Search Results: keywords:"criminal networks"

  • H. R. 4681 — An Act To provide for the imposition of sanctions with respect to illicit captagon trafficking.
    Status:Engrossed in House
    Words:2,276

    H. R. 4681, known as the “Illicit Captagon Trafficking Suppression Act of 2023,” directs the U.S. government to impose sanctions on foreign individuals and groups involved in the illegal production and distribution of captagon, a dangerous stimulant commonly made in Syria. It holds...

    Simple Explanation

    The "Illicit Captagon Trafficking Suppression Act" is a plan to stop people in other countries from making and selling a bad drug called captagon, mostly coming from Syria, by punishing those involved, like blocking their stuff and not letting them visit the U.S. It also makes sure there are special rules to help people if they really need it.

  • H. R. 8471 — To support United States investment opportunities, strengthen bilateral collaboration in addressing criminal elements operating in the Brazilian Amazon, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,322

    H. R. 8471 aims to boost U.S. investment opportunities and strengthen collaboration with Brazil to combat criminal activities in the Brazilian Amazon. It outlines responsibilities for U.S. agencies to assist Brazil in disrupting criminal networks contributing to deforestation...

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    H. R. 8471 is a plan to help the U.S. work with Brazil to stop bad guys who hurt the Amazon rainforest, while also looking for ways to do business together. The U.S. promises money to make sure the rainforest stays safe and healthy, but it needs to be careful that the money is spent the right way.