In Senate Committee·Last action 417 days ago

Bill blocks all U.S. spending in Gaza unless President certifies no terror ties

Officially: Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act

S.1128 stops all U.S. government funds from being used in Gaza until the President certifies to Congress that the money won't benefit Hamas or other designated terrorist groups. It also requires a separate certification for any funds routed through UN agencies in Gaza.

Where it stands

Sitting in Foreign Relations

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Blocks all U.S. government funds from being obligated or spent in Gaza until the President certifies to the Senate Foreign Relations and House Foreign Affairs Committees that the money won't help terrorist groups.
The President must certify that no funds will benefit Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or any group designated as a foreign terrorist organization under U.S. immigration law.
The restriction also covers any organizations or people that are controlled or influenced by those designated terrorist groups.

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The debate

What people are saying about this bill

✓Arguments in support

Preventing Terrorism Funding: Supporters argue that the bill ensures U.S. funds do not support Hamas, thereby reducing the risk of financing terrorism.
Accountability: The bill promotes transparency and accountability in foreign aid distribution.
National Security: By restricting funds, the bill aims to protect U.S. national security interests.

✕Arguments against

Humanitarian Impact: Critics argue that the bill could hinder humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza who are not affiliated with Hamas.
Diplomatic Relations: It may strain U.S. relations with other countries and organizations involved in Gaza.
Implementation Challenges: Opponents point out potential difficulties in ensuring compliance with the bill's conditions.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in Senate

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Senate Committee

Under Senate committee consideration

Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (3/25/2025)

MAR 25

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Senate Floor Vote

Voted on by Senate

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Passed Senate

Approved by Senate

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House Review

Sent to House for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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Bill blocks all U.S. spending in Gaza unless President certifies no terror ties

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