A Democratic bill with 5 Republican cosponsors · See all 23 cosponsors
Last activity — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 5.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
What this bill would do
The Burma Genocide Accountability and Protection Act aims to provide protection, support, and humanitarian assistance to Rohingya refugees and internally displaced people in Burma. The bill seeks to promote accountability for genocide and crimes against humanity committed by the Burma military. It establishes a policy to isolate the Burma military junta economically and diplomatically until civilian rule returns. To implement this, the Secretary of State may appoint a Special Representative and Policy Coordinator for Burma. The Act also focuses on supporting durable solutions, such as the safe and voluntary return of refugees. Finally, it authorizes funding for various humanitarian and investigative efforts.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +8
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
The bill seeks to restore Rohingya rights and provide them with full and equal citizenship.
- Scored +7
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill provides essential humanitarian aid for low-income Rohingya refugees.
- Scored +7
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill authorizes significant humanitarian and protection assistance to the Rohingya community.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection and Safety: The bill seeks to maximize the safety, security, and well-being of Rohingya through increased protection efforts and international asylum mechanisms (Section 6(b)).
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Humanitarian Aid and Basic Needs: The act supports meeting basic needs such as food, nutrition, healthcare, and water, which is critical given reports of malnutrition among young children in refugee camps (Section 7(b) and Section 2).
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Legal Support and Justice: Provisions include facilitating access to legal support services for those facing human trafficking and gender-based violence, as well as improving the ability of refugees to access justice through legal aid (Section 6(b)).
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Empowerment and Education: The bill supports the empowerment of Rohingya civilian leadership and provides support for education, including higher education, for refugees in Bangladesh (Section 3 and Section 7(b)).
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Durable Solutions and Rights: The act promotes the restoration of Rohingya rights, including full and equal citizenship and the recognition of the Rohingya as an official ethnic group in Burma (Section 6(c)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Economic Isolation: The policy includes isolating the Burma military junta economically, which is intended to pressure the regime but is part of a broader strategy of economic isolation (Section 3).
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Increased Competition and Risk: The text notes that rising food insecurity and competition between armed and criminal groups in refugee camps have already contributed to increased danger for refugees (Section 2).
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.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill provides essential humanitarian aid for low-income Rohingya refugees. Would women be better off under this? — The bill includes provisions to address gender-based violence and supports women's leadership. Would children be better off under this? — The bill targets child protection and malnutrition among young children in refugee camps. Would students be better off under this? — The bill supports educational opportunities for Rohingya refugees.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill seeks to restore Rohingya rights and provide them with full and equal citizenship. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill includes provisions to prevent and respond to gender-based violence among the Rohingya. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill supports basic needs like food and nutrition to mitigate the effects of extreme poverty and malnutrition.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill authorizes significant humanitarian and protection assistance to the Rohingya community. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — The bill establishes a Special Representative to coordinate international diplomatic efforts regarding Burma. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill encourages international coordination and consultation with regional partners to address the crisis.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill supports healthcare access for Rohingya refugees through humanitarian assistance provisions.
- 11/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/30/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/18/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 11/17/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/5/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/29/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/22/2025
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 5.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/16/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/10/2025
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 6/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/25/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Ami BeraDemocrat · California
Jim CostaDemocrat · California
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Gilbert CisnerosDemocrat · California
Bill HuizengaRepublican · Michigan
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Julie JohnsonDemocrat · Texas
Ro KhannaDemocrat · California
Young KimRepublican · California
Sydney Kamlager-DoveDemocrat · California
Timothy KennedyDemocrat · New York
Ted LieuDemocrat · California
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
James McGovernDemocrat · Massachusetts
Michael McCaulRepublican · Texas
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
Jerrold NadlerDemocrat · New York
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Brad ShermanDemocrat · California
Jefferson ShreveRepublican · Indiana
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia
Nikema WilliamsDemocrat · Georgia