Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ)
To provide for a limitation on contributions to the United Nations.
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill places a strict limit on the money the United States can give to the United Nations. Specifically, it stops any authorized funds from being used for United Nations contributions. This funding block will stay in place until the President makes an official certification to Congress. The required certification is that the United Nations Security Council has officially designated Hamas and Lebanese Hezbollah as terrorist organizations. Representatives Gottheimer and Lawler introduced this legislation in the House of Representatives on October 6, 2026. The bill was subsequently referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs for review.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +3
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill withholds U.S. contributions to the United Nations until a specific certification is met, temporarily reducing federal outlays.
- Scored +2
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?
The bill leverages U.S. funding to pressure the United Nations Security Council into officially designating Hamas and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations.
- Scored +2
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill grants the President explicit certification authority over international funding restrictions.
The opposite
- Scored -5
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The legislation cuts off U.S. contributions and financial support to the United Nations until certification conditions are satisfied.
- Scored -4
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
Withholding contributions to the United Nations could strain diplomatic relations and cooperation with international allies and the UN itself.
- Scored -3
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?
Using funding blockades as leverage in international organizations may hinder cooperative diplomatic engagement.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Accountability for Global Terrorist Designations: Under Section 1, the bill withholds funds from the United Nations until the President certifies that the UN Security Council has designated Hamas and Lebanese Hezbollah as terrorist organizations. This could be seen as a positive step by individuals who want to ensure international bodies formally and uniformly recognize these groups as terrorists before receiving U.S. taxpayer support.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Unfunded United Nations Contributions: Section 1 cuts off all funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for contributions to the United Nations until a specific presidential certification is met. For individuals or groups who rely on or benefit from United Nations programs funded by the U.S., this cutoff could cause financial strains or service disruptions while waiting for the Security Council to act.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this put more money into stopping terrorism? — The bill leverages U.S. funding to pressure the United Nations Security Council into officially designating Hamas and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations. Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The legislation cuts off U.S. contributions and financial support to the United Nations until certification conditions are satisfied. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Withholding contributions to the United Nations could strain diplomatic relations and cooperation with international allies and the UN itself. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — Using funding blockades as leverage in international organizations may hinder cooperative diplomatic engagement.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill withholds U.S. contributions to the United Nations until a specific certification is met, temporarily reducing federal outlays.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill grants the President explicit certification authority over international funding restrictions. Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires formal presidential certification to Congress regarding UN Security Council designations.
- 10/6/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York