What does Preamble of Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025 do?

This bill amends the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act. The bill aims to provide lump sum catch-up payments. The payments are specifically for victims of the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025.

What does LUMP SUM CATCH-UP PAYMENTS FOR CERTAIN 1983 BEIRUT BARRACKS of Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 404(d)(4)(D) of the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act. It authorizes lump sum catch-up payments to victims of the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing. The payments are for those who did not initially apply due to Department of Justice guidance restricting applications and eligibility. The Special Master must publish procedures for implementing these payments within 30 days of the subclause's effective date. Victims can demonstrate reliance on the Department of Justice guidance through various methods, including documentation or sworn statements. Payments will be made from the reserve fund or the Fund, prioritizing the reserve fund.

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Fairness for Khobar Act of 2025

Last updated: 8/1/2025 · Introduced: 8/1/2025

Author: Pete Sessions (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends existing law to authorize lump-sum payments to victims of the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing and the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing who were previously unable to apply due to restrictive Department of Justice guidance.
The bill establishes procedures for victims to demonstrate reliance on the Department of Justice guidance when seeking these payments.
Payments will be funded from a reserve fund, with the main fund used as a secondary source.

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