility for compensation under the fund is expanded to include individuals (or relatives of deceased individuals) who were injured or killed in the rescue and recovery efforts after the aircraft crashes of September 11, 2001. The filing period for claims is extended until October 4, 2021. The 9/11 Fund is established to pay claimants filing after October 3, 2016. A specified amount paid to the U.S. government as part of a plea agreement between the Department of Justice and BNP Paribas must be deposited into the 9/11 Fund. Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act The United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund is established to compensate victims of state-sponsored terrorism and the Iran hostage crisis. Deposited into the fund are: (1) criminal and civil penalties for violations of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act or the Trading with the Enemy Act, or for a federal offense arising from doing business with or acting on behalf of a state sponsor of terrorism; (2) the amount remaining from the plea agreement between the Department of Justice and BNP Paribas after the deposit to the 9/11 Fund; and (3) proceeds from the sale of certain assets of Iran. The bill provides for compensation to a person who informs the Department of Justice of funds or property of a state sponsor of terrorism.
Who sponsors HR 3858?
HR 3858 is sponsored by Steve Chabot (R).
What is the current status of HR 3858?
This bill died with 114th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 3858?
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