What does DEFINITIONS. of Save the Kurds Act do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. The terms 'admission,' 'admitted,' 'alien,' and 'lawfully admitted for permanent residence' are defined by reference to section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. “Appropriate congressional committees” are specified for both the Senate and the House of Representatives. A 'foreign person' is defined as someone who is not a 'United States person'. “Knowingly” means having actual knowledge or should have known. A 'state sponsor of terrorism' is a country designated by the Secretary of State based on support for terrorism, referencing specific sections of other acts. A 'United States person' includes U.S. citizens, aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence, entities organized under U.S. laws, and individuals in the U.S.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Save the Kurds Act do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Congress recognizes the SDF's contributions to eliminating the ISIS caliphate. The SDF, with coalition assistance, has detained thousands of ISIS fighters and their families. Congress views the SDF as a reliable partner in preventing the resurgence of ISIS. Actions by the Syrian government or regional actors that undermine the SDF's role in countering ISIS are considered inconsistent with U.S. national security objectives.